Unlock Potential – Peckham’s Tips for Inclusive HiringBy: Calley Green, Peckham Talent Sourcing Partner

People with disabilities are often marginalized and underrepresented in the workforce, facing significantly higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Despite their talents and potential, they are frequently judged as less valuable, overlooked by society, and deprived of opportunities. At Peckham, we are committed to changing this narrative.  Peckham’s approach to employment centers on a key…
Peckham is certified as a Great Place to Work.

Peckham, Inc. Certified as Great Place to Work

LANSING, MI- Peckham has been Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the tenth consecutive year. This prestigious award is based entirely on current employees’ feedback about their Peckham work experience. This year, 80% of employees said Peckham is a great place to work – compared to an average of 57% of employees at other…

Peckham Inc. Receives Peace Pole from Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties – World Refugee Day

LANSING, MI- Peckham, in partnership with Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties, will host a Peace Pole dedication ceremony on June 20 from noon to 2 p.m. at its headquarters: 3510 Capital City Blvd., Lansing, MI 48906. The dedication is a part of Catholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton Counties’ Peace Pole…

Peckham Awarded $150K Homelessness Prevention Veteran Grant

LANSING, MI- Peckham is one of 13 organizations that received a $150,000 grant from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. The grant was made available for Michigan-based nonprofits to assist service members, veterans, and their families who are or are at risk of experiencing homelessness. The grant funding will be used to support initiatives that offer…

Peckham Inc. Welcomes New Vice President of Belonging

LANSING, MI- Peckham has named Tina Alonzo, as its Vice President of Belonging. The organization created this new leadership position to lead the organization with intention as it strengthens its diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) strategy. Alonzo has a demonstrated history in diversity and inclusion leadership, change management, and strategic planning and implementation, with…
Kevin Hines, Mental Health Advocate, Author and Suicide Survivor

Peckham Speaker Series Hosts Kevin Hines, Mental Health Advocate, Author and Suicide Survivor

The Peckham Community Partnership Foundation will host best-selling author, suicide survivor, and mental health advocate Kevin Hines on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Hines will share his story of hope and celebration in a morning and afternoon session. Two years after Kevin was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, the 21-year-old attempted to take his life by jumping from…

Peckham Board Renames President and CEO as Chief Executive and Inclusion Officer

The Peckham Board of Directors has changed the title of President and CEO to Chief Executive and Inclusion Officer (CEIO). Jo Sinha, who has been serving as the President and CEO since 2020, will continue in the leadership capacity, putting Inclusion at the forefront. “This shift in title more clearly reflects the deeply embedded values…

Peckham Awarded $2M Grant to Launch Rehabilitative Program for Youth and Young Adults

LANSING & FLINT, MI – Peckham has been awarded a $2 million grant from the United States Department of Labor. The grant will be awarded over the next 42 months to launch the Growth Opportunities (GO) Program. The GO Program will prepare corrections-involved youth and young adults for employment while also mitigating violence in the…

Peckham Embers Receives Inaugural NYEC Innovative Program Award

LANSING, MI–Peckham’s EMBERS program will receive the first Innovative Program Award from the National Youth Employment Coalition (NYEC). The award recognizes Peckham’s work in helping young female victims recover through a trauma-informed support group. “The committee was extremely impressed with Peckham’s approach to healing for those affected by trafficking and sexual assault,” said Mary Ann…

Peckham Hosts Contact Center Job Fair March 9

GRAND RAPIDS, MI- Peckham Inc., will host an information session and hiring event for individuals interested in Customer Service Representative (CSR) positions for an in-bound contact center on Thursday, March 9. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Peckham, 3777 Sparks Dr. SE | Grand Rapids, MI, 49546. There are…