UPS Grant Helps Sweet Dreamzzz

Farmington Hills-based charity Sweet Dreamzzz Inc. received a $8,600 grant from The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS. 

The grant will be used to serve Marcus Garvey Academy in Detroit with the Sweet Dreamzzz R.E.M. (Rest. Educate. Motivate.) Sleep Program in September.

“We are so grateful to UPS for their support of our Sleep Education Program,” executive director Nancy Maxwell said. “They are an amazing company that is dedicated to giving back to the community. This grant will help Sweet Dreamzzz serve over 700 at-risk children in Detroit with our Sleep Program and full size sleep kits for every child."

The kits, which children receive after taking part in an educational program, include a sleeping bag, nightshirt, socks, toothbrush, toothpaste and more.

Partnering with the National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, and Dr. Monica Tracey of Wayne State University, Sweet Dreamzzz's R.E.M. Sleep Program teaches children the benefits of healthy sleep habits, helps them to establish a healthy bedtime routine and provides them with the bedtime essentials to sleep well.

Established in 1951 and based in Atlanta, GA, The UPS Foundation identifies specific areas where its backing clearly impacts social issues. Its focus areas include nonprofit effectiveness, economic and global literacy, encouring diversity, community safety and environmental sustainability.

“The UPS Foundation is committed to funding impactful programs that make a meaningful difference in our communities – so we are proud to support Sweet Dreamzzz’ efforts to educate children on the importance of sleep in every aspect of their lives,” Ken Sternad, president of The UPS Foundation, said.

To learn more about Sweet Dreamzzz, Inc. and the R.E.M. Sleep Program or to learn about how you can help children get a good night’s sleep visit sweetdreamzzz.org.