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Ongoing Challenges and Supports for Nonprofits During COVID-19
As small businesses and nonprofits continue to face their own unique challenges during the pandemic, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is launching a program to provide additional support.
The Strain of the Pandemic on Child Care Providers and Working Families
While many child care facilities were able to welcome back students earlier this summer, some facilities across the state have remained closed, putting providers and Michigan families in challenging situations. Even centers that have been open may still experience intermittent temporary closures for specific classrooms or their entire facility as confirmed COVID-19 cases surface and students and staff are quarantined for the safe and healthy of all.
COVID-19 Scenario Planning for the Social Sector
As the pandemic continues we are all living and working in uncertainty. A new guide hopes to help our sector plan for the various scenarios that may present themselves in the next year and beyond.
Critical Census Outreach Continues in MI
As we look ahead to August and the next stage of Census outreach, Michigan remains third nationwide in 2020 Census participation. The latest data shows that
New Accountability Initiatives Announced in .ORG Domain Deal
There are new developments in the sale of the .ORG domain.
As CMF reported, at the end of 2019 the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) reached an agreement with Ethos Capital, a private equity firm, under which Ethos Capital would acquire Public Interest Registry (PIR), the company that owns the .ORG domain.
Educators Share Recommendations to Address Our State’s Teacher Shortage
A new report is sharing insights from educators on potential solutions to address Michigan’s teacher shortage.
According to the report, conducted by Public Policy Associates (PPA) on behalf of the Michigan Education Association (MEA), AFT Michigan and Middle Cities Education Association, the number of teaching certificates issued dropped by 24% from the 2013-2014 school year to the 2017-2018 school year.
Committee Approves Michigan’s Proposed PFAS Rules
Draft rules limiting PFAS in Michigan drinking water were approved by the state’s Environmental Rules Review Committee (ERRC) late last week.
PFAS are a group of emerging and potentially harmful contaminants used in thousands of applications globally including firefighting foam, food packaging and many other consumer products.
Walters Family Foundation focuses on priorities to conserve the environment, advance economic vitality
The Walters Family Foundation is sharing highlights of its recent work, including several multi-year initiatives that align with the foundation’s priorities to conserve the natural environment, advance economic vitality and empower people to reach their full potential through innovative learning initiatives.
Coronavirus Highlights Need for Disaster Preparedness
There are no confirmed cases of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) being reported in Michigan at this time but there are contingency plans in place from the governor’s office and state agencies to help keep communities safe and mitigate any potential impact on state operations, education, health care and the workforce.
CMF Members Head to Capitol Hill
This week more than 30 CMF members from all sizes and types of foundations are traveling to Washington, D.C. to engage in meetings with our Michigan lawmakers to build relationships, share the work that they do and highlight issues of importance to philanthropy.
It’s all part of Foundations on the Hill (FOTH), an annual event hosted by United Philanthropy Forum in partnership with CMF. FOTH brings together foundation leaders from across the country to establish quality relationships with lawmakers to advance advocacy that maximizes the efforts of philanthropy.
Census 2020: 23 Days and Counting
We are just 23 days away from Census Day. Beginning April 1, everyone who lives in the U.S. and participates in the census will be counted at the place where they reside most of the year.
This week invitations to complete the census will arrive in mailboxes around the country. The outreach is the first in a series of planned mailers from the U.S. Census Bureau to U.S. households between now and the end of April.
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation Supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Outdoor Recreation Efforts
Funding from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) is aimed at increasing the number of women and people of color utilizing outdoor recreation spaces in Grand Rapids.
COVID-19: 5 Things Funders Can Do to Support Grant Partners
We are highlighting a sample of approaches and best practices that are emerging from our members around the state to provide insights on how foundations are supporting their nonprofit partners during this unprecedented crisis.
Here are five things funders can do to be a resource to nonprofits and other grant partners in COVID-19 response and relief efforts.
Office of Foundation Liaison Policy Spotlight: Michigan Food Distribution
After the state of Michigan closed K-12 schools and limited service industry operations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, there have been significant shifts in the ways both schools and food banks are distributing food.
Expertise from the Field: Legal Considerations
Robin Ferriby, a CMF member and senior counsel at Clark Hill, PLC, explains the implications of payments made to individuals by employers and philanthropic organizations following the declaration of COVID-19 as a national emergency. Plus: Additional considerations shared by Jennifer Oertel, a CMF member, shareholder with Bodman PLC and CMF’s Impact Investing Expert in Residence.
Remembering Marlowe Stoudamire
Marlowe Stoudamire, a 43-year-old speaker, business strategist and entrepreneur, is among the growing number of Michiganders who have lost their lives to the coronavirus.
Stoudamire is remembered as a beloved Detroit advocate who possessed a true passion for community.
Census 2020: COVID-19 Presents New Challenges
Field operations for Census 2020 are now paused for an additional two weeks, until April 15. The U.S. Census Bureau announced over the weekend that it is continuing the temporary suspension of all field operations to help slow the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
The Strain on Small Businesses: How MI Philanthropy is Responding
On March 23, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued her Stay Home, Stay Safe, Save Lives executive order, requiring all businesses and organizations deemed non-essential to sustain or support life to close. As small businesses across the state close or cut back on services, CMF members are working to support businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19.
Canton Community Foundation Supports Seniors Experiencing Isolation
The Canton Community Foundation (CCF) has made changes to its Providing Others Renewed Confidence and Hope (PORCH) program to further support seniors in the community during COVID-19.
Grand Rapids Community Foundation Partners with Hispanic Center of Western Michigan to Ensure All Community Members Receive Information and Resources
As individuals, businesses and nonprofit organizations feel the impact of the COVID-19 crisis, Grand Rapids Community Foundation (GRCF) has partnered with the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan to support multilingual translation and interpretation services. This grant partnership will help ensure all members of the community have access to critical information about minimizing exposure to and spreading COVID-19, as well as resources.
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