Arab-American Heritage Council Awards Banquet 2019

Riverfront Center
10.30.2019
Photography by Kayce McClure

For over 20 years, the “Ensure the Legacy” Awards Banquet has honored those who have made a difference in our community and throughout the nation. This year’s award recipients were: Community Contributor of the Year Dr. Robert McMahan, Physician of the Year Michigan Health Specialists, and Arab-American of the Year Farid “Fredwreck” Nassar. In addition to the award winners, scholarships were awarded to two deserving students.

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A Century of HopeWhaley Children’s Center Celebrates 100 Years of Caring for Michigan’s Most Vulnerable Youth

For 100 years, Whaley Children’s Center has been a place where children find safety, stability, and hope. As the Flint-based nonprofit celebrates its centennial in 2026, the organization is reflecting on a century of service while continuing to evolve to meet the changing needs of Michigan’s most vulnerable youth.