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Talent Attraction Program Focuses on Filling Gaps in Local Construction Industry
In Mid-Michigan, there has been an increase in demand for construction workers but there aren’t enough ready applicants to fill those roles. The Midland Area Community Foundation has been working to address this issue by recruiting and incentivizing future construction professionals in the community through its Construction Talent Attraction Program.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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
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.
State Announces New Housing Partnership
The Statewide Housing Partnership within the Michigan State Housing Development Authority was announced and will work to develop a strategy to implement Michigan’s Statewide Housing Plan and ensure access to affordable housing for every Michigander.
Supporting Individuals Impacted by Alzheimer's Through Research and the Arts
For over two decades, the Nartel Family Foundation has worked to improve the lives of individuals in Genessee County, including supporting Alzheimer’s programming within the community and research across the country.
Collaborating to Support Residents & Nonprofit Capacity Building in Rural Communities
The Michigan Health Endowment Fund has joined Otsego Community Foundation in support of the Otsego County United Way’s START (Services, Tools, Assistance, Resources, Talents) Collaborative.
CMF Members on Capitol Hill
Members of our CMF community engaged with policymakers last week during Foundations on the Hill (FOTH) 2024, presented by United Philanthropy Forum.
Advancing Public-Private Partnerships: 20 Years of the Governor’s Office of Foundation Liaison
Karen Aldridge-Eason, the first foundation liaison, reflects on the power of collaboration and the last two decades of brokering innovative funding partnerships between the state and philanthropy.
Advocacy and Policy: Where System Change Happens
A Q&A with eMily Aleman-McAlpine, program officer at the Wege Foundation
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