Clinton Township business supports $15K Match Gift to Nonprofit

Grace Centers of Hope (GCH) today announced that Michigan-based Express Employment Professionals will match all “Giving Tuesday” donations made on Tues., November 30 — up to $15,000 — to support its comprehensive homeless and life skills programs. Donations will help provide food, clothing and shelter for the nearly 200 men, women and children who are currently enrolled in programs at GCH.

“Giving Tuesday is truly a wonderful day to celebrate the tremendous generosity of millions of Americans who want to make a positive impact in their communities,” said GCH CEO Pastor Kent W. Clark. “We hope the challenge gift made by our friends and longtime supporters at Express Employment Professionals encourages our neighbors in the community to think of Grace Centers of Hope when making their annual holiday donation.”

Individuals interested in supporting GCH and the Express Employment Professionals “Giving Tuesday” matching challenge can visit www.gracecentersofhope.org to make their donation. Donations also can be made by calling 1-855-HELP-GCH or via mail at 35 E. Huron St., Pontiac, Michigan, 48342. The “Giving Tuesday” matching challenge campaign will end at midnight on Tues, November 30.

For nearly 80 years, GCH has helped men, women and children transition from homelessness and addiction to stable housing, sobriety and employment. The nonprofit organization’s comprehensive programs provide daily meals, clothing, personal hygiene, individual and group therapy, Bible study and church service, mentorship/discipleship, work therapy, and financial planning. In addition, program participants also have access to the Career and Education Center and free childcare at the Hands of Hope Childcare Center.

Express Employment’s Rochester Hills, Troy and Clinton Township offices support local charities throughout the year.

“We strive to live by the motto, ‘To whom much has been given, much is expected,’” said Express Employment Professionals Owner & Regional Developer, Paul LaFrance. “Over our 17 years in business, we have embraced the joy of giving to those are who are less fortunate and to helping others succeed. We believe it is our obligation to do our part and give back to our community. We love the work GCH is doing to help others as it aligns perfectly with Express’s core values!”

Express Employment Professionals (www.expresstroy.com) is a leading staffer provider in Michigan with 25 offices across the state. The company supports local businesses with staffing and workforce solutions. Express focuses in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, and professional placements.

About Grace Centers of Hope
Giving hope to the helpless since 1942, Grace Centers of Hope is considered one of the leading faith-based organizations in Southeastern Michigan, confronting daily the issues of homelessness, addiction, education, parenting, poverty, abuse and spiritual emptiness. On any given night, Grace Centers of Hope provides transitional shelter to 150-200 men, women and children, in addition to serving more than 125,000 meals each year. Grace’s $6.7 million yearly budget is maintained solely through corporate and private donors, exclusive of any government assistance. To learn more about Grace Centers of Hope or to make a donation, please visit www.gracecentersofhope.org.