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Equity at the Center
“What does equity mean to Michigan philanthropy?” Nearly a year ago, I invited us all to ask and answer this question.
Equity, COVID-19 and the Social Safety Net
In the coming months, there are potential cliffs ahead in our already-frayed social safety net that could affect supports available for our most vulnerable communities’ basic needs such as food, water, housing and cash assistance.
An Inside Look at the Work of the Michigan Opioid Partnership
A new report from the Michigan Opioid Partnership (MOP) highlights Michigan’s opioid epidemic and the variety of statewide, cross-sector efforts that are underway to curb the crisis.
Mott Foundation Partners with National Leaders to Close STEM Gender Gap
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation has partnered with the Intel Foundation, the Gordon and Better Moore Foundation and the STEM Next Opportunity Fund to create Million Girls Moonshot, an initiative dedicated to increasing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning opportunities for girls.
Tri-State Community Foundation Webinar Series | Lessons Learned Through Rural Economic Development
Economic development can be a challenge and in rural places there are unique factors that create both barriers and opportunities.
New Report Provides a Global Look at the First Six Months of Giving During COVID-19
During the first half of the year, the impact of COVID-19 worldwide was swift, hard and devastating especially on the most vulnerable people. How did the world’s largest grantmakers and donors respond to this unprecedented crisis?
The new Philanthropy and COVID-19 in the First Half of 2020 report, from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) and Candid, examines philanthropic giving for COVID-19-related efforts during the first six months of the pandemic.
Learning to Give Launches Social Justice and Civic Engagement Resources
Learning to Give (LTG) has launched a set of resources focused on social justice issues and civic engagement to support students, teachers and youth philanthropy during this unprecedented school year.
Member Spotlight
The Food First Michigan podcast sponsored in part by the Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) recently featured Carolyn Bloodworth, executive director of corporate giving at Consumers Energy Foundation, a CMF member. She joined Gerry Brisson, president & CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank and Dr. Phil Knight, executive director of FBCM to discuss food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Report Provides a Global Look at the First Six Months of Giving During COVID-19
Learning to Give (LTG) has launched a set of resources focused on social justice issues and civic engagement to support students, teachers and youth philanthropy during this unprecedented school year.
Member Spotlight
The Food First Michigan podcast sponsored in part by the Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) recently featured Carolyn Bloodworth, executive director of corporate giving at Consumers Energy Foundation, a CMF member.
Council on Foundations—Commonfund Study of Investment of Endowments for Private and Community Foundations
This report is a timely and reliable reference resource for those responsible for investment, financial, and governance decisions at private and community foundations throughout the country. It is the field’s most comprehensive and authoritative study on investment and governance policies an
Addressing Inequities in Journalism: A Conversation with the Community Foundation of St. Clair County
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is furthering its work in equity and inclusion through community journalism, providing a pathway for a consistent voice and diverse perspectives in its local media and from the region’s communities of color.
State Budget Implications for the Communities We Serve
We now have a better understanding of the impacts of the pandemic on the state budget following last week’s Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference. The state typically holds this conference twice a year but the unprecedented effects of COVID-19 on the state’s revenue prompted state leaders to hold a third convening last week.
Addressing Inequities in Journalism: A Conversation with the Community Foundation of St. Clair County
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is furthering its work in equity and inclusion through community journalism, providing a pathway for a consistent voice and diverse perspectives in its local media and from the region’s communities of color.
State Budget Implications for the Communities We Serve
We now have a better understanding of the impacts of the pandemic on the state budget following last week’s Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference.
Philanthropy’s Role in Education Equity and the Return to Learn: A Conversation with The Skillman Foundation
As students and families prepare for the uncertainty of the 2020-21 school year, philanthropy continues to play a vital role in cultivating an equitable future for Michigan’s children. A CMF member, dedicated to championing Detroit children, continues its role as a leader at the local and state level, advocating for students in both the short- and long-term.
Food Assistance Programs Prepare for Unprecedented School Year
With many unanswered questions about what the 2020-21 school year will look like, ensuring students have access to healthy and nutritious foods, regardless of their learning environment, remains a priority for state leaders.
Michigan’s New PFAS Rules Now in Effect
Michigan’s new rules limiting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water are now in effect.
The state defines PFAS as “a group of potentially harmful contaminants used in thousands of applications globally including firefighting foam, food packaging and many other consumer products. These compounds also are used by industries such as tanneries, metal platers and clothing manufacturers.”
Philanthropy’s Role in Education Equity and the Return to Learn: A Conversation with The Skillman Foundation
As students and families prepare for the uncertainty of the 2020-21 school year, philanthropy continues to play a vital role in cultivating an equitable future for Michigan’s children.
Food Assistance Programs Prepare for Unprecedented School Year
With many unanswered questions about what the 2020-21 school year will look like, ensuring students have access to healthy and nutritious foods, regardless of their learning environment, remains a priority for state leaders.
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