Non Profit of the Month Archive

Clarkston Village Players was founded in 1961 by a small group a local teachers. Since then, we have grown to include members from all walks of life.  Our all-volunteer organization produces 5-6 plays annually, as well as several special productions.  Our Youth Theatre program draws students ages 10-18 from local schools every summer.   Our belief in live theatre as a form of entertainment and education has helped us produce plays that are enjoyable, as well as create thoughtful discourse.

The Amyloidosis Foundation is a non profit established to support research for the rare disease amyloidosis. Amyloidosis is the buildup of amyloid proteins in the heart, kidneys, liver or other organs.  We also provide resources to patients to find knowledgable physicians and provide informational publication about the disease, it's diagnosis and treatment.

St. Daniel Council of the Knights of Columbus is a non-profit service organization committed to the betterment of St. Daniel Church and the Clarkston Community.  The principles of this organization are Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.  Charitable efforts begin with activities to feed the poor, assist those in need and organizing projects designed to provide funds to organizations who can best serve those most deserving in the Clarkston Community.  Activities for charitable service are obtained though the Unity of the 105 members of the St.

Clarkston Rotary Club is a part of an international organization called Rotary International. We can use the leverage that comes from being part of a 1.2 million member organization to do larger projects, both locally and internationally. Last year we were able to get a 50% matching grant from Rotary International to help us buy a van for Lighthouse of Clarkston. The same process also allowed us to purchase 600 pairs of glasses for children in Kenya. The project we are best known for is our Shoes for Kids program where we outfit 400 children with shoes, boots and mittens every year.

Oakland Mediation Center (OMC) is proud to offer a wide variety of community-based services for youth and adults. Mediation Services includes but is not limited to, matters of all types such as small claims, landlord tenant, general civil, real-estate, divorce, parenting time, special education, elder and foster care. Our Legal Services department was created to serve individuals who do not qualify for free legal aid but cannot afford traditional legal representation. This program works on an income based sliding scale.

"The Clarkston Independence District Library, which serves Independence Township and the Village of Clarkston, is excited to announce a new community business conference space that is due for completion in late February. This new space, available at NO COST to Chamber members,  will include private conference seating for 8 and state-of-the-art technology suitable for presentations or demonstrations with clients or colleagues. Members can reserve this space in advance and food will be allowed.

O.A.T.S. was founded in Clarkston in 1997 and although we moved to Ortonville in 2017, we still think of Clarkston as our home.  O.A.T.S. which stands for Offering Alternative Therapy with Smiles is a non-profit, therapeutic horseback riding center.  More than 100 riders benefit from the program each week.  O.A.T.S. therapeutic riding programs are tailored to the needs of each rider, with the overall goal of developing as much independence as possible.  O.A.T.S.

Independence Township Parks, Recreation & Seniors are the main resource for leisure, recreation and activities in the Clarkston Community.  Our 3 divisions work together to make our community a better place to live, work and play by building connections with neighbors and the outdoors. 

The Clarkston Foundation has been slected for their outstanding work in the Clarkston community. Learn more about their organization here!