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Helping Districts Empower Counselors and Create Postsecondary Pathways for Michigan Students
The Michigan College Access Network (MCAN), in collaboration with The Kresge Foundation and the National Postsecondary Strategy Institute, recently launched the Michigan Postsecondary Strategy Institute (MPSI).
Results of Second National Benchmark Survey of Family Foundations Released
The National Center for Family Philanthropy recently released Trends 2020 which details the results of the second national benchmark survey of family foundations.
OFL Case Study: Sustainability Through Transitions
Founded in 2003 as a collaboration between the State of Michigan and philanthropic organizations, the Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison (OFL) — the first of its kind in the nation — serves as an executive branch-level nonpartisan connector between Michigan’s public and philanthropic sectors
Proposed Changes to SNAP Could Negatively Impact Families in MI
The USDA is proposing a new rule that would affect the way Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are calculated. If enacted, nearly one in three Michigan SNAP households could lose SNAP benefits.
The rule, SNAP: Standardization of State Heating and Cooling Standard Utility Allowances has been issued by the Food and Nutrition Service as a way to address benefit inequities between states and improve program integrity.
New Report Details Homelessness in Michigan
Michigan is making progress among some groups experiencing homelessness despite an overall increase in the homeless population, according to a recent report released by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and Michigan’s Campaign to End Homelessness.
CMF and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Welcome Three Fellows
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation (RCWJRF) welcomed three new fellows this month in partnership with CMF to further support young talent in the philanthropic sector: Jesse Friedman, Olivia Vaden and Margaret Zimmer.
“The fellowship program provides a terrific opportunity to make a contribution to the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation and the larger nonprofit sector,” Maura Dewan, vice president of corporate affairs, RCWJRF said. “This program helps develop emerging leaders and contributes to the pipeline of talent for the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors in both our regions.”
Member Spotlight: HCCF Hosts 13th Annual Hillsdale County College Fair
The Hillsdale County Community Foundation’s 13th annual Hillsdale County College Fair took place October 14, 2019, at the Margot V. Biermann Athletic Center on the campus of Hillsdale College.
The event included 36 colleges and universities from the tri-state area and representatives from the armed forces, I Challenge U, the Health Department and CHBW and County National Bank provided financial and loan information.
Understanding Barriers to Impact Investing and Identifying Potential Solutions
It is important to barriers so that we can identify the opportunities we have to improve the impact investing ecosystem.
Proposed Changes to SNAP Could Negatively Impact Families in MI
The USDA is proposing a new rule that would affect the way Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are calculated.
New Report Details Homelessness in Michigan
Michigan is making progress among some groups experiencing homelessness despite an overall increase in the homeless population, according to a recent report released by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) and Michigan’s Campaign to End Homelessness.
CMF and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation Welcome Three Fellows
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation (RCWJRF) welcomed three new fellows this month in partnership with CMF to further support young talent in the philanthropic sector: Jesse Friedman, Olivia Vaden and Margaret Zimmer.
Member Spotlight: HCCF Hosts 13th Annual Hillsdale County College Fair
The Hillsdale County Community Foundation’s 13th annual Hillsdale County College Fair took place October 14, 2019, at the Margot V. Biermann Athletic Center on the campus of Hillsdale College.
Tri-State Community Foundation Webinar Series: Working with Difficult Wills and Trusts
This webinar provides information on how to deal with difficult wills and trusts.
Reflections on the Governor’s Annual Conference Remarks and the State Budget
The CMF 47th Annual Conference main stage event on October 7 featured Governor Gretchen Whitmer, continuing CMF’s long-standing tradition of welcoming our new Michigan governors to the conference. After helping to recognize William S. White with a special tribute, Governor Whitmer’s keynote address highlighted the importance of giving back and the value of partnership and collaboration, while also joining in our conference-wide conversation around equity in Michigan communities. The Governor focused in particular on the needs of Michigan children.
Friday Court Decisions Halt Changes in Public Charge Rule that Were to Take Effect this Week
The federal government’s changes to the public charge regulation, which affect some immigrants’ pathways to citizenship, were slated to go into effect tomorrow, October 15, 2019.
Honoring Philanthropy’s Leaders
Lynne Ferrell has been named the 2019 recipient of the Dr. Gerald K. Smith Award for Philanthropy, an honor presented by the Michigan Forum for African Americans in Philanthropy (MFAAP). The award honors the significant efforts and contributions of individuals in the field whose work and grantmaking activities promote effective and responsive social change in communities of color. The award was presented by co-chairs of CMF’s MFAAP affinity group: Jonse Young of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation and Marcus McGrew of The Kresge Foundation.
Member Spotlight: Blue Cross Commits $5 Million in Detroit's East Warren/Cadieux Area
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is committing $5 million to support the revitalization of the East Warren/Cadieux area on Detroit's east side as part of Mayor Mike Duggan's initiative to leverage private investments into community improvements.
Blue Cross is teaming with communities in the area through the Strategic Neighborhood Fund (SNF) and the Affordable Housing Leverage Fund with the investment that will be distributed through 2022, according to a news release.
Reflections on the Governor’s Annual Conference Remarks and the State Budget
The CMF 47th Annual Conference main stage event on October 7 featured Governor Gretchen Whitmer, continuing CMF’s long-standing tradition of welcoming our new Michigan governors to the conference.
Friday Court Decisions Halt Changes in Public Charge Rule that Were to Take Effect this Week
The federal government’s changes to the public charge regulation, which affect some immigrants’ pathways to citizenship, were slated to go into effect tomorrow, October 15, 2019.
Honoring Philanthropy’s Leaders
The 47th Annual Conference included recognition of honorees who have earned this year’s philanthropy awards.
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