August 23, 2013

Christmas came early for a local United Way referral organization.

Hundreds of baby supplies were delivered to Southeastern Michigan Indians Inc. (SEMII). The items, donated by Chrysler Group LLC employees, were collected and delivered by employees from Mopar, Chrysler Group’s service parts and customer-care brand. Donated supplies included baby clothes, books, toys, strollers, diapers, and bottles. The Chrysler Foundation, the charitable arm of Chrysler Group, also provided a $7,500 grant to assist SEMII with the purchase of additional items for infants.

“All of these items will be put to good use by families in our community,” said Sue Franklin, Executive Director of SEMII. “We are grateful to all of the people at Chrysler and Mopar for their time, effort and donations.”

As part of a company-wide effort with United Way, Mopar continues its work with SEMII, which is located two blocks from Mopar’s main parts distribution facility in Center Line, Mich. The organization provides social services to Native Americans and Macomb County, Mich. residents. Last year, Mopar volunteers repainted the organization’s cultural center and sponsored a “Dress for Success” clothing drive to provide professional attire to those in need.
 

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Chrysler Media