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Monday, September 10, 2018

HFC Celebrates 80 Years with 80 Acts of Kindness

80th anniversary pin

As part of its 80th anniversary celebration, HFC is launching its 80 Acts of Kindness Initiative as a way of thanking the communities it serves for their support over the last eight decades.

The 80 Acts of Kindness Initiative originated through the HFC Advancement Office to encourage HFC employees, students, alumni, and retirees to engage in various volunteering opportunities that support the community in meaningful ways.

This initiative is a work in progress. An 80th Anniversary Advisory Committee has been formed to discuss events and activities associated with HFC’s 80 years of academic and community excellence.

Upcoming volunteer opportunities that are part of the 80 Acts of Kindness

HFC Volunteer Day at Urban Neighborhood Initiatives
Saturday, Sept. 22, from 9:00 a.m. to noon
Project: Outdoor Beautification Activities
Advance registration is required at the Office of Student Activities (Building G). Contact Mandy Earl at (313) 845-9865 or mlearl1@hfcc.edu. More information will be given at that time.

Make A Difference Day (3 different projects)

If you want to participate in these three activities, advance registration is required at the Office of Student Activities (Building G). Contact Mandy Earl at (313) 845-9865 or mlearl1@hfcc.edu.

Saturday, Oct. 27
1). Gleaners Mercado Food Hub
9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Project: Help clients grocery shop, load food into vehicles, stock pantry shelves, and clean the facility.

2). Detroit Rescue Mission Soup Kitchen 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Project: Serve lunch, organize the pantry, and assist with prep and stock

3). Vista Maria
9:00 a.m. to noon
Project: Help prepare decorations for the holidays

Other activities and opportunities

HFC Volunteer Day at Capuchin Soup Kitchen
Saturday, Nov. 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Project: Serve lunch
Advance registration is required at the Office of Student Activities (Building G). Contact Mandy Earl at (313) 845-9865 or mlearl1@hfcc.edu.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Monday, Jan. 21, at various times
Project: TBD
Advance registration is required at the Office of Student Activities (Building G). Contact Mandy Earl at (313) 845-9865 or mlearl1@hfcc.edu.

Create your own Acts of Kindness

If you have ideas or are volunteering or otherwise serving others, contact Stacy Bazman to let her know, so your activity can be recorded and included in the 80 Acts of Kindness initiative.