Alumni To Give $5 Million Each To WSU Law R eal estate developers, professional sports team owners and alumni Stephen M. Ross and Dan Gilbert said they will donate $5 million each to the Wayne State University Law School. Both gifts represent the largest dona- tions in the law school's history. Ross and Gilbert's gifts will create the Benson Legacy Fund for Wayne Law and the Benson Endowed Enhancement Fund for Wayne Law. They named the funds in recognition of Wayne Law Dean Jocelyn Benson and her successful efforts as dean to elevate the law school's national reputa- tion and prestige. The funds will support the law school's ongoing efforts to attract talented students from across the country to study at Wayne Law and live in Detroit. Ross, class of 1965, has built a legacy of real estate development, philanthropy and NFL sports team ownership. His total donations to higher education rank behind only those of fellow American billionaire Michael Bloomberg. Ross is owner of the Miami Dolphins and Sun Life Stadium. "Wayne State not only played an important role in my success, but also in the rebirth of Detroit:' Ross said. "I am pleased to be able to give back to the m imum Dan Gilbert Stephen Ross school and also help ensure that this great educational institution continues to attract the best and the brightest students from across the country' Gilbert, class of 1987, is chairman and founder of Quicken Loans Inc. and Rock Ventures LLC, and majority owner of the 2016 NBA Champion Cleveland Cavaliers. He has invested more than $2.2 billion to buy and renovate more than 95 com- mercial properties in Detroit's urban core. Thousands of jobs have been created, and more than 15,000 Rock Ventures team members work in downtown Detroit "Wayne Law is a premier legal educa- tion institution, and the leadership across the university is impressive:' Gilbert said. "I am proud to support the law school's efforts to continue attracting top students from around the world and shape our brightest and best lawyers right here in the heart of Detroit:' M •Painting •Plaster •Rough Carpentry •Finish Carpentry •Drywall Hanging •Specializing in Historical Homes Family Organizes A Fundraiser For Make-A-Wish eeting Matthew Chayet, a West Bloomfield High School freshman, you would never guess that since he was a baby he has been admitted to the hospital more than 30 times ranging from three to 29 nights. His mother, Fawn, says Matthew has overcome obstacles doctors didn't think he would, and he always comes out of the dark times with a smile and love around him — and he's always thinking of what he can do for others. Now that Matthew has entered high school, the family's focus is on him enjoy- ing the normal routine of high school freshmen. But that doesn't mean there isn't time to give back. "We always taught our kids to give back whenever they can:' Fawn said. She and her husband, Adam, had been approached by Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan in the past to grant a wish for a Matthew, but had always turned it down. "We've always thought Make-A-Wish was a great organization and always donated, never imagining we'd ever be on the receiving end of it. No one ever really does:' Fawn said, after accepting an All work done by professional craftsmen Adam, Matthew, Abby and Fawn Chayet as-yet-unspecified wish for Mathew from Make-A-Wish. Once the Chayet family accepted the wish, they got busy understanding and learning more about the organization — and making good things happen for other kids. They will host a fundraising event for Make-A-Wish on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Core Cycle, 6716 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield. There will be exercise classes, shopping, food from local restaurants and lots of fun all for a great cause. Free classes will be held throughout the day: 6 a.m. spin, 8:30 a.m. circuit, 9:30 a.m. boxing, 5:30 p.m. spin and 6:30 p.m. boxing. Email fawnchayet@comcast.net to reserve a spot. Shop from 4:30-8 p.m. at tables from Blue Lagoon, Ella Designs, Event Bliss, Passion4 Fashion, Pawn Chick Shopping or Ehrlooms Fine Jewelry — a portion of sales goes to Make-A-Wish. Or make donations directly to Make-A- Wish at michiganwish.org. * If you are thinking of remodeling, adding an addition, even painting your home, you have come to the right place! At East Coast Finishers, all work is done by professionals who specialize in their trade — all members of our crew and never sub-contractors. We back every warranty 100% !ii •• All exterior painting has a 5 YEAR WARRANTY CALL NOW!! FREE ESTIMATES!! 248-773-6671 OR 844-366-9966 or email us estimates@eastcoastfinishers.com We will return your call at your convenience Been in Business over 40 years 30300 Northwestern HVVY, Suite 147, Farmington Hills Ml 48334 Visit us at: www.eastcoastfinishers.com JN September 22 2016 21