The Chaldean Community Foundation hosted its first ever Early Voting site from October 26-November 3 for Sterling Heights and Utica residents. Within the nine days of early voting, the CCF saw 8,050 voters come through its doors. Many first-time voters came through the CCF as well, with great excitement around being able to participate in the voting process.
Read MoreNovember was Family Caregiver Month in the state of Michigan, and a perfect opportunity to shed some insight into the programming offered through the CCF’s Breaking Barriers program. A half-hour program called “Real Possibilities” through AARP Michigan airing on ABC 53 in the mid-Michigan area is recognizing CCF’s C.H.A.I. (Caregiver Helping Aid Initiative) Project.
Read MoreAfter attending six months of learning and connecting with area top leaders, cultivating leadership skills, and developing relationships, the Learn with a Leader program got together for the last time as a cohort. In collaboration with CCF and Wireless Vision, Learn with a Leader graduates were honored November 6 during their program graduation at Shenandoah Country Club.
Read MoreThe CCF’s H.E.A.L. Project participated in a revolutionary driver’s education program catered to those who are hearing-impaired. Thanks to the generous support from AAA The Auto Club Group, the program revolutionized driver education with a cutting-edge driving simulator.
Read MoreThe Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and the Chaldean Community Foundation are partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and Michigan Chamber of Commerce for the second year in a row to host a non-partisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities.
Read MoreThe CCF congratulated Elias Kattoula on 10 incredible years with the Chaldean Community Foundation on October 3. Elias began his journey with the Foundation in 2014 as a Case Worker and quickly rose to Career Services Manager. Over the years, he has made a lasting impact, earning his Global Career Development Facilitator Accreditation in 2018 and becoming a Certified FAFSA Specialist.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation’s Learn with A Leader program’s final session was hosted on October 16 at the Eastern Catholic Re-Evangelization Center (ECRC) in Bloomfield Hills. The session, led by Karam Bahnam, focused on faith and its influence on leadership.
Read MoreHungarian Consul General Dr. Balázs Mártonffy recently visited the CCF to learn more about their programs and advocacy efforts for persecuted Christians throughout the Middle East. He was warmly welcomed by CCF staff, who expressed their appreciation for the Hungary Helps program, which has supported Chaldeans and other Christians in northern Iraq.
Read MoreThe CCF hosted their New American Celebration on September 17. This annual event celebrates individuals that CCF has assisted through the U. S. immigration department or have taken the 10-week citizenship preparation course and have gone on to obtain U.S. Citizenship. The event was hosted on Citizenship Day.
Read MoreWith school season rapidly approaching, CCF’s Little Scholars students had the opportunity to tour the facilities prior to the start of classes. They were able to familiarize themselves with the facilities and meet their teachers and classmates as well. Outside vendors were on hand to supply information and resources. These vendors included Delta Dental, PBS Kids, Macomb Community College’s Dental Science Program, the Sterling Heights Police and Fire Department, Aqua Tots, Detroit Wildlife Refuge, and more.
Read MoreBreaking Barriers, the program that serves individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities, hosted the Breaking Barriers Circus in September. Acts included a tightrope walker, strongman competition, jugglers, dancers, singers, ribbon twirlers and more. The audience was treated to popcorn and cotton candy and the parents of the participants had their own private circus show.
Read MoreThe CCF has facilitated a sister city relationship between Sterling Heights, Michigan and Ankawa, a city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Sister City agreements are meant to be long-term partnerships that foster an environment in which economic and community development can be implemented and strengthened. This historic partnership aims to foster cultural exchange, economic collaboration, and mutual understanding between the two cities.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation’s Breaking Barriers program hosted their annual Farmers Market on August 6 in the Life Skills Center. Over the last few months, the Breaking Barriers students have managed a garden full of fruits and vegetables.
Read MoreOn August 21, participants of the Learn with a Leader program had the opportunity to tour DTE Energy Headquarters and learn more about the future of energy, initiatives being launched by DTE, and how the utility industry operates.
Read MoreThe CCF hosted a New Detroit Multicultural Leadership Series event on Chaldean Americans on August 23. The presentation focused on Chaldean history, faith, race, persecution, and migration to the United States.
Read MoreOn August 8, the CCF hosted Warren Consolidated Schools for their Back-to-School event. Nearly 300 people attended, with parents and students having the opportunity to meet with WCS staff and learn about the resources WCS offers. Each student also received backpacks filled with school supplies. The event included information regarding athletics, careers, nutrition, and more.
Read MorePast scholarship winner David Shammas credits CCF’s Career Services for helping with the FAFSA, working his way through a Bachelor’s, followed by master’s degree in computer science, and specializing in Software Engineering from Oakland University. Born in Baghdad, Shammas arrived in the U.S. in 2013 after spending 7 years in Syria.
Read MoreGED and ESL Classes will be starting at the CCF on September 9, covering Science and Reading Language Arts for the fall semester. Classes for Science and Social Studies will be offered in the winter semester. ESL 1 and 2: Pre-Literacy to High Beginner and ESL 3: Intermediate will be offered.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation will present Bishop Emeritus of the Chaldean Eparchy of St. Thomas the Apostle, Ibrahim N. Ibrahim with the Lifetime Humanitarian Award for consistently demonstrating qualities of compassion, dedication, and service to the community at the 6th Annual CCF Awards Gala on September 12.
Read MoreOn August 8 and 22 respectively, the Chaldean Community Foundation will host Back to School Events for two local school districts: Warren Consolidated Schools is scheduled for August 8 (6:00pm-7:00pm) and Utica Community Schools is on August 22 (6:00pm-7:00pm). Both events take place at the Chaldean Community Foundation, 3601 15 Mile Road in Sterling Heights.
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