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How Lean Funders Evaluate Their Work
To highlight the current state of lean funder evaluation, this report provides an overview of the evaluation methods funders use most often.
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
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.
Community Sharing: Communicating Your COVID-19 Efforts and Impact to Boards and Beyond
We invited Kathleen Owsley, president, Bosch Community Fund (BCF) and CMF Trustee to talk with us about the new way BCF is using infographic-style dashboards to communicate their COVID-19 response efforts, and impact, to their executive management team, board of trustees and Bosch associates.
The Besser Foundation Supports Medical Center Project in Alpena
The Besser Foundation has committed $300,000 to the MidMichigan Health Foundation to provide support for a new patient tower project in Alpena.
Community Sharing: Communicating Your COVID-19 Efforts and Impact to Boards and Beyond
We invited Kathleen Owsley, president, Bosch Community Fund (BCF) and CMF Trustee to talk with us about the new way BCF is using infographic-style dashboards to communicate their COVID-19 response efforts, and impact, to their executive management team, board of trustees and Bosch associates. Check out our Q&A for fresh insights as you consider your own evaluation efforts and opportunities to enhance your reporting tools.
What are the key data points you report on through the dashboard, and why did you choose those areas of focus?
The Besser Foundation Supports Medical Center Project in Alpena
The Besser Foundation has committed $300,000 to the MidMichigan Health Foundation to provide support for a new patient tower project in Alpena.
The new patient care facility will be the largest project the medical center has ever completed and will include 60 private patient rooms, 8 intensive care unit beds, 8 labor and delivery rooms, 44 medical beds, 18 recovery rooms and 5 operating rooms.
In Appreciation of America’s Conscience Bearers
On Friday America lost two civil rights icons, the Reverend Cordy Tindell “C.T.” Vivian and Congressman John Lewis.
In this time of tremendous inequality and inequity, as calls for systemic change continue, the lives and deeds of these two men offer hope and a roadmap to prosperity and equality. As civil rights leaders and champions, they held up our collective conscience and helped us with the struggle to be that more perfect Union.
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.
In Appreciation of America’s Conscience Bearers
On Friday America lost two civil rights icons, the Reverend Cordy Tindell “C.T.” Vivian and Congressman John Lewis.
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.
Lawmakers to Consider Next Round of COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Lawmakers will head back to Capitol Hill on July 20 to focus on the next installment of COVID-19 legislation. There may be swift action with the Senate expected to depart for a recess on August 10.
Four COVID-19 relief bills have passed since March, injecting nearly $3 trillion in aid into the economy. That number includes approximately $600 billion that went to small businesses and organizations through the Paycheck Protection Program. The House passed the HEROES Act in May but that legislation has not seen any movement in the Senate.
Addressing Inequities for Seniors During COVID-19
The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Michigan has released a report that outlines key disparities in COVID-19 care and prevention for Michigan seniors based on their age, race, ethnicity, geographic location and income.
Cultivating Donor Relationships and Advancing Placemaking
The Knowlton's Ice Museum of North America and endowment fund may move to the Community Foundation of St. Clair County under the community foundation’s corporate umbrella according to The Times Herald in Port Huron.
The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation Celebrates 10 Years, Releases 5-Year Strategic Plan
The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation celebrated its 10 year anniversary by releasing The Road Already Traveled and the Journey Forward, highlighting its past grantmaking and outlining its plan for its future.
Lawmakers to Consider Next Round of COVID-19 Relief Legislation
Lawmakers will head back to Capitol Hill on July 20 to focus on the next installment of COVID-19 legislation.
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