Winning Futures

06/23/2026

Chip in for a great cause and help us score an extra 5-10% bonus!

We’re stepping onto the green with the 2026 Ally Charity Chip In program and you can help us drive our mission forward! Here’s the play – when you donate to Winning Futures through the Ally Charity Chip In campaign, The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren will add an extra 5-10% to your gift, at no extra cost to you or us, and we get all the proceeds. But just like a tee time, this opportunity won’t last forever. Donate by October 1, 2026, to help us earn the bonus. This is a hole-in-one kind of opportunity for our students!

Here’s how to donate:
- Visit www.theallychallenge.com/chipin
- Scroll down to the portion of the page that says “Make a Donation Today!”
- Fill out the donation form, making sure to select Winning Futures as your charity
- Click “Submit Donation”

Let’s rally the clubhouse. Donate, like, share, and tag a friend who loves a good cause.

06/19/2026

Juneteenth is a time to reflect on history and recognize the work still ahead. We’re committed to empowering our students with the tools, support, and opportunities they need to succeed.

06/16/2026

The Data and Technology Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of Winning Futures by maintaining the organization's data systems, administering the CRM platform, providing staff technology support, and assisting with the adoption of AI tools. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, keeping data clean and organized, and helping people use technology more effectively.

Click here for the full job posting and application directions https://tinyurl.com/4dp6nhwz.

06/12/2026

Summer is a great time for students to explore new interests, build skills, and stay curious outside the classroom.

NASA offers at-home STEM activities, including hands-on engineering projects, space science lessons, videos, and interactive learning experiences for all ages. From building rockets and testing simple science experiments to exploring robotics and Earth science, these activities encourage creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

Explore NASA Science at Home: https://science.nasa.gov/engage/nasaathome.

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06/10/2026

Spark their creativity. 💥 Spark their intrigue. 💥 Spark the belief that they can achieve. 💥

Join our inspiring group of volunteer Career Mentors shaping the next generation.
https://tinyurl.com/3nxx2vms.

06/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming Kayla Lewis as our new College Match Manager!

A proud Winning Futures alum, Kayla is passionate about helping students succeed through mentorship, encouragement, and college success support. Her experience includes working with first-generation and underrepresented students in the Michigan State University TRIO program and creating meaningful educational experiences for youth at the Detroit Zoo.

We’re excited to have Kayla giving back to the program that helped shape her own journey.

Read more about Kayla and her role on our team: https://tinyurl.com/zdbu4x8b.

06/04/2026

Our Student Success Ceremony with Cass Tech High School and Communication and Media Arts High School was all about recognizing students as they move forward: whether they’re stepping into Year 2 (11th grade) or graduating and preparing for college, trade school, or apprenticeships.

We’re proud of these milestone moments! 🎓

Thank you to the families, mentors, teachers, and administrators who showed up to celebrate with us.

06/01/2026

Pride is about showing up as you are. We’re here for that and proud to support young people from all backgrounds as they build skills, confidence, and a future they’re excited about.

05/31/2026

This month, our students focused on two powerful areas of growth: Professionalism and Emotional Intelligence & Summer Planning.

Students explored what it means to show up professionally – learning workplace etiquette, how to stand out, and the value of strong character. In an interactive activity, they stepped into the role of a supervisor, evaluating fictional employees for a promotion. With no “perfect” candidate, they practiced critical thinking, collaboration, and decision-making.

We also focused on emotional intelligence – helping students recognize and manage their emotions. Through our “Emotions Pictionary” activity, they practiced identifying feelings in a fun, engaging way. To wrap up, students began planning for a successful summer, setting goals around college and career readiness, financial aid, networking, and making time for family and friends.

Thank you to this month’s featured mentors:
Michael Ho, Molex
K'Mari Johnson, VersiCare Group
Allicia Malmgren, General Motors
Sally Pham, Accenture
Laurelle Smith, Adient
Sidney Smith, MacLean-Fogg
Donald Thomas, General Dynamics Land Systems
Zachary Treib, McNaughton-McKay Electric Company
Ryan Triolet, Postman Law
Michael Walker, DTE Energy
Carissa Wesson, JAWsome Consulting

05/29/2026

The Harper Woods Student Success Ceremony was a meaningful celebration of the progress our students have made and the exciting opportunities ahead.

Each student was recognized by name, honored on stage, and presented with a certificate to mark this important milestone. Graduating seniors also received cords to wear at their high school graduation as a symbol of their dedication and achievement.

The celebration continued with photos alongside families, mentors, and supporters whose encouragement plays an important role in every student’s journey. Swipe to see highlights from this special day.