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The Kresge Foundation Supports Student-Centered Civic Engagement
The Kresge Foundation’s education program recently announced several grants totaling $1,025,000 to student-centered civic engagement initiatives.
Exploring Policies that Address Poverty and its Impact on Child Development
New research from Harvard University suggests that policies that aim to reduce poverty may lead to larger brains in children, underscoring the need for a strong social safety net.
Remembering Edward “Ted” J. Frey
We are honoring the life and legacy of Edward “Ted” J. Frey, Jr., a devoted and longstanding leader in philanthropy. The Frey Foundation shared a message from Holly Johnson, president, sharing the news that Ted passed away at the age of 77 and honoring his many contributions to Michigan and philanthropy.
Hudson-Webber Foundation Announces Over $2 Million in Grants to Support Reducing and Preventing Violence
Hudson-Webber Foundation announced over $2 million in grants, empowering organizations whose missions align with the foundation’s focus on advancing equity and opportunity for all Detroiters.
Social Distancing, Virtual Venues: Supporting Arts & Culture Organizations in the Pandemic and Beyond
The pandemic has created significant challenges for organizations with business models centered on in-person engagement.
The Pokagon Fund Helps to Bring New York Times Bestselling Author to Local Schools
New York Times bestselling author and Michigan native Angeline Boulley visited local schools in New Buffalo with the support of CMF member the Pokagon Fund.
Addressing Workforce Housing Needs
Communities across the state are working to address a shortage of workforce housing.
Meeting Challenges of an Uncertain Time
CMF Community Voices features a series of conversations and insights from leaders across our community of philanthropy. This curated collection of blogs and Q&As lifts up inspiring voices from changemakers who lead efforts in the areas of Equity, People, Practice and Policy, with equity at the center.
Governor Unveils the MI Healthy Climate Plan
As part of Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s commitment to a goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, last week Whitmer announced the MI Healthy Climate Plan.
The Kresge Foundation Among First to Sign the Climate Funders Justice Pledge
The Kresge Foundation was among one of the first national climate funders to sign the Climate Funders Justice Pledge.
CMF Members Support Grand Rapids Youth Employment Program
The city of Grand Rapids recently announced the launch of its 2021 summer youth employment program, GRow1000.
Lessons Learned from BioPharma
While corporate foundations have not been as quick to adopt impact investing there are a growing number of examples we can look to.
Impact Investing as a Tool for COVID-19 Economic Recovery
The COVID-19 pandemic is already a vivid example of why we need to maximize our philanthropy dollars.
TRHT Kalamazoo, ISAAC encourage community support for new housing ordinances
The organizations are calling on the community to support new local housing laws that will fight structural racism and inequality in Kalamazoo
Further Evidence that Sustainable Investing Doesn't Sacrifice Financial Returns
It is helpful to revisit the myth that impact investing has to sacrifice financial returns.
CMF Announces New Strategic Framework
CMF’s new strategic framework was unveiled during the virtual Annual Members Meeting and Community Celebration on October 26.
CMF Names Incoming CFOO
Randy Van Antwerp has been named CMF’s incoming Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO), effective February 1.
For Every Investment, an Impact
Impact investments are made with the intention to generate positive, measurable social and environmental impact alongside financial return.
The Why of Impact Investing
Impact investing harnesses a portion of the trillions in investment assets in the U.S. for investment in services that intentionally aim to cure social issues.
Understanding Barriers to Impact Investing and Identifying Potential Solutions
It is important to barriers so that we can identify the opportunities we have to improve the impact investing ecosystem.
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