Our Mission
To help children and families shape their own futures.
This mission guides everything we do, from direct services to advocacy and community support.
Our Vision
We envision a healthy community that heals through meaningful connectedness and support.
We believe healing happens when children feel seen, families feel supported, and communities are connected.
Our Values
Can Do Attitude
We approach challenges with determination and optimism, showing children and families that positive change is always possible.
Respectful
We treat every child and family with dignity, kindness, and understanding, creating a safe and welcoming environment.
Passionate
We believe deeply in the potential of every child and bring energy and compassion to everything we do.
Accountable
We take responsibility for delivering high quality services and ensuring families can depend on us.
Dedicated
We are committed to supporting children and families with persistence, care, and wholehearted purpose.
Our Mission in Action
🌻 Sunshine, stories, and a season of impact.
The 2026 Heroes of Hope: Summer Edition is here! Explore the latest updates, inspiring moments, and the incredible work made possible by supporters like you.
💛 Read the newsletter through the link in our bio, then donate today to help create even more moments of hope for children and families.
Xavier takes us through an activity at Summer Camp ⛺️
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What does it mean to be one of the 313?
It means your gift becomes part of a permanent fund that supports children and families every year.
Give once. Support children forever.
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The power of 313 is not just where we live. It’s how we show up.
We’re bringing together 313 people to support children and families across Detroit.
It only takes one gift to be part of something that lasts forever.
Be one of the 313. ❤️
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Big news! The Children’s Center is joining forces with Ally Charity Chip In again to make your generosity go even further. 💙 When you give to The Children’s Center through the Ally Charity Chip In, your donation is matched by 10%. ✅ Ready to make your impact go further? 👉 Link in Bio The Ally Challenge presented by McLaren | August 24-30 | Warwick Hills Country Club ⛳ #AllyCharityChipIn #TheChildrensCenter
A powerful moment from this year’s Fatherhood Forum 💙
John Miles, Fatherhood Coordinator at The Children’s Center, was honored with the Spirit of Detroit Award from Council President James Tate’s office in recognition of more than a decade of service to fathers and families across Detroit.
John’s work has always centered one belief: when fathers are supported, families are stronger.
We are grateful for his leadership and the impact he continues to make every day.
When fathers have the support, resources, and connections they need, children and families are stronger because of it. 💙
The 14th Annual Fatherhood Forum brought together fathers from across Detroit to connect, learn, and access resources that help them build strong foundations for their families.
This year`s event featured inspiring conversations, interactive workshops, a keynote from Jasahn Larsosa of @greenlightfund Detroit, and connections to community resources that support fathers every step of the way.
The day highlighted the important role fathers play in creating strength, stability, and opportunity for their families.
What an incredible surprise.
We were honored to celebrate Niterra North America`s 60th Anniversary and grateful to receive a $12,500 grant from Ignite a Better World in support of The Children`s Center.
Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in brighter futures for children and families in our community. ❤️
No big announcement today… just a whole lot of happy kids doing what kids do best ✨
Safe spaces, full plates, and activities that spark joy. 😊
Mark your calendars for a spooky summer night! 🎃☀️⚾
On June 28, we will be the Nonprofit of the Night with the Royal Oak Leprechauns!
We’ll be hosting a 50/50 raffle, family activities, and collecting gently used Halloween costumes for kids in our community. 👻🧡
Start setting aside those costumes and make plans to join us for Halloween in June!
Who doesn’t love pizza? 🍕
A huge thank you to Happy’s Pizza for generously donating pizzas and meals for our evening family events like Open Hub and Readers & Creators. It’s community partners like this that help us turn everyday gatherings into something special, bringing families together over good food and even better connections.
Last year, 18 children served through The Children’s Center were successfully reunified with their families.
June is National Reunification Month, a time to celebrate the strength of families and the importance of preserving family connections. While foster care can provide safety and stability during difficult times, reunification remains the goal whenever possible.
With support, healing, and hope are possible.
Join us for the 14th Annual Wayne County Fatherhood Initiative Fatherhood Forum! 💙
This FREE community event is dedicated to empowering fathers and strengthening families through workshops, resources, and connection.
✨ Free breakfast & lunch
✨ Childcare for ages 3+
✨ Free family photos
✨ Inspiring keynote speaker Jasahn Larsosa
This year’s theme, Building the Foundation, honors the vital role fathers play in creating strength and stability for future generations.
📍 Greater Grace Temple, Detroit
🗓 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 10 AM to 4:30 PM | Doors open at 9 AM
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What happens when young readers and writers take center stage? ✨📚
To celebrate National Share a Story Month, our Readers & Creators gathered to share the stories that inspire them, and even stories of their own.
From The Three Little Pigs being read in both Spanish and English, to original poems, short stories, and interactive storytelling, our young creators brought characters and imagination to life. It was a joyful reminder that every story has the power to connect, inspire, and spark creativity.
Thank you to all of our readers, writers, and storytellers for sharing your voices with us! ❤️
