Wolverine Human Services

Overview

Wolverine Human Services is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing care for children and youth in Michigan. The organization operates under the category of Human Services – Multipurpose and Other, specifically focusing on residential treatment and foster care programs.

Mission

Wolverine Human Services aims to provide safety, sustenance, nurturing, and therapeutic interventions for children, particularly those affected by social injustices such as abuse, neglect, and delinquency. Their mission includes fostering stable family environments for children through foster care and adoption services.

Programs

• Residential Treatment: These programs are designed to support adolescents dealing with trauma and delinquent behavior, using proven principles to improve their health and well-being.
• Foster Care & Adoption: The organization strives to ensure all children achieve permanency in nurturing homes. They encourage community involvement in fostering and adopting children.

Governance and Financials

As of recent tax filings, key employees and officers include:

• Judith Fischer (CEO)
• Robert Wollack (Officer)
• Lisa Brink (VP Business)
• Thomas Krolicki (VP Community)
• Annet Schlosser (VP Human Resources)
• Paul Whitney (VP Residential)
• Matthew Wollack (VP Strategic)

Wolverine Human Services faces financial challenges, such as those experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic, and has made strategic decisions in response to state funding changes, including the closure of certain programs.

Leadership and Board

The board of directors includes diverse professionals from various fields, reflecting a broad base of support and expertise for the organization's activities.

Tax-deductible Donations

Donations to Wolverine Human Services are tax-deductible, enabling supporters to contribute financially to its mission while benefiting from tax relief.