Affirmations Prom ReDeux Makes Memories for LGBTQ+ Community
“We were hearing from people about how meaningful it was for them to be able to celebrate prom as themselves and with whom they wanted.”
July 15 – Pride in the Wild at Detroit Zoo
As you prowl + explore the zoo, you’ll encounter the majesty & magic of the animal
kingdom and our entertainment, all while supporting incredible non-profits doing
important work in our community: Affirmations of Ferndale, Ruth Ellis Center, and
Ferndale Pride.
April 1 – Love Wins Wine Party at Affirmations
Celebrate the progress made by our community and the Hate Won’t Win Coalition at our annual wine party!
April 1 – Love Wins Wine Party at Affirmations
Celebrate the progress made by our community and the Hate Won’t Win Coalition at our annual wine party!
Dec 13 – Dine to Donate at Select Ferndale Restaurants to Benefit Affirmations
Public House, Pop’s for Italian, One-Eyed Betty’s and Tigerlily 4pm to close
Nov 15 – Dine to Donate at Select Ferndale Restaurants to Benefit Affirmations
Public House, Pop’s for Italian, One-Eyed Betty’s and Tigerlily 4pm to close
West Bloomfield Historical Society, Affirmations, Friends of the Rouge and More Receive CFSEM Grants
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan approved more than $14.5 million of grants in support of nonprofit organizations working to make a positive, permanent impact in our region…
Sept 17 – Transgender Health Fair at Affirmations in Ferndale
The only health fair in Michigan dedicated to the transgender community.
Aug 25, 30 and Sept 1 – Monkeypox Vaccine Clinics at Affirmations in Ferndale
Appointments available on Thursday Aug 25, Tuesday Aug 30, and Thursday Sept 1 from 1pm to 4:30pm
Affirmations: A Safe Space for Community, Services, and Support in Downtown Ferndale
“But I do need to belong. It’s important, you know, having that identity and having a place where you say, ‘These are my people, and I feel safe here.”
Aug 14 – Hazel Park Pride at Green Acres Park
The event will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 14 at Green Acres Park , 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd., Hazel Park, MI 48030. The celebration is free to the public.
June 26 – Hometown Pasta Slam in Ferndale to Benefit Affirmations
Vote for your favorite dish, as chefs from Hometown Restaurant Group (Pops for Italian, One-Eyed Bettys, Public House), prepare six unique pasta dishes and wine pairings in hopes of earning the Pasta Slam champion title and earning a spot on our menu.
March 11, April 8 – Get Vaccinated at Affirmations
Schedule your booster or next dose in a safe and affirming space.
Erspamer Resigns, Transgender Activist Reyes Named Affirmations Interim Director
Erspamer Resigns, Transgender Activist Reyes Named Affirmations Interim Director (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 29, 2018) Ferndale, MI- After two years as Executive Director of Affirmations LGBTQ Community Center in Ferndale, Susan Ersparmer has resigned in the midst of financial concerns and staff issues. Following Erspamer’s resignation, the Board of Directors voted Wednesday night to appoint…
Artwork Expresses Grief, Love, Gender, Justice & Pride
Artwork Expresses Grief, Love, Gender, Justice & Pride (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 2, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Creating pieces for the Summer of Pride exhibit at Affirmations in Ferndale, Jenn Frazier of Newport had a dream that she should include her mother. Though she normally works in stained glass, the dream led her to create…
Affirmations LGBTQ Center Hosting Community Conversation on Election Nov. 14
Affirmations LGBTQ Center Hosting Community Conversation on Election Nov. 14 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI: Monday, November 14, 2016 at 6:00 pm. Join Affirmations for an important Community Conversation. The event is free and all are welcome. We look forward to joining our community partners to discuss coordinated efforts to begin healing, while engaging in proactive…
Ferndale: Affirmations Fall Fling Oct. 8
Ferndale: Affirmations Fall Fling Oct. 8 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – A celebration of metro Detroit’s LGBTQ community and its allies, Fall Fling 2016 will feature live entertainment, cocktails, delicious hors d’oeuvres and desserts. The event will be held inside Affirmations 17,000 square foot state of the art Allan Gilmour and Eric Jirgens Community…
Community Foundation Awards $150,000 to Orgs. Across the Region to Benefit Youth
Community Foundation Awards $150,000 to Orgs. Across the Region to Benefit Youth (CFSEM Press Release, Dec. 27, 2014) The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announced the distribution of $150,000 in grants to fund 18 projects through its YOUth Voice Social Justice grant program. Earlier in 2014, the Metropolitan Youth Policy Fellows, a diverse group of youth…
…20th Anniversary of The HOPE Fund… Matching Gift Program
Community Foundation Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of The HOPE Fund With Matching Gift Program (CFSEM Press Release, Dec. 11, 2014) In 1994, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan established The HOPE Fund in order to confront the lack of essential human and social services serving the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community in the region. At…
Affirmations Accepting Art Submissions for Pride Exhibition
Opening on Thursday, May 16, 2013, this show will feature a wide array of work by area artists. The Pittman-Puckett Curatorial Committee will select 40 to 50 selected works for group exhibition through July 11th, 2013.