Minority Association of Pre-Health Students
"Diversity Matters Because WE Matter"
Relay For Life Spring 2024
Attention MAPS Club Members and Community!
We are thrilled to announce that our club will be volunteering at the Relay for Life event on March 15th, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. This is a unique opportunity to come together for a cause that touches many lives. Relay for Life is more than just a fundraising event; it’s a movement to celebrate survivors, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against cancer.
As part of our commitment, we're calling on all members and supporters to get involved. Whether you choose to walk with us, volunteer your time, or donate, every effort counts in the battle against cancer. Your contributions support the American Cancer Society’s vital research and patient care programs.
We urge you to open your hearts and give what you can. Every donation propels us closer to a world without cancer. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let's make a difference together. Please make sure to scan our Relay for Life QR Code as seen above, to contribute to this noble cause.
Together, we can lead the way to a cancer-free future!
Our Past Philanthropy Projects
Every Semester MAPS holds a philanthropy project to give back to the community and our partners.
Members are welcome to participate in any of our upcoming projects!
MAPS raised a total of $3,102.40 which was donated to Miami Diaper Bank, Yaya por Vida, UHI Community Care Clinic and the Trevor Project to support mental health and participated in assembly events to distribute supplies and support the community.
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Fall 2022
Fall 2023
MAPS focused our resources and efforts on addressing the Social Determinants of Health, such as housing, education, and healthcare access, leading to disadvantages for two of the most disadvantaged groups in our community-- Kids and Elders.
Our goal was to bridge the gaps between the two generations by hosting drives, volunteering, and donating to Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Education effect, Miami Diaper Bank, The Greenhaven Project, Assistance to the Elderly, Palmetto Care Center, His House Children's Home, UMC Clinic, and Yaya Por Vida Foundation.
MAPS raised a total of $2,433 for the children at Nicklaus Children's Hospital through FIU Roarathon and won the Maggie Sanchez Award for the most outstanding student organization in terms of fundraising.
Spring 2022
A MAPS initiative to supply resources for the transition back to "normal". MAPS fundraiser $4,471 and donated school supplies, toys, and hygiene products to Nicklaus Children's Hospital, schools and non profit organizations.
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Fall 2021
MAPS Clothing Drives
Fall 2020-Summer 2021
MAPS organized drives throughout the span of a year that cumulated in 1,234 articles of clothing donated to Camillus House, 520 food items donated to MJD Wellness and Specialty Care Centre, and 1,120 items donated to Yaya Por Vida Foundation
Throughout the course of a year, MAPS raised $5,680 in donations for PPE and medical equipment and donated 6,050 surgical masks, 4,615 handmade masks, and thousands of other medical supplies to churches, clinics, shelters, and organizations such as UHI clinic and Yaya Por Vida Foundation.
Summer 2020-Spring 2021
MAPS provided 254 tampons, 955 sanitary pads and 26 period bags to both sheltered and unsheltered houseless individuals at Lotus House and Camillus house.
Fall 2019
