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Professional Development Spotlight: Call for Mentors and Mentees for CMF Mentoring Program
CMF is currently accepting applications for the next cohort of mentors and mentees to participate in the CMF Mentoring Program. Mentor and mentee applications are being welcomed through July 31.
Opportunity Zones Unveiled in MI to Spur Economic Development
The U.S. Department of Treasury and the IRS recently announced the federal government has approved Opportunity Zones in 18 states, including Michigan.
The 2018 Mackinac Policy Conference: Mobility, Trust and a Prepared Michigan
Next week, roughly 1,700 leaders in philanthropy, business, politics, media and education will gather to discuss the future of our state at the Mackinac Island Policy Conference.
The State of the Opioid Epidemic
New research is providing an inside look at the opioid epidemic and why the state says there’s noticeable progress in combatting this issue in Michigan.
Effects of Tax Reform: Sector Requests IRS Delays Penalties for New Taxes, Provides Guidance
Efforts continue from the philanthropic sector to educate the IRS about the effects of the new unrelated business income tax (UBIT) for employee fringe benefits on tax-exempt organizations.
Exploring Michigan’s Urban/Rural Divide
The Citizens Research Council of Michigan, a nonprofit, nonpartisan, public policy research organization, whose board is comprised of several CMF members, released a new report: Exploring Michigan’s Urban/Rural Divide.
MI Dept. of Civil Rights Leverages TRHT Work to Address Systemic Racism
The Michigan Department of Civil Rights (MDCR) is providing an inside look at key steps the department is taking to address systemic racism in communities across the state, including extensive work with the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) framework developed by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF).
Food Insecurity on College Campuses
A new survey is giving us an inside look at how prevalent food insecurity is on college campuses.
Community Foundation for Muskegon County and Grand Haven Area Community Foundation provide funding to expand opportunities for women entrepreneurs along the lakeshore
Content excerpted and adapted from a MiBiz article. Read the full article here.
Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW), a nonprofit focused on empowering women entrepreneurs to launch, advance and sustain their business, is now expanding to the lakeshore thanks to two CMF members.
2018 Kids Count in MI
The Michigan League for Public Policy (MLPP) has released the 2018 Kids Count in Michigan Data Book, funded in part by eight CMF members, which shines a light on disparities facing Michigan children when it comes to race and socioeconomic status.
MI Ranks 6th in U.S. for Population of Homeless Students
Poverty Solutions at The University of Michigan has released a policy brief: A Snapshot of Homelessness and Housing Instability in Michigan Schools, which shows Michigan ranks 6th in the U.S. for the largest population of homeless youth.
Work Requirements Could Reduce Access to SNAP and Medicaid
We’re taking a look at the latest on legislation at the federal level and in Lansing that could add work requirements for recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and recipients of Medicaid.
“I Am Evidence” Documentary Explores Untested Rape Kits in Detroit and U.S.
Tonight, a documentary which explores the backlog of untested rape kits in the U.S., including those that were discovered in Detroit, makes its world premiere on HBO.
What are Opportunity Zones?
The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) recently announced that Governor Rick Snyder has submitted Michigan’s application for Opportunity Zones to the federal government.
Medicaid Work Requirements Under Consideration
A bill that would add work requirements for Medicaid recipients in Michigan may be headed back to a legislative committee for consideration as soon as this week.
Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation and Michigan Health Endowment Fund partner to expand opportunities for caregivers
The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation (RCWJRF) announced a partnership last week with the Michigan Health Endowment Fund and the Health Foundation for Western & Central New York (HFWCNY) along with a $2 million grant to each organization to endow a new staff position focused on developing and funding programs and initiatives that support caregivers for older adults.
Focusing on Solutions for MI Education
Business Leaders for Michigan (BLM) recently announced a new education reform coalition aimed at catalyzing action to improve Michigan’s education outcomes.
Deeper Dive into the Omnibus Spending Bill
The omnibus spending bill signed by President Donald Trump will remain in effect, funding the government through September 30.
How three CMF members are making their communities more vibrant through placemaking, attracting and retaining talent
This month we’re sharing the newest video from our rural philanthropy video series featuring the Community Foundation of St. Clair County, Huron County Community Foundation and Sanilac County Community Foundation.
Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation awards $1 million grant for new center for families in need
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded a $1 million grant to the Coalition On Temporary Shelter (COTS), which is one of the largest providers of housing for homeless families in Detroit.
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