WHO WE ARE

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Dedicated to Make a Change is an L3C headquartered in Ypsilanti, Michigan that was started in 2011. Our mission is to connect youth with the world to promote peace, greater understanding and a love of learning.

WHAT WE DO

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As an all inclusive youth organization, we provide a learning environment for youth to examine and learn about issues such as justice, diversity and social responsibility through action.

WHERE WE'RE HEADED

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We're busy cultivating ongoing partnerships that build healthy communities by fostering critical thinking, constructive dialogue and collective growth.

DEDICATED TO MAKE A CHANGE MEETINGS

Where does Dedicated to Make a Change meet?MeganCleoMax

At this time, we meet at the Jim Toy Community Center in Ann Arbor.

319 Braun Court. Braun Court is next to Kerrytown, between Main Street and 4th Ave. 

We are looking for a Ypsilanti meeting location.

If you have a building connection, in the City of Ypsilanti, on the bus route, please share.

When do we meet?

Sunday from 2-4pm is a time to plan activities and service experiences.  If you are thinking of going to NOLA, this is the day and time.

Wild Wednesday from 6-8pm is a time is for fun, food, and friends.

Transportation: If needed, contact Gail.  Call or text: (734) 218-2953.

 

WHAT IS AN L3C?

An L3C (Low-profit Limited Liability Company) is a legal form of business entity created to bridge the gap between non-profit and for profit investing by providing a structure that allows for investments in philanthropic ventures designed to provide a social benefit. Unlike a standard LLC, an L3C has an explicit primary charitable mission and only a secondary profit concern. But unlike a charity, the L3C is free to distribute the profits, after taxes, to owners and investors.

A primary benefit of an L3C is the qualification of the company as a program related investment (PRI), thus allowing for investments by foundations that otherwise may not have been allowed (as a for-profit). An L3C also virtually eliminates legal fees and organizational costs associated with PRIs because it has been designated as a defined entity under Michigan law. However, the L3C as an official legal structure is not available in all states. 

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Creating meaningful interactions, programs and services for our 12–18 year-olds and our community.