Freedom finally came on June 19, 1865, when some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state, were free by executive decree. This day came to be known as "Juneteenth," by the newly freed people in Texas. Read more by visiting https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth ![]()
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The deadline to join the Voices of the Valor Wright Project is August 1, 2022
Join us and help preserve your family's history. Keep It Moving, Inc. is offering you the opportunity join a collaboration to share your story. You may choose to share your -family tree -best family recipe -memorable family sons or hymns -business foundations -short story -poem -other family treasures Join Us! Detroit, MI — May 3, 2014 — Keep It Moving, Inc. was awarded a Waste Management Think Green® Grant as part of the environmental services company’s nationwide effort to improve community environments through education, recycling, cleanups and beautification programs.
Join us on September 15, 2013 for our Substance Abuse Program with special appearances from Mrs. Karra W. Thomas, Dr.
Mary Gaskins, Treyvon Larkin and Keep It Moving Inc. Staff. LOCATION Keep It Moving Inc. (RFS) 4781 Iroquois, Detroit, MI TIME 2:00pm - 4:00pm For more information contact email keepitmoving_inc@yahoo.com or call 313-649-2876. Keep It Moving, Inc. (KIM) held the raffle May 24, 2022 at Buddy's Pizza in Dearborn, MI
The winners are: 1st Prize Winner - James Grace Sr 2nd Prize Winner - Gregory Spencer Jr. 3rd Prize Winner - Gail Kidd Thank you ACE Hardware of Dearborn, MI for the mystery prize gift and Stables of Dearborn, MI for supporting the writing project. Spots are still available to be included in the upcoming book featuring local writers. Pen It, Voices of the Valor is an anthology sharing the rich stories of individuals in our local areas.
We are offering you an opportunity to become an author by joining this project. We want to persevere our history by recording our memorable moments, traditions, etc. This information will be valuable for our families and future generations. Interested? Please see the flyer below. The drawing date for the raffle has been extended. Please continue to purchase your tickets to WIN!!!
Keep It Moving, Inc. is now offering notary services for the State of Michigan. Please visit the CONTACT US section of this website for more information by sending a message.
We are deeply sadden to share the news of the passing of Mr. Johnny Shamery. Mr. Shamery was a former board member of Kieep It Moving, Inc. He was a great leader and known for his cooking. He will be missed. Please keep his family in your prayers.
Annual Black History Program KIM Annual Celebration Join us for the Annual Celebration Program •Time: 2:00PM thru 4:00PM •Virtual Platform – Click here to join: Join on your computer or mobile app or by phone: Click here to join the meeting Learn More | Meeting options Dial-in number: (425) 436-6200 Access code: 178928 Celebrating Our Heritage as a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and a special people. Program includes presentations, fellowship, song, poetry and music. •For more information, contact Dr. Mary L. Gaskins keepitmoving_inc@yahoo.com or phone: 313.405.2331 Metro West Chapter Credit Unions sponsored a Beautification Event at The Learning and Tutoring Center 22234 Ford Rd. Dearborn Hts., MI Showcased by: Keep it Moving, Inc. September 17 and 18th, 2020 We recently participated in a Buzz Pollinator Training with Trees Forever, and thank you to Mr. Jeff Jensen for allowing us to be a part of this great movement. Upcoming Events
Please submit your contributions to: Donation by Phone: Please call us: +1-313.405.2331 We can walk you through our secure steps. Donation by Mail: Please address check to: Keep It Moving, Inc 23169 Michigan Ave. #Unit 2350 Dearborn, MI 48123 We also regret the home-going of George E. Curry, an American Journalist who committed himself to be our key note speaker for Substance Abuse Conference scheduled for 2017.
Finally, we regret the home-going of a long time neighbor and advocate of Keep It Moving, Inc., Mr. Earnest Saunders. Pray for the healing of Alline King, Board member of Keeping It Moving, Inc. Join us for the Partners in Community Forestry Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana,November 16-17, 2017. Black History Program - February, 2017 was celebrated at the Staybridge Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan. The program was a success. Thanks to the support of Kroger Supermarket for providing some of the food and sending a guest for providing information on Black History Month. Keeping It Moving, Inc., would also thank King and King associates for preparing the food. We would like to thank Ms. Gail Cunningham and Troy Bilt for their donation of equipment for community support. We appreciate their continuous support and encouragement. Upcoming Fund-raiser for Keep It Moving and the Robert F. Shannon, Sr. Educational Center. You may contact the office at (313)-473-8885 for further information. Kindly make a donation to help Keep It Moving and the Robert F. Shannon Educational Center for upkeep, programs and maintenance. Mail donations to to P.O. Box 13175 Detroit, MI. 48123. Annual 2017 Substance Conference to be announced Keeping It Moving Inc, new contact information is 23169 Michigan Avenue Unit 2350 Dearborn, MI 48123. The new Phone number is: 313-405-2331. The 3rd Annual Interfaith-Based Initiatives Substance Abuse Disorders & Mental Health Conference was held at Burton Manor on August 7, 2017. The theme was " Wellness Beyond the Walls." August 7,2017. Keep It Moving, Inc., staff was in attendance. The unveiling of the late Supporters of Keep It Moving, Inc. for Mr. James King, Mrs. Aline King and Dr. Harold Taylor. Will be September 2017. The unveiling location will be announced. The Gaskins, Morrow and Brown Family would like to Thank all of you for the support and love shown to us for the lost of our Brother, Mother and Sister. We love you back. |