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Philanthropy Perspectives
Philanthropy Perspectives is a platform to lift up thought leadership from the field. In select editions of the Weekly Download, guest contributors share their insights on philanthropic issues, innovative ideas and best practices from the sector.
Sports equipment sharing program launches in Pontiac through Project Play: Southeast Michigan
Project Play: Southeast Michigan, an initiative supported by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation in partnership with the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, is supporting the establishment and operation of a sports equipment sharing program.
Funding for Social Enterprises in Detroit: Assessing the Landscape
A recently shared scan has revealed the gaps and challenges facing social enterprises in Detroit.
The Unmet Needs of Behavioral Health Care in MI
New data shows there’s a significant unmet need when it comes to behavioral health care in our state.
Census 2020: On-the-Ground Efforts to Ensure Complete Count
We’re getting a first look at grantees who will be doing on-the-ground outreach efforts in Michigan to encourage Census 2020 participation in historically undercounted communities.
Michigan State Bar Foundation supports traveling expungement clinics in rural Michigan
The Michigan Supreme Court recently announced the launch of five traveling clinics to help those seeking to clear their criminal records, through the support of the Michigan State Bar Foundation.
Coalition Announces Great Lakes Presidential Agenda
The buzz of the 2020 presidential campaign trail has left the Motor City following last week’s debates featuring the Democratic contenders.
Racial Differences on the Future of Work
A new report funded by the Ford Foundation takes a closer look at the demands of our evolving workforce and why the perspectives of people of color about the future of work are particularly critical.
Changes Proposed for SNAP
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently accepting public comments on a proposed rule change for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Clean & Green program, supported by Ruth Mott Foundation, transforms vacant properties and is linked to crime reduction
The Genesee County Land Bank’s Clean & Green program, funded by the Ruth Mott Foundation, is engaging the community in the transformation of vacant properties, an effort that has been linked to a notable reduction in crime in those area.
CECP Shares Latest Corporate Giving Trends
CECP is offering a first look at the latest corporate giving trends highlighted in its Giving in Numbers brief which provides a snapshot of corporate social investments, employee volunteerism, engagement and more.
PFAS Contamination in MI takes Center Stage on Capitol Hill
The contamination of Michigan’s water supply by chemical substances commonly found in fabric treatments, soaps, firefighting foam and other products took center stage on Capitol Hill last week.
Housing Costs Out of Reach?
New data shows a Michigan resident earning minimum wage would need to work 58 hours per week to afford a 1-bedroom apartment, highlighting the cost burden of housing.
New Management and Governance Tool for Investments
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF) has released a new resource for the field, Mission Aligned Framework for Investing, which explores ways to evaluate mission-related investments (MRIs).
Census 2020: The Work Ahead
Following multiple court cases and extensive national advocacy work – with significant leadership from philanthropy and philanthropy serving organizations - the census forms are being printed without the citizenship question.
Early Childhood Care and Education Savings Program to Launch Statewide
A statewide discount savings program for early childhood care and education providers is currently being tested by 20 providers around the state ahead of its official launch later this summer.
The Media and Our Democracy
With politics in full swing on the national stage a new report released by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation reveals that a majority of young adults (ages 18 to 34) are “concerned about the impact of news on our democracy.”
Community Partners Playbook for Opportunity Zones
We’re getting a look at a new playbook for community partners which provides best practices for Opportunity Zones (OZs).
Child Homelessness in MI
A new report from the Michigan League for Public Policy (MLPP) and Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan estimates as many as 15,565 Michigan children, infants to age 4, are homeless. That estimate is 159 percent higher than what’s reported in the shelter system.
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation provides $1.5 million for fund to support nonprofit capacity building
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation has awarded $1.5 million for a fund to support capacity building for nonprofit organizations.
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