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Preserving Historic Black Resort Communities in Michigan
Idlewild Historic District and Woodland Park are historic Black resort communities established during the era of segregation that have offered a place of rest and recreation for Black entrepreneurs, religious and political leaders, and entertainers for decades. Fremont Area Community Foundation has partnered with organizations and community leaders to support the development of a strategic plan to preserve and showcase the communities and promote economic development.
CMF 2023 Annual Report: Embracing Differences & Bridging Divides
In this edition of CMF’s Annual Report, you will read about how your peers in rural, urban and suburban communities are bringing people together across a spectrum of issues, perspectives and lived experiences
Remembering John M. Frey
John M. Frey, a 2nd generation trustee emeritus of the Frey Foundation, passed away on March 28. He was 84 years old.
CMF Statewide Equity Fund: A Guide for Philanthropy on Partnerships to Equitably Shape Public Funding
The guide is intended to be a playbook for philanthropy, highlighting lessons learned from the five sites and key considerations for ensuring community voice is centered in the decision-making process for community investments.
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.
Prioritizing Transparency and Connections with Nonprofit Partners
The Carls Foundation supports and partners with organizations statewide from Southeast Michigan to the Upper Peninsula to advance its programming priority areas of children’s healthcare, children’s human services and the preservation of open spaces through land conservancy partnerships.
Board Term Limits
Boards serve an essential governance role within foundations. Each board varies in terms of its policies and procedures depending on the structure required to achieve its strategic goals and organizational mission.
Proposed Regulations on Donor Advised Funds: A Policy Update
The IRS and the U.S. Department of the Treasury shared proposed regulations in November that focus mostly on important definitions surrounding donor advised funds (DAFs). We’re sharing key highlights, updates from Treasury around the regulations and what’s next.
Nonprofit Advocacy: A Michigan Primer, 2013
The Michigan nonprofit sector has a rich tradition of creating change in local communities. Despite the historical successes of influencing public policy at all governmental levels, many nonprofits are hesitant to engage in advocacy. This primer, now in its third edition and produced
Reflections on ESG Backlash and the Role of Philanthropy
In her latest blog, Jennifer Oertel, CMF’s Impact Investing Expert in Residence, explores the current state of environmental, social and governance ESG investments and the potential impact on our sector through legislation and proposed rules. Oertel outlines what philanthropy needs to know and its role in continuing its work in impact investing.
Children’s Foundation Announces $10 Million Partnership for Detroit Youth
The Children’s Foundation, in partnership with Bill and Lisa Ford of the Ford Motor Company, has established the Michigan Central Station Children’s Endowment Campaign to celebrate the reopening of Michigan Central Station.
Embracing Authenticity in Your Story and Experiences: My “Why” Alongside My Journey in Philanthropy
In this installment of CMF Community Voices, Jonathan Pulley, program manager at Rocket Community Fund and CMF’s 2023 Emerging Leader in Philanthropy honoree, shares key learnings that have emerged through his lived experiences and how it has impacted his work and his advice for finding your “why” to advance change.
Increasing Impact, Enhancing Value: A Practitioner's Guide to Leading Corporate Philanthropy
On April 29, 2012, the Council on Foundations released a seminal report for the corporate philanthropy field, Increasing Impact, Enhancing Value: A
A Handbook for Giving Circle Hosts
This handbook is a practical tool that will help you think through the pros and cons, the ins and outs, and the nuts and bolts of developing and supporting a healthy giving circle.
Stories on Capitol Hill
Tyler Parlor, CMF and The Skillman Foundation's Communications Fellow, shares more about her experience on Capitol Hill as part of Foundations on the Hill 2024, and the powerful role storytelling has in conversations with policymakers and beyond.
A Time for Philanthropy to Strengthen Our Commitment to Centering Equity
A message from CMF Board Chair and President & CEO of the Hudson-Webber Foundation Melanca Clark and CMF President & CEO Kyle Caldwell
Talent Retention Manual
This type of program would provide competitive reverse scholarships, helping recent college graduates pay off their student loan debt if they return to their local communities for work.
Eliminating Racial Disparities in Housing
Housing instability continues to be a challenge in Michigan, disproportionately impacting communities of color around the state.
Innovative Housing Development and Transit Hub Addresses Workforce Housing Needs
The first and one of the largest rural transit-oriented development projects in the Midwest recently broke ground and will address critical workforce housing needs in Traverse City.
Seeking Innovative Affordable Housing Solutions
Affordable, or attainable, housing continues to be a growing concern in Michigan communities, especially as housing and rental prices continue to rise.
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