Our Mission:

To surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. 

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Bringing Communities of Support to Students

Three accredited affiliates make up our 102 school and community sites network in Michigan. Communities In Schools of Michigan currently serves in 73 of these schools. Our commitment to the students we serve also keeps us focused on results. This work has been informed by more than 45 years of supporting students and school staff.

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100%

of our students improved their in-school behavior

94%

of our students improved their school attendance

*2022-23 outcomes for CIS of Michigan

Upcoming events

  • Do Good With Chipotle

    Do Good With Chipotle

    10.1 4:00-8:00 PM

    Visit the Ferndale Chipotle at 23123 WOODWARD AVE, FERNDALE, MI, 48220 on October 1 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM and help support CIS of Michigan while enjoying dinner. Order ahead online with code 9VYXQWW or tell them the code in-store.

    Thanks for supporting CIS of Michigan!

  • Raise some Dough with Panera

    Raise Some Dough with Panera

    10.13 4:00-8:00 PM

    Visit the Dearborn Panera at 26580 Ford Road, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 on October 13 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM and help support CIS of Michigan while enjoying a meal. Use code FUND4U online, in the Panera app, or at the kiosk in-store.

    Thanks for supporting CIS of Michigan!

Community Integrated Substance Use Prevention Program

Community Integrated Substance Use Prevention Program

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Communities In Schools of Michigan (CIS of Michigan) invites community-based organizations, prevention providers, and service partners to collaborate with us on an exciting new grant opportunity, the Community Integrated Substance Use Prevention program. CIS of Michigan has the opportunity to expand evidence-based prevention and intervention services that reduce youth substance use — with a focus on nicotine and vaping — across Michigan schools. The deadline to apply is October 15, 2025.

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Support Michigan Students: Donate or Volunteer

Your tax-deductible donation to Communities In Schools of Michigan helps connect students with caring adults, essential resources, and the support they need to stay in school and graduate ready for the future. With one-on-one support, 99% of our students stay in school—but many more need help.

In addition to donating, you can make a meaningful impact by volunteering your time. Whether you're mentoring, tutoring, or supporting events, our volunteers play a vital role in helping students thrive.

Join us today—donate or volunteer to help create brighter futures for Michigan students.

 

Volunteer

CIS of Michigan's goal is to bring the Community into schools through volunteers and partners.

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Buy a Shirt

Wear one of our “Educate with” limited-edition shirts and show your support for CIS of Michigan.

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Make a Donation

For as little as $200 per child annually (or $15 a month), we are able to keep 99% of our students in school.

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