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The Davies Project – Driving Change Gala Saturday November 14, 2026 6:00 – 11:00pm Please join us at the University Club of East Lansing for a lovely evening in support of our community&…

What a fun event! Kendra Scott Boutique Gives Back Event: Friday September 18 from 1-3pm

We’d love for you to join The Davies Project today – Friday September 18 from 1:00–3:00 PM at the Kendra Scott Boutique for an afternoon of shopping, refreshments, and giving back! Come brow…

Meet Our New Intern – Allison

“I am a senior in the School of Social Work at Michigan State University, working toward my bachelor’s degree and a certificate in health and aging. I am very excited to begin my internship he…

Driving Change Gala – Join Us!

Join us in supporting The Davies Project and our mission to ensure that medically fragile children get to the care they need-because every ride makes a difference. Saturday November 14, 2026 MSU Unive…

Kendra Scott Gives Back Event – September 18

The Davies Project will be partnering with the Kendra Scott boutique at Eastwood Towne Center in Lansing for a delightful couple of hours in-store on Friday September 18 from 1-3pm to raise funds for …

Driving Change Gala November 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM The University Club Get ready for an unforgettable evening supporting The Davies Project! Enjoy dinner, live music, dancing, and exciting silent, live, and reverse auctions-all while helping ensure families can access the medical care they need. Live Auction Highlights Include: One-week stay at an Orlando condo One-year Couples Membership to the U Club MSU Hockey Suite Tickets And so much more! Visit thedaviesproject.org or scan this Code to purchase your tickets today!

You Are Invited!!

The Driving Change Gala for The Davies Project brings our community together to honor the impact we’re making and to fuel the work still ahead. Enjoy a delicious plated dinner, live entertainmen…

700 CHILDREN & COUNTING!

We just welcomed our 700th child to The Davies Project family! There is something so special about celebrating 700 children whose journeys we have had the privilege of being part of. We have also prou…

Gratitude and Impact Report 2025

2025 Gratitude and Impact Report We are grateful to our donors, volunteer drivers, and all who support The Davies Project. Our 2025 Gratitude and Impact Report is now available. It includes ride stati…

2026 Annual Meeting

The Davies Project will hold their 2026 annual meeting Monday, April 13th at 6pm at The Davies Project office at 230 Bingham St, Suite 100, Lansing. If you are planning on coming, please RSVP. If you …

Mileage Reimbursement

We’re excited to share that The Davies Project now offers monthly mileage reimbursement for volunteer drivers at $0.70 per passenger mile (while transporting a client). Join our volunteer driver tea…

Give the Gift of a Ride this Giving Tuesday — December 2, 2025

On Giving Tuesday, December 2, you can make a lasting impact for local families by supporting The Davies Project. Every dollar helps provide free rides so children can reach vital medical appointments…

BBQ sandwich with mac & cheese and green beans in a takeout container

BBQ lunch with King of the Grill

Order now: https://secure.givelively.org/event/the-davies-project-for-mid-michigan-children/bbq-lunch-with-king-of-the-grill The Davies Project is partnering with King of the Grill to offer a barbecue…

Gratitude and Impact Report 2024

2024 Gratitude and Impact Report We are grateful to our donors, volunteer drivers, and all who support The Davies Project. Our 2024 Gratitude and Impact Report is now available. It includes ride stati…

The Davies Project Video

The Davies Project has an updated video that was shown at the breakfast that tells people about who we are and what we do. Please share it with anyone you think might be interested.

2023 Gratitude and Impact Report

2023 Gratitude and Impact Report We are grateful to our donors, volunteer drivers, and all who support The Davies Project. Our 2023 Gratitude and Impact Report is now available. It includes ride stati…

2024 Annual Meeting

The Davies Project will hold their 2024 annual meeting Monday, April 8th at 6pm at The Davies Project office at 230 Bingham St, Suite 100, Lansing. If you would like more information, please contact o…

Tom Izzo, outside of Spartan Stadium, wearing a Izzo Legacy Race Finshers Medal.

Izzo Legacy Race for 2024

Join us April 20 at the Izzo Legacy Race on MSU’s campus. The race supports the Izzo Legacy and other charities and organizations in the area, including The Davies Project. There are a variety o…

Juneteenth

The office will be closed on June 19th in celebration of Juneteenth.

