With funding through Community Telecommunications Network, the CCF’s Breaking Barriers program has purchased an indoor state-of-the-art virtual driving simulator to allow hard of hearing and/or deaf learners the opportunity to experience being in the driver’s seat, simulating speed, braking and vibration. The H.E.A.L. Project helps better equip those with hearing impairments to live independent lives. Assisted by an American Sign Language interpreter for the deaf, the group is learning how to become licensed drivers.
Read MoreCongressman John James visited the CCF to hear from his constituents in the district and to learn about the ongoing challenges in Iraq. CCF staff also met with Congresswoman Lisa McClain and Congressman James Comer, and highlighted the contributions Chaldeans are making in the region, while providing suggestions on how to support displaced and marginalized Chaldean Iraqis.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation welcomed two new members to its Board of Directors: Saber Ammori and Frank Toma. Saber Ammori is Co-Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Wireless Vision. He has over 25 years of experience in business management and operations. His entrepreneurial drive has led him to start several successful businesses, most of them retail oriented. Saber Ammori has been named one of dbusiness’s 500 Most Powerful Business Leaders in Metro Detroit.
Read MoreWith support from the Good Sports Foundation, the Chaldean Community Foundation is hosting a two-day indoor futsal (a type of indoor soccer) camp for middle school (grade 6-8) students on February 21 and February 23 from 9:30am-11:30 am.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation received a $50,000 grant from the Consumers Energy Foundation on December 18. The donation will be used to support the overall operations of the Chaldean Community Foundation’s work on behalf of vulnerable families and adults with disabilities.
Read MoreIntro to Surath for Adults is an 8-week course taught by Mahir Awrahem beginning January 25 and running until March 14, 2024. Classes will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:00pm-8:00pm. The course fee is $185 and includes a book.
Read MoreIn 2022, the CCF embarked on a multi-media educational and informational campaign designed to raise awareness of the work and impact of the Foundation and the Chaldean community in general. The campaign, in motion at this time, also seeks to underscore the inclusiveness of the community and how it is interwoven into the very fabric of Metro Detroit – including serving more than 40,000 individuals each year from 58 countries of origin.
Read MoreOn November 29, Wireless Vision, in collaboration with the CCF, wrapped up the inaugural Learn with a Leader program. The program was a 10-month journey which provided participants the opportunity to hear from top leaders in the community, visit successful businesses and participate in exclusive learning experiences.
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