Welcome Friends & Neighbors
The official website of the FFH Foundation
Welcome to www.FFH Foundation.org the official web site of the Farmington/Farmington Hills Foundation for Youth and Families.
We are a privately funded, charitable organization that has been serving the Farmington community with quality programs since 1995. In the past two years we have grown enormously and plan many exciting programs for you this coming year. We'd like to share some of our history with you and the many benefits of FFH Foundation giving and community involvement. Grant, donation, and public event information is available through out our website. Let's get acquainted!
Executive Director Retiring
Search Committee Appointed
Barbara Yuhas, Executive Director of the Farmington/Farmington Hills Foundation, will be retiring early in 2012. Yuhas joined the Foundation in 2003. "This has been a phenomenal experience," said Yuhas. "I’ve had the opportunity to work with a truly committed, supportive Board, had the pleasure of meeting so many wonderful people who make this great community the place it is. And where else would I have the opportunity to accompany Mama Duck on her appearances around town?"
Click hereHeart & Soul 2012
The place to be on February 11
The holidays are right around the corner. What do we look forward to after that – the Winter Gala, what else? Don’t think about ice and snow and gloomy days. Think about the very glamorous Gala – the dramatic Sellers Buick GMC showroom, seeing old friends and making new ones, the gourmet dinner and the lively auction. Of course, there’s the opportunity to support the grant program of the Foundation and, maybe, a few surprises. This year’s co-chairs are Bill and Doris Dwyer and Anne Lehker and Sam Slaughter, and they will be joined by a host of enthusiastic volunteers. The date is Saturday. February 11.
2012 Gala Honoree
Walter Gajewski to receive the Riley Award for Altruism
A very special part of the Gala will be awarding the 2012 RILEY AWARD FOR ALTRUISM to Walter Gajewski. The first award was made in 2010 when Dolores and George Riley were honored for their many contributions to the Farmington/Farmington Hills community. The award, which has become "The Riley Award for Altruism" recognizes there are generous, selfless people who lift the standards of our community higher without compensation and often without recognition. This year Walter Gajewski will be honored for his contributions to the development and growth of downtown Farmington. He serves on the Board of the Farmington Downtown Development Authority. Saturday mornings in the summer find Walt managing the Downtown Farmers Market and in the fall he welcomes guests to the Harvest Moon Celebration. As one of his colleagues said, "Walt’s passion and commitment is to ensure a better future for Farmington and Farmington Hills."
2011 Rubber Duck Race
Lucky Number 7
The ducks were the lucky ones on Sunday, July 17. They were in the water, those of us on the shore roasted. The liquid refreshments sold by the Optimist Club and Kona Ice were most welcome. Hundreds of spectators lined the river bank, seeking shade and shelter. But the usual festivities were observed -- admiring the decoy ducks, loading the dump truck, "mixing" the ducks and then chasing them down the river. When all was said and done, it was another wonderful event.
Spring Grant Recipients Announced
The Foundation is pleased to support these outstanding groups
A diverse group of organizations have benefited from the Foundation's grant program and the Foundation is pleased to support these groups that enhance the lives of the residents of our community.
Legacy Club Membership
Recognized Legacy Club donors provide lasting benefits
Want to provide permanent recognition for you or your company and provide a convenient and lasting way of leaving a financial legacy for the betterment of our community? Then join the FFH Foundation's Legacy Club. The Legacy Club is a growing donor group of select individuals and businesses helping the FFH Foundation attain its long-term endowment fund goals.
State law entitles donors to a tax credit of 50% of the amount contributed. Help ensure the future of the Farmington/Farmington Hills Foundation for Youth and Families by contributing to the Endowment Fund.
