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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Report Revisits Nonprofit Racial Leadership Gap
The Building Movement Project’s (BMP) latest report is providing insights on the persistent challenges and barriers within the sector when it comes to effectively addressing the lack of diversity in nonprofit leadership and the inequities people of color face.
Kids Count Data Book Provides Pre-COVID Insights on Child Well-Being
The Annie E. Casey Foundation released its 2020 Kids Count Data Book, with state and national indicators of child well-being. The new data shows encouraging, improving trends on the national scale.
Philanthropy’s Actions and Plans to Address Systemic Racism
Organizations across the country and throughout the state are making new financial and leadership commitments to address systemic racism.
The State of Impact Investing
The Global Impact Investing Network (GIIN) has released its 2020 Annual Impact Investor Survey, providing an update of the impact investing landscape. The report features data and insights from 294 leading impact investors—the largest group of respondents ever—who collectively manage $404 billion of impact investing assets.
Leveraging Loan Programs to Support Nonprofits and Businesses
Throughout the pandemic, foundations have been rapidly responding to community needs in a variety of ways. We have seen an emerging theme across the funder landscape when it comes to relief efforts: the use of loan programs to support nonprofits and small businesses.
Michigan Communities Declare Racism a Public Health Issue
With support and partnership from CMF members, several Michigan communities have declared racism as a public health issue — fueling a commitment to address racial inequities that affect the health and well-being of residents.
NCFP Series | Organizational Change: Building a Successful Culture
Organizations are shifting their operations—embracing remote work environments, using virtual communication, and building culture and connection from afar. Many family philanthropies are facing challenges and transitions as the way we work continues to evolve. Join us for a conversation on how to address organizational change, rebuild culture, and integrate practices that best serve the organization as a whole.
Rotary Charities of Traverse City Partners to Provide Low-Interest Loan to Goodwill Northern Michigan
Rotary Charities of Traverse City shared on social media that they have partnered with Northern Trust Corporation to make a low-interest loan to
Fighting Summer Food Insecurity
Summer can be a time of food insecurity for Michigan children who rely on school meals while school is in session—a pandemic exacerbates this need.
New Report Focuses on Reducing Wayne County Jail Population
The Hudson-Webber Foundation and The Vera Institute of Justice have released a new report focused on reducing Wayne County Jail’s population to provide a framework that will help meet the goal of reducing unnecessary use of local incarceration while increasing equity and public safety.
Nonprofits Share Challenges Amid the Pandemic
We are getting insights directly from nonprofits about the challenges they have been facing over the last several months through the Center for Effective Philanthropy’s (CEP) latest report: Funder Support During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
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