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Help Faith in Action Give the Gift of Warmth

By Lisa Carolin You can give the gift of warmth this holiday season. Support Faith in Action in providing critical utility assistance to families struggling with rising energy bills. Your donations will help ensure that those in need can keep … Read more

Chelsea Kiwanis Club Hears from Faith in Action

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Bob Milbrodt for the information in this story.) Last Monday, the Chelsea Kiwanis Club heard from Faith in Action Executive Director Sarah Shugart. She has been with Faith in Action for ten years, the … Read more

Faith in Action Back-to-School Program a Success

(Chelsea Update would like to thank Faith in Action for the information in this story.) Faith In Action’s 2024 back-to-school program has come to an end. The program benefiting students in the Chelsea and Dexter school districts was a resounding … Read more

CCF Awards $50,000 in Grants to 3 Chelsea Nonprofits

(Chelsea Update would like to thank D&B strategic Marketing for the information in this story.) The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) is pleased to award $50,000 in grants to three Chelsea nonprofits. Since its establishment in 1995, CCF has invested $2.1 … Read more

Learn About Faith in Action: A Variety of Ways to Donate

By Lisa Carolin Faith in Action accepts a variety of donations that provide support for the local community. You can always telephone FIA at 734-475-3305 and ask about a possible donation. Financial support is always welcome with a tax-deductible financial … Read more

Faith in Action: Spotlight on Its Volunteers

By Lisa Carolin April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and Faith in Action is one of the organizations recognizing the contributions of its volunteers this month with an appreciation dinner. Theresa Alafita became an FIA volunteer as a way to … Read more

What Can Faith in Action Do For You?

By Lisa Carolin Did you ever consider that Faith in Action could help you? FIA offers many services, some based on income and residency, and some not based on those factors. Chelsea and Dexter School District residents, Scio Farms residents, … Read more

Get To Know Faith in Action and How You Can Help Your Neighbors

By Lisa Carolin Faith In Action, the Chelsea-based nonprofit organization, is a financial assistance and resource center working to alleviate the effects of hunger and poverty in our community.          Chelsea Update will be running stories this new year to share … Read more

Sept. 24: Help Make a Difference in Your Community

By Lisa Carolin Come to the Ugly Dog Distillery this Sunday, Sept. 24, and make a difference in the community. The Faith in Action Fall Fundraiser takes place from 3-6 p.m. at the distillery, located at 218 S. Main St. … Read more