Auburn Hills Nonprofits and Charities

As a 48-year-old male veteran who has personally experienced the profound impact of The Transcend Foundation, I am compelled to share my heartfelt review of this remarkable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The Transcend Foundation stands as a beacon of hope, dedicated to healing the invisible wounds suffered by veterans and first responders. Their holistic approach, rooted in forward-leaning research and a steadfast commitment to preventing poor mental health and suicide, has not only changed my life but is transforming countless others. <br> <br>What truly sets The Transcend Foundation apart is their unwavering dedication to forward-leaning research. They actively seek innovative solutions to the mental health crisis faced by those who have served our country and our communities. By staying at the forefront of mental health research, they are not only providing effective treatments but are also contributing to the greater understanding of these issues in society. <br> <br>Personal thanks to Ernest Colling and Brendan Quisenberry!

1954--I was an 8-year-old little girl in second grade, who also just happened to be an only child that desperately wanted a brother or sister.<br />I attended a Catholic school and one day the nun told us a story about "pagan babies." These were actual children in Africa who didn't have parents and needed our help. She gave us each a little cardboard box and told us to save our pennies, nickles, dimes and quarters in it. When we saved $5 we would get a baby. I was soo excited!! I would finally be able to get a brother or sister. So I saved and saved until I filled my little box with coins and got the $5. I couldn't wait to take it to school and get my "brother or sister." When I gave it to the nun, she thanked me and handed me a certificate! WHAT? A certificate?? NO! I WANT a brother or sister!!<br />The nun then explained to me that I only got "to name the baby." I didn't get "a real baby!" I was devastated! I cried for days because I was so disappointed. My parents vowed we would NEVER talk about it again.<br />Fast forward to 2005--I'm now 59 years old. I'm attending Sunday Mass with my husband and parents. It just happened to be Mission Sunday, and the missionary priest who was speaking to us was from Uganda. The first words out of his mouth were, "How many of you know about pagan babies?" Well, my hand shot straight up! I certainly knew ALL about pagan babies. His next words were, "Mama, I'm home!" I felt an instant connection, turned to my dad and said, "He's my brother." His name was Msgr. John Kauta. He was a very dynamic and personable speaker and he immediately captured my heart. I was moved as he shared stories about the many needs of the poor in his home country and how little it would take to make a real difference in their lives, especially the children who go without an education. I knew I needed to help. I had to get involved. That was the start of a wonderful journey for me and my husband.<br />In 2007 we founded John Paul Secondary School (JPSS), dedicated to my dad, John and my husband's dad, Paul in Chelekura,Uganda. We had 14 eager students. We knew in order for the school to prosper in this remote village we needed many students, so our first expansion was a girl's dormitory.<br />It's now 2016 and the school has an enrollment of 200+ students. The campus has grown to include a Science Center that houses labs for Chemistry, Biology, Physics, a library and a Computer Lab. Finally, we located water and now have our own well on campus. Earlier this year we brought "light" to JPSS when we installed a complete solar electric system. That paved the way for the recent purchase of 25 computers for the Computer Lab. Our last big project for this year is the construction of a teacher housing complex.<br />There is nothing more meaningful than having the school dedicated to our dads and knowing that we are providing these children with a quality education they couldn't get otherwise. I feel a very real connection with them and "my brother" Msgr. Kauta. They've become a part of my life...my Ugandan family!<br /><br />With the increasing enrollment, we must provide a new dormitory. That is our goal for 2017. <br />Will you please help? <br />Thank You!

Really terrible rescue! <br> <br>I work in a shelter in Pittsburgh, PA and have helped rehabilitate and rehome dogs for years. I drove a one and a half year old Rottweiler all the way to Toledo because Toni Hetherington said that she would take him. She met me at a pet store and tried to roll the dog on his back. Since he wouldn't let her, and quick turned to warn her, she wouldn't take him. I could have told her that he would do this without driving to Toledo, in fact I told her beforehand, during the many conversations we had about the dog over the telephone, that he didn't like this sort of behavior coming from a complete stranger. After this happened, and I told her that I was unsatisfied with her ridiculous behavior test, and she stormed out of the pet store. <br> <br>I can't imagine that anyone can take the Rottweiler Rescue of SouthEast Michigan seriously, since the owner and operator performs her behavior tests while sitting on the floor of a Pet Supplies Plus. Anyone who has ever performed a behavior test would at least sit on a chair with a firm grip on the dog; in case he/she doesn't like what you are doing. <br> <br>Also she promised me $100 adoption fee, and said that she would pay my mileage for the trip (500 miles). Also I make $10 dollars an hour, and we rescued this dog from an animal control facility which doesn't have adoption services. <br> <br>I thought that she would have better ability to find this great dog a home; but I will keep him at my house until I can find a suitable adopter. <br> <br>Adopt from a real rescue! Don't work with this geriatric baby!