Friends In Deed

06/24/2026

🧗 Ready to take the leap?

Over The Edge 2026 is coming to EMU's Hill Hall on September 12, and registration is now open!

Whether you're looking to conquer a fear, challenge yourself, support a cause you care about, or simply experience something unforgettable, Over The Edge is your chance to make an impact while doing something extraordinary.

This year, we're bringing together community members, businesses, volunteers, and local nonprofits for a day of courage, collaboration, and community impact.

💙 Register as a rappeller
🙌 Volunteer
🤝 Join as a nonprofit partner
📣 Help spread the word

Every dollar raised helps strengthen our community and support local nonprofits serving Washtenaw County.

Who are you bringing to the edge?

06/23/2026

Friends In Deed's Furniture Program will be temporarily paused from June 25–July 13.

During this time, we will not be accepting furniture donations, scheduling pickups, or making deliveries.

If you are already on our waiting list, please continue checking in by phone or email every two weeks as usual. If you're awaiting a pickup or intake, you may still send furniture photos or requested documents to our email, and we'll respond as soon as the program reopens. ([email protected])

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we take this brief pause. We look forward to serving you again beginning July 14. 💙

06/22/2026

We need volunteers! 🧗‍♀️

Join us for an exciting day supporting our fundraiser. Help with check-in, participant support, cheering, and more—all while making a real impact for neighbors in Washtenaw County.

Give a few hours, make a big difference.

👉 Sign up today!!

06/20/2026

TODAY!! JOIN US downtown Ypsi as we celebrate Juneteenth!

Bring a chair, a refillable water bottle, and come ready to connect with neighbors, friends, and community. This is a time to reflect, honor freedom, and celebrate togetherness.

So excited to see you!!

06/18/2026

We’re going Over The Edge—and we need volunteers! 🧗‍♀️

Join us for an exciting day supporting our fundraiser. Help with check-in, participant support, cheering, and more—all while making a real impact for neighbors in Washtenaw County.

Give a few hours, make a big difference.

👉 Sign up today:

Thank you for volunteering for Over the Edge! 📅 Date: September 12, 2026 ⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Eastern Michigan University – Hill Hall Volunteers are essential to creating a smooth, safe, and encouraging experience for all participants. Please complete this form and selec...

06/17/2026

Join us this Saturday downtown Ypsi as we come together to celebrate Juneteenth!

Bring a chair, a refillable water bottle, and come ready to connect with neighbors, friends, and community. This is a time to reflect, honor freedom, and celebrate togetherness.

We hope to see you there!

06/15/2026

Ready to take the leap?

Over The Edge 2026 is officially open for registration!

This isn't just a rappel—it's an opportunity to rally your friends, family, coworkers, and community to support neighbors across Washtenaw County.

This year, we're making the event even bigger by partnering with local nonprofits to create a true community celebration filled with connection, resources, and impact.

Here's how you can get involved:

➡️ Take the Edge: Register as a rappeller and raise funds for a stronger community.
➡️ Volunteer: Help make the day unforgettable for participants and guests.
➡️ Spread the Word: Share the event, support a participant, and invite others to join the fun.

Know a Washtenaw County nonprofit that should be part of this exciting collaboration? We'd love to connect! Contact Elisa at [email protected] to learn more.

One bold step. One stronger community. Together. https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/peer-to-peer/over-the-edge--2026

Take the Leap. Make an Impact. Change Lives.September 11–12 | Hill Hall at Eastern Michigan UniversityThis September, bold community members will rappel down…

06/11/2026

Many families in Washtenaw County are just one unexpected expense away from losing stability.

As the costs of housing, transportation, and utilities continue to rise, more working families are turning to Friends In Deed for support. That's why our mission of helping people in need and building community to end poverty is more important than ever.

Thank you to Lucy Ann Lance and the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber for inviting our team to discuss the growing needs in our community and how Friends In Deed is responding through our Essential Services Program and Circles.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/060126-the-reality-of-need-in-our-community/id1747985760?i=1000770784153

Podcast Episode · The Lucy Ann Lance Show · June 1 · 27m

06/05/2026

Leadership in Action, indeed! 💪🏽

We were honored to welcome the latest A2Y Chamber Leadership cohort for their recent Leadership in Action Day at Friends In Deed.

This incredible group rolled up their sleeves and jumped right into the work—helping us clear out our furniture warehouse, remove broken and unusable items, sort furniture for our Community Giveaway Day, and reorganize the space to maximize efficiency ahead of the busy University of Michigan move-out season.

Their efforts couldn't have come at a better time. With donations pouring in—including 12 sets of bunk beds and countless other household items—we needed to create room so these resources could quickly make their way to neighbors who need them.

Beyond the hard work, we were grateful for the opportunity to share our mission and the impact that furniture and household essentials can have for individuals and families building stability.

Thank you, A2Y Chamber Leadership cohort, for your energy, enthusiasm, and willingness to go all-in for our community. Your work will help us serve more neighbors and make every square foot of our warehouse work harder for the people who count on us.

💙🏠✨

06/04/2026

🍽️ A glimpse of "Cooking with the Kids" at our most recent Circles Youth Program gathering!

Our young chefs rolled up their sleeves, learned new kitchen skills, worked together, and created something delicious along the way. More than just cooking, these moments help build confidence, encourage teamwork, and create lasting connections.

We're grateful for the opportunity to learn, laugh, and grow together—one recipe at a time. ❤️