WEST BLOOMFIELD — Although Christmas hasn’t arrived yet this year, West Bloomfield resident Mary Beth Castorri has already given what is likely to be her best gift of the year.

FRASER/ROSEVILLE — In 2014, the Fraser Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post No. 6691 merged with the Roseville Cpl. Neil W. Reid Veterans Of Foreign Wars.

UTICA/SHELBY TOWNSHIP — The Kiwanis Club of Utica-Shelby Township is a community service organization in Utica whose mission is to help youth and the community through charitable works.

NOVI — The Novi Police Department donated $10,000 to the Michael and Rose Assarian Cancer Center at Ascension Providence Hospital in Novi Dec. 6 to help cover expenses for the families of patients undergoing cancer treatments.

SOUTHFIELD — The United Way for Southeastern Michigan’s Tech United Initiative aims to bridge the digital divide among students by providing technology to schools to amplify learning through their team of southeast Michigan executives and IT professionals.

TROY — On Nov. 17, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Community Service Commission recognized 46 individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations as recipients of the 2022 Governor’s Service Awards and applauded their commitment to volunteerism, service or philanthropy.

SOUTHFIELD — The ‘field Zone has reopened its doors and is ready to help inspire kids in the Southfield area.

BIRMINGHAM — For 60 years, the Birmingham Youth Assistance has served the local community through programs and services for at-risk youth.

MACOMB COUNTY — For the past several years, Gail Marlow has been on a mission to help the less fortunate.

WARREN — The students who attend Regina High School recently demonstrated the meaning of Thanksgiving.

EASTPOINTE — The oven mitts were off Nov. 17 to determine who makes the best chili in the city.

MADISON HEIGHTS — Have an old phone you no longer need? It could save a life.

WARREN — The holidays are here, and this is the season for giving.  Organizers said that is what the “Shop with a Hero” and “Shop with a Warthog” events are all about.

METRO DETROIT — Having worked in the field of child welfare for several years, Livonia resident Jennifer Stevens was aware that there are thousands of children in Michigan who don’t have a place to call home.

UTICA — For 15 years, the Joy to You Project has collected, purchased and donated needed items for local women’s shelters. Each December, the organization has put on a holiday concert, called “Joy to You,” featuring local professionals to raise money and collect supplies.  

SOUTHFIELD — For nearly 70 years, a local nonprofit has been bringing lifesaving supplies and services to people in war zones around the world. Its mission continues with no end in sight, as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine approaches its 10th month.

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Foster children will be provided with cozy blankets this holiday season, thanks to the Optimist Club of St. Clair Shores.

TROY — Not everyone in Troy may have heard of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh, but the teens of the Hindu faith-based and sociocultural nonprofit have been working hard for several years to help ensure those in an underfunded school get an education.

SOUTHFIELD — A local group has vowed to make a difference in the lives of young children.

SOUTHFIELD — A local fundraiser supports a program that helps women re-enter the workforce after significant, life-changing events, such as family deaths, divorce or disability.