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Remembering Jim Acheson
We’re honoring the life and legacy of Jim Acheson, a dedicated and longtime champion in philanthropy.
Celebrating 20 Years of the Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison
The Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison, the first office of its kind, is celebrating 20 years of partnerships and strategic collaborations between the executive branch of state government and philanthropy.
Welcoming New Leaders to Our Sector
We invite you to join in welcoming two new leaders to our sector and to our Michigan community of philanthropy!
Fair Food Network Moves to Detroit
The Fair Food Network, a national nonprofit and investor with a mission to grow community health and wealth through food, supported by several CMF members, will move its headquarters to Detroit this month.
Community Foundation of Holland/Zeeland Area Announces New President/CEO
Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area has announced Patrick Cisler as its new president/CEO. We are thrilled to welcome Patrick to our CMF community of philanthropy!
Protecting and Enhancing Lake Huron through Community Projects
The Lake Huron Forever Initiative, supported by several CMF members, has announced awards to four community projects in Michigan aimed at protecting and enhancing the water quality of Lake Huron.
Supporting Arab Americans in Michigan: Advocating for Equitable Data and Representation
There are currently more than 5 million Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Americans in the U.S., and Michigan is home to the largest, oldest and most diverse Arab American community in the country. We’re highlighting how the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services, the largest Arab American community nonprofit in the U.S., is advocating for equitable collection of federal data for MENA communities and how philanthropy can get involved.
Championing Policy, Empowering Youth & Innovative Partnerships: A Conversation with Rob Collier
CMF's immediate past president and CEO Rob Collier shares his reflections on the storied history of our CMF community and some of the work he has been most passionate about, from public policy to empowering youth leaders.
CMF Members Partner with the State to Launch $10 Million Microbusiness Loan Program
Several CMF members have partnered with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to launch a new $10 million microbusiness loan program for women and entrepreneurs of color in Michigan.
Managing Incoming Federal Dollars to Support Entrepreneurship and Youth Career Development in Pontiac
The Pontiac Funders Collaborative, hosted by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, is one of five CMF members engaging in CMF’s Statewide Equity Fund (SEF) Strategic Support Pilot. Supported by the SEF, the Pontiac Funders Collaborative is supporting Pontiac organizations' collaboration and bolstering their capacity to influence, manage and deploy American Rescue Plan Act funding toward equitable outcomes that support entrepreneurship and youth in Pontiac.
Research from CMF Member Reveals New Self-Employment Data in the U.S.
A new study from CMF member the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research reveals millions more Americans may be self-employed than previously estimated.
Kalamazoo Community Foundation Welcomes New President & CEO
Kalamazoo Community Foundation Welcomes New President & CEO
A Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Bay County
The Bay Area Community Foundation has committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within Bay County both internally and externally with its nonprofit partners.
The Skillman Foundation Announces Inaugural Vice President of Learning & Impact and Vice President of Communications
The Skillman Foundation has elevated the roles of learning and communications, acknowledging the importance and impact of these functions in advancing systems and social change strategies. The foundation promoted Natalie Fotias, previously director of communications, to Vice President of Communications. The foundation also welcomed Laila Bell, who will serve as its Inaugural Vice President of Learning & Impact. CMF is excited to welcome Laila to our community of philanthropy!
Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation Welcomes New CEO
The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation has named Alysha Pasquali as its new Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer. We look forward to welcoming Alysha to our Michigan community of philanthropy!
COVID-19 Racial Disparities Taskforce’s Final Report Outlines Statewide Success, Progress and Recommendations
The first-of-its-kind Michigan Coronavirus Racial Disparities Taskforce has released its final report, outlining significant statewide progress as a result of its work and recommendations for collaborative policy, programming and systemic change to protect communities of color from the spread of COVID-19 and create lasting structural change.
Supporting Ukraine
It has been over a year since Russian forces invaded Ukraine, creating humanitarian and economic crises that have impacted millions.
Legislation Under Consideration Aimed to Increase Donor Base and Charitable Giving
A proven effective tool to incentivize giving is once again being considered by the Michigan Legislature. If reinstated, the Michigan Charitable Tax Credit would provide pathways to giving for families of all income levels in the state. Plus, many CMF members were on Capitol Hill as new federal legislation was unveiled to support charitable giving.
CMF Members Share Stories of MI Philanthropy on Capitol Hill
Members of our CMF community returned to D.C. last week for the first in-person Foundations on the Hill since 2020. CMF members met with federal policymakers to educate them on issues that foster economic prosperity and strengthen our Michigan communities and lift up opportunities for philanthropy and government to work in partnership.
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Youth-Led Grants Support Mental Health and Anti-Violence
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan (CFSEM) announced several youth-led grants in support of ongoing mental health and anti-violence efforts throughout the region it serves. The grants come from a $100,000 pool of money initiated and overseen by CFSEM’s Youth Advisory Committee after the shooting at Oxford High School in November 2021.
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