An Invitation to Build a Legacy of Empowerment

Every Community Has Dreams. But Dreams Need Roots To Grow.

For more than 40 years, LAHC – Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities has been a trusted force for hope, equity, and opportunity in Southeast Michigan. Each year, we serve over 60,000 income-eligible residents through programs that uplift—education, workforce development, public and behavioral health, nutrition, youth empowerment, and more. But our ability to create lasting change relies on long-term stability.

Today, we have a powerful opportunity to secure our future. Through the Michigan Central Station Children’s Endowment Initiative, LAHC has been awarded a $500,000 matching grant to launch a permanent endowment fund. When we raise an additional $500,000, this match will transform into a $1.5 million endowment—a lasting source of income that fuels our mission for generations.

Your support of the LAHC Endowment Fund is more than a donation—it is a foundation for growth. Like a seed planted in rich soil, your gift will continue to grow and give, year after year, creating a legacy of impact that touches countless lives. Endowment earnings will support:

  • Expanding Workforce Development Programs, including our new Workforce Development Hub, opening in 2026
  • Sustaining Health & Wellness Initiatives, including behavioral health services substance misuse and obesity prevention
  • Enhancing Educational Access, through scholarships, mentorship, and youth college readiness programs

This isn’t just a donation—it’s a foundation for growth. It allows us to continue our mission, reaching more families, touching hearts, and making a lasting difference.

Together, we can nurture a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant future for our communities.

Invest in the LAHC Endowment Fund. Empower. Sustain. Transform.

To learn more about legacy and named giving opportunities, please contact LAHC CEO Wassim Mahfouz at 313-960-4007 or [email protected].