About Us
The Michael
Maga Foundation
How It Started
Edward (Father), Tina (Mother), Amanda (Sister), and Jacob (Brother) driven by a deep sense of love and commitment established the Michael Maga Foundation in 2021. This heartfelt initiative was born out of a shared mission to honor the memory of their beloved son and brother, Michael. United together and inspired by a collective desire to make a positive impact, they embarked on a journey to create a foundation that would serve as a beacon of hope and support for others facing the challenges of Substance Use Disorder.
Father
Edward Maga
Edward was born on June 13, 1968. He graduated high school in 1986 from Howell High School and went on to attend Michigan State University earning a Bachelors Degree in Telecommunications. He has been in the group insurance industry for nearly 30 years in a sales capacity working with mid to large sized employer groups to provide cutting edge, comprehensive, and competitive Employee Benefit programs. Ed serves as the President of the Michael Maga Foundation and is heavily involved in the local community and chambers promoting the foundation.
Mother
Tina Maga
Tina was born on July 18, 1969. She graduated high school in 1987 from Romulus High and went on to attend Eastern Michigan University earning a Bachelors Degree in Marketing. Tina currently works in the Mortgage industry as a Senior Underwriter and has been in the field for nearly 20 years. Tina is currently serving as the Vice President of the Michael Maga Foundation and works throughout the year on promoting the annual golf event along with soliciting sponsors and prizes for the event.
Sister
Amanda Maga
Amanda was born on March 20, 2000. She graduated high school in 2018 from Hartland High and went on to attend both Eastern Michigan University as well as Michigan State University. Amanda earned her Bachelors degree in Psychology and is currently attending graduate school at MSU to earn her degree as a Masters in Social Work. Amanda is interning at the MSU Police Department as well as working with local youths who have Autism. She is also a board member for the foundation and is quite active in the community promoting the foundation, advocating for awareness and change as it relates to Substance Use Disorder, and advocating for changes in our Mental Health system as it relates to treatment for those in need.
Brother
Jacob Maga
Jacob was born on October 18, 2001. He graduated high school in 2019 from Hartland High and went on to attend both Central Michigan University as well as Michigan State University. Jake ultimately earned his 2-year Turf Grass Certificate from Michigan State and is currently working as an Assistant Supperintendant at Orchard Lake Country Club. Jake serves as a board member for the foundation and is actively involved in advocating for Substance Use Disorder as well as organizing and planning for our annual golf event.