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Please help The C Institute, Lambda Colony of Eta Theta Psi Sorority Inc. & Alpha Delta Colony of Alpha Psi Kappa Fraternity Inc. by supporting our mission to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in need.

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ABOUT US

The C Institute

Mission
The C Institute provides comprehensive support to families experiencing hardship, offering education, shelter, counseling, job training, and access to essential services. We empower families to overcome barriers to stability through compassionate, individualized assistance that addresses both immediate needs and long-term goals.

Vision
We envision communities in Detroit and Dallas-Fort Worth where every family has access to safe housing, nutritious food, quality healthcare, and meaningful employment opportunities. Our goal is to break the cycle of poverty by ensuring vulnerable families receive the support they need to thrive.

Purpose
We exist to be a catalyst for lasting change in the lives of families facing homelessness and poverty. By addressing the root causes of instability and providing wraparound services, we help families not just survive, but succeed—ensuring no family is left behind or forgotten.

Our Impact
Serving over 600 families annually across our Detroit, Michigan, and Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas locations, The C Institute treats every family with dignity and respect. We provide holistic support that equips families with the tools, resources, and confidence to achieve stable, independent living and build brighter futures for their children.

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Adopting Families for Thanksgiving

Nominate a Family for Our Adopt a Family Program

This season, The C Institute is coming together to support families in our community who need a helping hand. Through our Adopt a Family program, we'll provide food to low-income families to help ensure everyone has a nourishing meal on their table.

Do you know a family member who could benefit from this support? We warmly invite you to nominate them. Your care and thoughtfulness can make a real difference in their lives.

How It Works: Simply complete our nomination form below. All nominations are kept completely confidential, and selected families will be matched with our program to receive food support.

Every family deserves to feel seen, supported, and cared for. Thank you for helping us spread kindness and nourishment throughout our community.

Questions? Contact us at info@thecinstitute1.org or (800) 961-2118

Adop-A-Family Registration Form

Bridging the Gap This Holiday Season

Toys for Tots - Free Toy Giveaway!

The C Institute is excited to spread joy this season with our Toys for Tots event! We're hosting a free toy giveaway to bring smiles to children in our community.

Every child deserves the magic of receiving a special gift, and we'd love for your family to join us for this celebration.

Who Can Attend: This event is open to families who have children up to age 16 years old who is in our community. Registration is needed: Please register below so we can ensure we have enough toys for everyone!

We can't wait to see the excitement and happiness on every child's face. See you there! Every family deserves to feel seen, supported, and cared for. Thank you for helping us spread kindness and joy throughout our community.

Questions? Contact us at info@thecinstitute1.org or (800) 961-2118

Tots for Tots Registration Form

Captured Moments: Highlights from our Recent Event

Relive the excitement and celebrate the success with us.

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Family Fun Carnival!

Hit play and relive the incredible energy of our Detroit Family Fun Carnival! 🎪🐘🎈 The event was a massive success, and this video captures all the joy, laughter, and community spirit that filled Palmer Park.From the priceless smiles on every face to the fun-filled games and giveaways, it was a beautiful reminder of The C Institute's philosophy: that learning and growth happen best through joyful, engaging experiences. A huge thank you to everyone who came out and made this day so special. We also extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible volunteers and generous sponsors – this success would not have been possible without your unwavering support and dedication! Stay tuned for more exciting events like this as we continue to build vibrant communities and create memorable experiences!

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Mother's Day Giveaway!

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate the incredible bonds of motherhood, and we at The C Institute were delighted to foster that spirit through our recent giveaway. We're so happy to have brought a little extra joy to some special individuals within our community. 🩷

This initiative truly highlights the power of connection and collective appreciation. A big thank you to everyone who participated, shared, and supported our efforts to make this Mother's Day a memorable one for these deserving mothers. Your involvement made all the difference! 💐✨

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Bridging The Gap: Toys for tots-Toy Giveaway

We are beyond grateful for the success of our recent Toys for Tots Toy Giveaway!✨💛Seeing the joy on the children''s faces and spirit of giving in our community was truly heartwarming.✨🧸💞A huge thank you to our generous donors, dedicated volunteers, and averyone how helped make this event possible. Your kindness and support continue to make a difference in the lives of so many families.❤️

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Thanksgiving Event: Adopt A Family

These heartwarming photos, taken during Thanksgiving, remins us of the power of kindness and community. Families were granted a joyful celebration through The C Institute, showing that even small acts of love can make a big difference.

Bridging The Gap "Over The Years"