As a community (Mumford Class of 1964 and 1965) we feel it is important that we take on Social Responsibility and pass on to the current Mumford Community some of what we gained.  What an amazing opportunity we had in the education we received....and we would like to PAY IT FORWARD.

Phyllis Davis Williams and Ricky Stoler are co-chairing the Social Action/Responsibility committee, gathering a committee and working through how we can benefit the Mumford students of today.

In the meanwhile, a classmate of ours, ALLEE WILLIS (Class of 1965), is a Grammy, Emmy, Tony and Webby award winning and nominated songwriter/artist. Her songs have sold over 50 million copies  including "September" and "Boogie Wonderland" by Earth, Wind & Fire, "Neutron Dance" by The Pointer Sisters,  "I'll Be There For You ",the Friends theme song, and the Broadway musical The Color Purple.

But besides being an accomplished songer writer -- Allee's heart lies deep in Detroit and in Mumford.  Allee has written a song dedicated to Detroit called 'The D" that she want to record with every Detroiter who wants to be on the record as well as film it for accompanying videos and a documentary.  All profits go to to Detroit art gems, the Heidelberg Project and Mosaic Youth Theater.

You can hear the song and red more about the project here on the fundraising page.  Allee is doing two fundraisers in Detroit on July 10th and 11th

Allee wants to spread the word to our class at Mumford and other alumni so that you can come to one of the fundraisers in July and be a part of the record, video and documentary in September. 

Allee is inviting every Detroiter to join her in recording and filming of the song, video, and documentary of “The D” in September—for more information on “how to participate: www.AlleeWillis.com/detroit/

July 10th at The Whitney.  The Whitney invites you to the Garden on Wednesday, July 10^th to join Grammy-winning Detroit native and Mumford graduate Allee Willis’ in a special fundraising event for her upcoming project "The D,” a city-wide, multi-media mega-tribute to Detroit that will feature a series of mass sing-alongs all over the city this coming September!
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Come celebrate “The D” with Allee as she leads the Whitney Garden crowd in sing-alongs of some of her biggest hits. The evening will also feature the music of Detroit’s own Funkee Station, special cocktails, a Detroit-themed menu, and lots of surprises.
 
Suggested Minimum Donation: $10
 
EVENT DETAILS:
Wednesday, July 10
5:30-8:30PM
The Whitney Garden
4421 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, 48201
Valet parking available, $6; self-parking across Woodward or on street also available
RAIN OR SHINE—in the event of rain, the event will be moved indoors; please remember that proper attire is required in the Mansion (dress jeans are fine/men: no shorts, ball caps or flip-flops)

July 11th at Vinsetta Garage. We have just confirmed details for a very special fundraising party and dinner hosted by Vinsetta Garage on July 11 to benefit Grammy-winning Detroit native Allee Willis and her upcoming project “The D,” a city-wide, multi-media mega-tribute to Detroit that will feature a series of mass sing-alongs all over the city this coming September to create a new Detroit theme song!

The event begins at 7PM and takes place in the private dining room at Vinsetta Garage. We hope you’ll come celebrate with Allee, who will lead sing-alongs of some of her greatest hits including "September," " Boogie Wonderland," "Neutron Dance," and "I'll Be There For You"' the Friends theme, as well as perform Detroit-themed excerpts from her critically acclaimed live show, and screen a demo video for “The D".

You'll also be enjoying a feast from Vinsetta Garage with a menu prepared specially for “The D” celebration: Smoked Chicken Wings, Loaded Potato Chips, Meatballs, Coney Pizza, Chili Rubbed Flank Steak Tacos, Roasted Chicken with Gravy, Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon, Mac & Cheese, Baby Kale Salad, Farro Hash, Quinoa Salad,Citrus and Chocolate Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream and assorted Cupcakes.

Seating is very limited, only 25 people.  Seats are $250, and must be purchased in advance.  Your $250 donation to “The D” for this event will be run through our 501c3 partner so it will be tax deductible. Drinks and Gratuity are also included as part of your $250 donation.

If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to thed@alleewills.com and we will send you payment instructions.