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Igniting Ideas, Sparking Change. Philanthropy on the Move. What’s in Store for You in Grand Rapids!
If you haven’t already secured your discounted registration rate for CMF’s 46th Annual Conference, Igniting Ideas, Sparking Change., time is running out!
In Pursuit of Equity: A Family Foundation’s Story
The article covers how the family foundation worked with its board to not only evaluate their foundation's tradition in grantmaking but also discover new ways of working, with a keen focus on remaining responsive in their pursuit of equity.
CMF Members Support New Local and Statewide LGBTQ Initiatives
Philanthropic leaders in Michigan are supporting a variety of partnerships rooted in equity and inclusion for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ) community in Michigan.
Studies and a Recent Convening Shed Further Light on the Line 5 Pipeline Debate
What is the likelihood of a leak in the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline?
Dow Chemical and Dow Corning Foundations
The Dow Chemical Company (Dow), the University of Michigan (U-M) and Delta College (Delta) are collaborating to develop an interdisciplinary innovation and education hub “to inspire the workforce of tomorrow and create sustainable pathways that will have a positive impact on the environment and society.”
Reflecting on the Community Foundation Act, One Year Later
Tomorrow - August 21, 2018 - marks the one-year anniversary of the Michigan Community Foundation Act becoming law.
New “Racial Equity in Philanthropy Fund” Releases First Round of Grants
In a recent statement, Minneapolis-based Borealis Philanthropy announced their partnership with the Ford and W.K. Kellogg foundations to launch the Racial Equity in Philanthropy (REP) Fund.
Spotlight: Children's Hospital of Michigan Foundation
The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Foundation (CHMF) and the Jamie Daniels Foundation announced a new partnership that will focus on the opioid crisis.
Farmers Markets Seeking Permanent Solution for Mobile SNAP Payments
The Novo Dia Group is an Austin-based developer that created the Mobile Market Plus app used by many farmers markets and farm stands in the state of Michigan and across the nation to process Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Bridge Card transactions.
Partnerships and New Commitments Further Michigan’s Clean Energy Journey
Michigan is in the midst of a major energy transition, with many entities playing a role in moving our state’s efforts forward.
Primary Election Winners and Where the Gubernatorial Candidates Stand on Key Issues
Voter turnout in Tuesday's primary election broke state records, with an estimated 29 percent of registered voters casting ballots.
The Wege Foundation
The Grand Rapids Symphony recently received a four-year, $1.1 million grant from the Wege Foundation to weave diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives into all of the orchestra's activities, with the goal of engaging a broader audience and sharing live orchestral music with everyone in the community.
Successful Strategies for Engaging the New Generation of Staff in Our Sector
Richard Burns, president and CEO of the NHP Foundation – a national nonprofit that works in affordable and sustainable housing – is defying the odds in attracting and retaining an engaged millennial workforce.
Speaking Up: Philanthropic Advocacy and Legal Lobbying
With Michigan’s August primary election taking place tomorrow and the gubernatorial election just three months away, now is the time to seek out opportunities to speak with candidates and elected officials.
CMF Provides Leadership in Development of New Grantmaker Platform
"Grantmaking programs are complicated to manage. Even the relatively small programs can involve tracking dozens of applications, reviewers, requirements and payments."
New Report Highlights Opportunities for Foundations to Improve Diversity Efforts
In an effort to better understand the efforts of nonprofit organizations when it comes to diversity and the ways in which their foundation funders are interacting with and/or supporting those efforts, the Center for Effective Philanthropy (CEP) sent surveys to 338 leaders of nonprofit organizations with annual expenses between $100,000 and $100 million.
C.S. Mott Foundation
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation was recently honored with the 2018 Secretary’s Award for Public and Philanthropic Partnerships from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Council on Foundations.
"Post-Graduation Scholarships Act” Could Open New Doors for Workforce Development
The “Workforce Development Through Post-Graduation Scholarships Act” is a new piece of legislation generating excitement for philanthropic entities around the country.
Over 350 Signatures Added to Governor’s Letter Calling for Civility in Public Discourse
Civility For Us. That is the name of a new webpage connected to the official State of Michigan website.
United Methodist Retirement Communities (UMRC) Foundation
The United Methodist Retirement Communities (UMRC) Foundation, a CMF member, recently announced that it has received a $2.5 million grant to support expansion and renovations to UMRC’s Kresge Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, located in Chelsea.
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