This year, the CCF is proud to honor the late John Mansour, whose life reflected a deep commitment to community service, generosity, and compassion.
Read MoreThis section honors the lives and legacies of those we have recently lost. The listings are provided by Southfield Funeral Home & Cremation Services and Mercy Funeral & Cremation Services, whose support helps ensure that each individual is recognized with dignity and care.
Read MoreIraq has proposed a meeting between the Gulf countries, Iran, and Iraq to discuss regional security, reducing tensions, and improving economic ties. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said Iraq is willing to host talks involving the six Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) countries, Iran, and Iraq.
Read MoreEver since I was a little girl, one of the final lines in my evening prayers has been, “Thank You for making me an American.” Even then, small and sheltered as I was, I sensed there was something special about this country. (I also thanked God for making me female, but that’s a topic for another day.)
Read MoreArchbishop Bashar Matti Warda of the Chaldean Catholic Archeparchy of Erbil has called on newly installed Chaldean Patriarch Mar Paulos III Nona to advocate for Ankawa, Iraq’s largest Christian district, and help ensure its residents have a voice in decisions affecting their future. Speaking during a welcoming ceremony for the patriarch in Ankawa, Warda emphasized the city’s historic role as a stronghold of Christianity, recalling its survival through centuries of persecution and its importance as a refuge for Christians throughout Iraq’s history.
Read MoreNewly installed Chaldean Patriarch Mar Paulos III Nona met with a Yezidi delegation, including three members of parliament, at the Chaldean Patriarchate in Baghdad on June 10. The two sides reflected on the deep historical ties between their communities and the shared suffering endured under ISIS, including persecution, displacement, and massacres in places such as Mosul and Sinjar.
Read MoreZenit News reports growing concerns that renewable energy projects in southeastern Turkey are disproportionately affecting Christian and Yazidi minority communities through land expropriations and development projects. A key example is the proposed G25 Solar Power Plant near the historic Chaldean Christian village of Aynwardo (Gülgöze) in the Tur Abdin region.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Soccer League, established in 2024, hosted a fundraising game in May . According to league commissioner Christian Hajjar, the event raised $17,000 for the Chaldean Community Foundation.
Read MoreThere is much confusion and brokenness in the lives of young men in our culture today. Many grow up in fatherless homes, without guidance on how to become responsible men, without discipline, and without encouragement to set reasonable goals. At the same time, mass media often portrays fathers as clueless, ineffective, oblivious, troubled, or incompetent.
Read MoreStill riding the high from May as Chaldean American Month in Michigan, our June issue continues to celebrate the accomplishments of the Chaldean community around the world. Our cover story introduces Chaldean Patriarch Amel Nona.
Read MoreLast month, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer held a ceremonial signing officially recognizing May as Chaldean American Month every year. Members of the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and the Chaldean Community Foundation joined for this meaningful and historic moment honoring Chaldean heritage, culture, and contributions.
Read MoreEvery story woven into our community has helped shape the Chaldean American experience. Woven Tapestry: The Story of Chaldean Americans is a documentary highlighting the history, resilience, culture, and contributions of Chaldean Americans across the United States.
Read MoreThe CCF’s Sharon Hannawa was nominated for the Athena International Leadership Awards last month. This recognition honors individuals who demonstrate professional excellence, make a meaningful impact in their communities, and support the advancement of women in leadership.
Read MoreOn May 8, the CCF proudly hosted the annual Breakfast of Nations in partnership with Connect Macomb, Vibe Credit Union, One Macomb, and Macomb Intermediate School District. Moderated by Faraz Javed of WXYZ-TV, Breakfast of Nations celebrates the cultures, stories and experiences that make Macomb County a vibrant and diverse community
Read MoreTwo representatives from the Chaldean Community Foundation have been appointed to a key statewide advisory body focused on representation and policy engagement for Middle Eastern Americans in Michigan.
Read MorePeople Driven Credit Union has announced a major leadership transition, naming Chief Lending Officer Tommy Gasso as President and CEO-Elect, effective immediately. In this role, Gasso will begin a structured transition into full executive leadership of the organization, preparing to officially assume the position of President and CEO on January 1, 2027.
Read MoreOn April 9, 2026, the Synod of Bishops of the Chaldean Catholic Church gathered in Rome in a moment that carried profound significance for a Church whose roots stretch back more than two millennia. Far from being a routine administrative election, the gathering marked a pivotal turning point for a community now facing urgent questions of survival, identity, migration, and continuity.
Read MoreAyear of unseen work—in training grounds, strategy sessions, and even airports—culminated in a historic moment when the Lions of Mesopotamia defeated Bolivia 2–1 in Monterrey, Mexico, earning Iraq its first World Cup qualification in 40 years.
Read MoreSoccer in Iraq is a unifying cultural force governed by the Iraq Football Association, which was founded in 1948 and joined FIFA in 1950. Known as the “Lions of Mesopotamia,” the national team has qualified for the FIFA World Cup twice (Mexico 1986 and the expanded 2026 tournament) and famously won the 2007 AFC Asian Cup.
Read MoreFormer Michigan Chaldean soccer clubs, players, and Iraqi-Chaldean soccer fans are invited to a special 2026 FIFA World Cup Game Watch Party celebrating Iraq’s matchup against France. The event will be held on Monday, June 22, 2026, beginning with a reception and program at 3:00 p.m., followed by kickoff festivities at 5:00 p.m. The gathering will take place at the Chaldean Community Foundation – West, located at 2075 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield (Main Street).
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