The new year is off to a great start at CCF West in West Bloomfield. Language and cooking classes are back in session, bringing fresh energy and new opportunities for learning. Before the holidays, the CCF West proudly celebrated the class completion of several students for the fall session of the Sureth and Arabic language classes.
Read MoreThe CCF hosted members of the Michigan Central Station Children’s Endowment Initiative (MCSCEI) for a tour of their Sterling Heights facility on January 12, 2026. As a proud grant recipient of the Children’s Endowment Initiative, CCF looks forward to strengthening partnerships that support children and families in our community.
Read MoreIn December, the CCF was nominated by the Macomb County Board of Commissioners for the Macomb County Casual Day Charitable Collections Program. With department leader permission, participating employees within Macomb County Government could wear casual clothing to work on Fridays/designated days if they donate at least one dollar to that month’s organization.
Read MoreUnder the patronage and presence of Mr. Abdul Qader Al-Dakheel, Governor of Nineveh, and at the kind invitation of His Excellency Mar Najeeb Mikhael, Archbishop of Mosul and Aqra for the Chaldean Catholics, and in coordination with the Iraq office of the Chaldean Community Foundation, a ceremony was held on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at the site of the Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Telkeif, marking the beginning of its rehabilitation.
Read MoreOn December 11, CCF West celebrated Chaldean Cultural Night featuring artist Reni Stephan and Fr. Patrick Setto. Both Stephan and Setto shared powerful reflections on art, faith, and the spiritual guidance that inspires creativity. Their stories highlighted the deep connection between culture, religion, and the artistic journey.
Read MoreCCF President Martin Manna had a meeting with the Board of Trustees of the American University of Iraq–Baghdad to discuss key priorities supporting the university’s continued growth and success.
Read MoreThe CCF is seeking nomination for Best Community Organization and Fundraising Gala for Best of Detroit presented by Hour Detroit! Nominations can be cast from now through January 9th.
Read MoreOn December 15, CCF West hosted 20 kids, ages 8–15, for a fun, hands-on experience decorating their own holiday cookies. With pre-measured dough, festive cookie cutters, frosting, sprinkles, and candy decorations, the kids let their creativity shine. After baking and decorating, each participant boxed up their cookies to take home.
Read MoreOn December 18, CCF West hosted a Cooking Chaldean - Pacha Edition. The hands-on class led by Natasha Dallo provided a step-by-step process on how to prepare pacha from cleaning to sewing and stuffing, just in time for the holidays.
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