State - Michigan Corps seeks to involve youth in efforts

DETROIT (AP) -- A recently formed national philanthropy working to help Michigan rebound from its economic troubles wants to get students and youth involved in the effort. Michigan Corps says its Michigan Corps Youth Network will provide leadership, learning and collaboration opportunities. Students of all ages may join. Michigan Corps also wants high schools to establish Michigan Corps Youth Network chapters. Michigan Corps formed with the idea to draw on the resources, talents and ideas of people around the world with ties to the state. It plans to invest in organizations focused on economic transformation and wealth creation. New York native Rishi Jaitly started Michigan Corps with his wife, Detroit native Anuja Jaitly. ---------------- Online: Michigan Corps: http://michigancorps.org Published: Mon, Sep 13, 2010