In the last month, we have been so excited to welcome Sedona onto the FedUp team full-time as our new Associate Director. She has been on our Board since 2023 and has served as our Board Treasurer for three years. Thank you for your continued dedication to FedUp’s mission and work in the community!

Last Wednesday we said farewell to Crystal, our Director of Finance and Administration, as she moves on to future opportunities. We are so grateful to have had Crystal on our team for two years–thank you so much for all your contributions to FedUp. Please join us in wishing Crystal all the best as she enters this new chapter.

On February 16th, we held the first of our monthly dinners for community members involved in our BuddyUp program! Thank you to everyone who was able to attend—we hope to see you at our next dinner on Thursday, March 12th. 

If you or anyone you know is interested in the BuddyUp program, please visit our BuddyUp page for more information on how to get involved!

On Wednesday, February 18th, FedUp held our Ash Wednesday service, one of our favorite days in the church year. We spent time reflecting on our mortality and on how powerful our God is, who makes beautiful things out of the dust. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special day.

FedUp had the opportunity to table at the University of Michigan’s Neurodiversity Fair on February 23rd, where we spoke with students and staff at the university about our organization, mission, and opportunities we offer. Thank you so much for inviting us! 

Come see FedUp at the 2026 Volunteer Fair hosted by Ypsilanti Pride this Saturday, March 7th, from 1-5 pm at the Ypsilanti Farmer’s Market on 16 S Washington St. Hope to see you there!

Our next BuddyUp dinner will be on Thursday, March 12th, from 6-7 pm at First Presbyterian Church at Ypsilanti on 300 N Washington St! We will be cooking a mashed/baked potato bar together as a community–if you’d like to come early and help with prep, join us at the church at 3 pm. Excited to see everyone there!

Holy Week (Sun. 3/29 - Sun. 4/5) is a time of deep spiritual reflection, reminding believers of Jesus’ journey of love, suffering and redemption during his final days on earth and his ultimate sacrifice for humanity. Below is more information about the events we will be holding for Holy Week.

On Thursday, April 2nd, Maundy Thursday services will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Ypsilanti, with a soup and salad potluck at 6 pm followed by worship at 7 pm. We hope to see you there!

On Good Friday, we will be holding a walking tour through Ypsilanti titled “Stations of the Cross Where Christ is Being Crucified Today”, inspired by St. Peter’s Episcopal Church’s yearly Good Friday Walk. During this tour, there will be multiple “stations” or locations that represent the different inequities and struggles our community faces and is crucified for, where we will stop, reflect, and engage in dialogue.

If interested in joining us, keep an eye on our social media for more information about the time and starting location.

On February 17, prominent civil rights and social justice activist, politician, and Baptist minister Rev. Jesse Jackson passed away. Beyond his significant contributions to the 1960s civil rights movement through his organizing work with the SCLC and Martin Luther King Jr., he founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change. He also ran two historic presidential campaigns that influenced future politics nationwide, transforming campaign rules and narratives.

Thank you, Reverend Jesse Jackson, for your service and devotion to social change and the betterment of humanity.

Be strong and courageous. 
Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, 
for the Lord your God goes with you; 
he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Deuteronomy 31:6

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If you are seeking volunteer hours–whether by choice or required for school, community service, SNAP, or other programs–we’re here to help you meet those requirements in a supportive, welcoming environment!

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Every donation allows us to serve more delicious meals, provide free shower and laundry services, and continue to support our community. Thank you all for your contributions to FedUp.