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Advancing Racial Justice: Innovative Approaches to Internal Shared Learning
The Ruth Mott Foundation is sharing more about its internal shared learning journey and what’s next in its commitment to equity in north Flint.
Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community in Allegan County
The Allegan County Community Foundation has established two new funds that provide education support for members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies, and promote safe, healthy, affirming environments for LGBTQ+ communities within Allegan County.
Celebrating Our Philanthropy Fellows: A Spotlight on Tyler Parlor
CMF’s fellowship program, sponsored by CMF members, is designed to support emerging leaders with the experience and skills to advance their careers in the sector.
Celebrating Our Philanthropy Fellows: A Spotlight on Sarah Truax
CMF’s fellowship program, which is sponsored by CMF members, is designed to support emerging leaders with the experience and skills to advance their careers in the sector. We’re celebrating the contributions of our philanthropy fellows, exploring the work they led, what they valued most and what’s next in their professional journeys.
Carolyn Bloodworth Announces Retirement After 42 Years with Consumers Energy Foundation
Carolyn Bloodworth, executive director of Corporate Giving at Consumers Energy Foundation, will retire after 42 years.
From Our CMF Community: We Remain Committed to Advancing Racial Equity, Especially in Light of SCOTUS Decision
The U.S. Supreme Court’s decisions on June 29 in Students for Fair Admissions v. University of North Carolina and Students for Fair Admissions v. President and Fellows of Harvard College will ban colleges and universities from considering race in admissions processes.
Joint Statement in Response to the Supreme Court’s Decision in ‘Students for Fair Admissions’ Cases
CMF joins several CMF members and philanthropy and partner organizations from across the country as a signatory of this statement in response to the Supreme Court's decision in Students for Fair Admissions cases.
DEIJ: More Than a Concept
In this installment of CMF Community Voices – a special edition as part of our year-long 50th anniversary celebration – Lisa Jones, program associate, health and human service initiatives at Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and a 2023 emerging leader from CMF’s Leadership Development and Mentoring Program, explores how philanthropy can continue to advance diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ). Jones shares actionable ways to embed DEIJ into organizational practices for the future of the communities we serve and our sector.
Foundation-Government Liaison Offices: Why and How of Michigan Governor's Office of Foundation Liaison
This document aims to share learnings about the key considerations in starting and operating a liaison office successfully. This document is based on the multi-year evaluation of the OFL, along with interviews with its founders and of leaders of similar offices in other states and regions.
Fostering Growth and Connection at Youth Grantmakers Summer Leadership Conference
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) members and YAC advisors from around the state gathered over the weekend for the 2023 Youth Grantmakers Summer Leadership Conference.
Legislation We’re Tracking: CMF Members Testify in Support of Michigan Charitable Tax Credit
Several CMF members testified in front of the Michigan House of Representatives Tax Policy Committee last week in support of bipartisan legislation that would reinstate the Michigan Charitable Tax Credit.
CMF Members Support Development of a New Arts and Culture Hub in Grand Rapids
With the support of several CMF members, The Diatribe, a nonprofit that connects art and activism, purchased a building in Grand Rapids with plans to build its new headquarters that will also host a creative space, after-school programs and housing.
Remembering David Frey
Business, philanthropy and community leaders in West Michigan are remembering the life and countless contributions of David Frey, trustee emeritus of the Frey Foundation, following his passing last week.
Supporting the Wellness of Nonprofit Leaders in Kalamazoo
The Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF) is continuing its work to support Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color (BIPOC) nonprofit leaders in Kalamazoo County. KZCF’s Sustaining BIPOC Leaders initiative launched in 2022 and provides rest, respite, professional development, executive coaching and wellness grants to local nonprofit leaders.
What Boards and Executives Need to Know: Self-Dealing
While private foundations have strict rules for self-dealing among disqualified persons, many of these rules are well-established best practices for other grantmakers and public charities.
What Boards and Executives Need to Know: Conflicts of Interest
This resource shares helpful information about conflicts of interest relating to the nonprofit and philanthropic sector. Conflicts of interest are of concern for both private foundations and public charities.
What Boards and Executives Need to Know: Foundations
Board members and staff of philanthropic institutions regularly reach out to CMF to learn more about the various types of grantmaking foundations.
What Boards and Executives Need to Know: Succession Planning
Board members and staff of philanthropic institutions regularly reach out to CMF to learn more about succession planning. The Ask CMF team has curated the following resources for organizations considering how to plan for a hypothetical or forthcoming transition for executive positions.
What Boards and Executives Need to Know: Executive Searches
Board members and staff of philanthropic institutions regularly reach out to CMF to learn more about executive searches.
Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Community Begins Internally
Bay Area Community Foundation is sharing more on its internal equity journey and commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within Bay County.
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