Max’s Race

Max’s Race will be June 24, 2023 on the beautiful MSU campus, starting in front of MSU’s Auditorium. We will have a 5K Run/Walk, a Kids’ One Mile and a Kids’ Sprint with an 8 am start time, an…

2022 Gratitude and Impact Report

We are grateful to our donors, volunteer drivers, and all who support The Davies Project. Our 2022 Gratitude and Impact Report is now available. It includes ride statistics and financial information, …

Pam profiled in Voyage Michigan magazine

Last week, our founder and CEO Pam Miklavcic was profiled by Voyage Michigan magazine. Read the article here: https://voyagemichigan.com/interview/rising-stars-meet-pam-miklavcic-of-lansing/

The Davies Project at Fox 47’s Morning Blend

The Davies Project visited Fox 47’s Morning Blend on Monday, March 13th. If you missed it, watch the clip below as Rich Howard, our COO, and Arianna Saldana, our incoming Board President, talk a…

Annual Meeting postponed

The annual meeting has been postponed due to weather. It is rescheduled for April 10th at 6pm.

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The Davies Project at Lansing Schools’ Immunization event

Maria Churchill, the Director of Engagement at The Davies Project talks with TV6 at the Lansing Schools’ immunization event. https://www.wlns.com/video/lansing-holds-immunization-event-for-kids/…

Adopt a Family

This holiday season, consider “Adopting” a TDP family. Step One: Start Getting Excited to Spread Holiday Cheer! You can go to https://forms.gle/eJRZfeaeXRYwJvFq7 to sign up to Adopt A Fami…

https://www.wilx.com/2022/10/12/lansing-nonprofit-search-more-volunteer-drivers/

TV 10 Highlights the Need for Drivers

TV 10 visited The Davies Project recently and on their newscast, highlighted the need for more drivers. Please click the link above to view the newsclip.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iFoLhH5dxSjzKCgpEdalXUP2ngzIJ3Gq/view?usp=sharing

2022 Driving Change Fundraising Breakfast

Click the link above to watch our 2022 DRIVING CHANGE FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST!

The Davies Project at Michigan Reimagined

Michigan Reimagined tells the stories of people and organizations who are driving Michigan’s economic sustainability. Pamela Miklavcic, Mikhail Murshak, and Rich Howard of The Davies Project visit…

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program

The Davies Project will present in June a two-part, virtual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program for all board members, staff, and interested drivers and volunteers. For information and the link, …

2021 Gratitude and Impact Report

We are grateful to our donors, volunteer drivers, and all who support The Davies Project. Our 2021 Gratitude and Impact Report is now available. It includes ride statistics and financial information,…

2022 Annual Meeting

The Davies Project will hold their 2022 annual meeting Monday, March 14th at 6pm on Zoom. To receive virtual participation information, please contact Rich Howard at rich@thedaviesproject.org

Lunch Is Easy & Drives Change for Children’s Heatlh

Support improving children’s health and enjoy a delicious lunch! Help spread the word!

Max’s Race 2022

Save the Date! Max’s Race 2022 will be June 25th! Registration and more information at this link https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/EastLansing/MaxsRace Thank you to our 2021 sponsors To learn more a…

Make A Difference While Shopping

You can make a difference while you shop Amazon Prime Day deals on October 13 & 14. Simply shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/46-1209200 or with AmazonSmile ON in the Amazon Shopping app and AmazonSmile …

Driving Change for Children’s Health Fundraiser Virtual Edition!

Drive Change for Children’s Health and Change Lives in 10 Minutes or Less! Executive Director Pam Miklavcic tells how in this video. Join us today and take a few minutes to drive change by donat…

Welcome New Intern

Welcome to our new MSU School of Social Work Intern Sam!

Free Booklet About Navigating the Healthcare System

Need tips on navigating the healthcare system? If you would like to receive your free copy of The Davies Project booklet, please complete the form below. .

Welcome New Volunteer Coordinator

Welcome to Volunteer Coordinator Teyei Pam! Teyei (pronounced Tay-yay) will help recruit and support volunteers to ensure health for children and hope for families. He is an enthusiastic development …

2020 Virtual Max’s Race

More Than Just a Run By popular demand! We may be distant physically for everyone’s safety but we can still come together in hope and fun. WHEN: June 20th-21st TIME: You choose! WHERE: You decid…

Driving Change

Volunteer drivers offer free round trip rides to medical appointments for children facing serious health challenges. Watch the Video

More Than Just A Ride: 2020 Community Gratitude & Impact Report

Read how your support made our community healthier and stronger in the 2020 Community Gratitude & Impact Report. Read the report or download a copy.

Transform A Child’s Life

When Belle was born, doctors said she wouldn’t walk. Watch the video where Belle doesn’t walk – she runs. Watch the Video