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Ending Homelessness in MI
A new report released by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and Michigan’s Campaign to End Homelessness shows that our state is seeing a decrease in the total number of people who are homeless, for the third consecutive year.
Work Underway to Accelerate Postsecondary Attainment
We’re getting a look at the latest data from the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), as the organization works in partnership with government, business and community leaders, and philanthropy to continue to grow postsecondary attainment in our state.
Battle Creek teachers are utilizing the teacher housing incentives, supported by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
We’re getting a first look at the impact a teacher housing incentive grant is having in Battle Creek.
Proposed Changes for Public Charge Rule
CMF’s Public Policy Committee reviewed proposed changes to the public charge rule at their meeting last week, as the federal government is accepting feedback on the potential changes through December 10.
Welcoming New Legislators
In collaboration with your outreach, CMF is in contact with the transition team for Governor-elect Gretchen Whitmer to learn how we can be helpful, particularly through the Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison.
Supporting Seniors and Caregivers in the Pandemic and Beyond
The pandemic has created a multitude of challenges for seniors, who are among the most vulnerable populations when it comes to COVID-19.
Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy
We’re getting a sector-wide perspective on the result of nearly $30 billion in disaster-related giving from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy’s (CDP) newest report Measuring the State of Disaster Philanthropy 2018. The 2018 edition reports on events from 2016.
Michigan Municipal League Foundation
The Michigan Municipal League Foundation is gearing up for what they hope will be a highly successful Giving Tuesday event on November 27. Their focus: The 16/50 Project.
Additional Food Heading to MI Food Banks
There’s extra food heading to Michigan food banks this month, a direct result of the tariffs placed on American grown food by China.
Community Journalism on the Rise
Connecting people with information about what’s happening in their community to make informed decisions has become a growing challenge in many parts of the country.
#GivingTuesday Surpasses $1B in Online U.S. Giving
#GivingTuesday announced late last week that it has reached a major milestone. Since its inception in 2012, more than $1 billion has been raised online in the U.S. alone.
Ford Motor Company Fund supports ‘freight farm’
The Ford Motor Company Fund, a CMF corporate member, donated a 40-foot shipping container to be used as a freight farm to grow vegetables for those who are experiencing homelessness.
Tribute to the Life of President George H.W. Bush: America’s Volunteer in Chief
On behalf of the Council of Michigan Foundations and as a former trustee of the Points of Light, I was honored to be invited to the state funeral celebrating the life of our 41st President, George H.W. Bush.
Project Play: Southeast Michigan
We’re getting an update on work underway by Project Play: Southeast Michigan, an initiative that launched about a year ago as a three-year effort to build upon recommendations from the State of Play Report, which focused on youth sports participation, access and barriers in the region.
Frey Foundation announces Housing Innovation Award winner
The Frey Foundation has announced the recipient of its first-ever Housing Innovation Award.
Ending Homelessness in Michigan
New data released in the Ending Homelessness in Michigan Annual Report gives insights into the state of homelessness in Michigan.
Legislative Update
During a late-night session of the Michigan House of Representatives on Wednesday, two bills designed to restore the community foundation, food banks and homeless shelter charitable tax credits passed with strong bipartisan support.
What’s ahead in Michigan philanthropy in 2019?
Q&A with Kyle Caldwell, president and CEO of CMF
Philanthropy and Digital Civil Society: Blueprint 2019
In her 10th annual industry forecast, philanthropy expert and scholar Lucy Bernholz highlights challenges, big ideas and predictions for the coming year in Philanthropy and Digital Civil Society: Blueprint 2019.
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