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Cradle-to-Career Educational Campus Opens in Detroit
Detroit’s newest public school opens next week as part of a cradle-to-career educational campus at Marygrove College.
YouthGiving.org
Foundation Center is building YouthGiving.org, a platform to elevate stories, resources, and data about youth grantmaking.
New School Year Brings New Leadership and Changes
This week CMF members and others around the state will have an opportunity to meet the new state superintendent, Dr. Michael Rice.
Community Sharing: Communicating Your COVID-19 Efforts and Impact to Boards and Beyond
We invited Kathleen Owsley, president, Bosch Community Fund (BCF) and CMF Trustee to talk with us about the new way BCF is using infographic-style dashboards to communicate their COVID-19 response efforts, and impact, to their executive management team, board of trustees and Bosch associates. Check out our Q&A for fresh insights as you consider your own evaluation efforts and opportunities to enhance your reporting tools.
What are the key data points you report on through the dashboard, and why did you choose those areas of focus?
The Besser Foundation Supports Medical Center Project in Alpena
The Besser Foundation has committed $300,000 to the MidMichigan Health Foundation to provide support for a new patient tower project in Alpena.
The new patient care facility will be the largest project the medical center has ever completed and will include 60 private patient rooms, 8 intensive care unit beds, 8 labor and delivery rooms, 44 medical beds, 18 recovery rooms and 5 operating rooms.
Application Deadline Nears for Paycheck Protection Program Loans
The deadline to apply for the latest round of funding through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is this Saturday, August 8.
According to the Small Business Association (SBA) there’s $130 million in funding still available through the PPP.
An Inside Look at Racial and Economic Equity Data
The pandemic has further exposed deeply ingrained inequities in our communities. A first-of-its-kind data and policy tool has launched to provide further insights into challenges and opportunities when it comes to advancing racial and economic equity.
New Digital Content Series Led by CMF Member Launches This Week
A new digital content series featuring the challenges of caregivers and the opportunities we all have to build stronger relationships and communities debuts this week.
Tight Knit, a podcast and documentary series by the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation (RCWJF) officially launches tomorrow.
RCWJF works to support and uplift caregivers and care partners. Tight Knit is focused on shining a light on the incredible, selfless efforts of family caregivers and their loved ones.
Equity Considerations for the Return to School
Local school districts continue to roll out their back to school plans, sharing what the learning environment will look like for students, families and teachers in the coming weeks.
In southern Michigan, the Hillsdale County Intermediate School District (HCISD) announced a delayed start to the school year to give the district additional time to provide training and secure adequate safety equipment to support in-person learning opportunities.
Systemic Racism in Public Housing System: Flint TRHT’s Approach to Community Healing
A year after the groundbreaking of a mixed-income housing development in Flint, we are learning more about the community planning and engagement behind the project to help create a more equitable future for a Flint neighborhood and its residents.
CMF Members Support Transportation Service for Area Residents
With funding from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund and the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation (GTRCF), the Bay Area Transportation Authority (BATA) is piloting a new service to provide additional transportation options to Traverse City area residents.
Four CMF Members Supporting Small Businesses through Regional Resiliency Fund
A fund that supports small businesses in Benzie, Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties that have been affected by the pandemic continues to grow through the support of CMF members.
TRHT Kalamazoo Advocates for Housing Ordinances to Address Structural Racism
Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) Kalamazoo, hosted by the Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF), and Interfaith Strategy for Advocacy and Action in the Community (ISAAC) have been calling on community members to support new local housing laws that to address structural racism and inequality in Kalamazoo.
New Initiative Aims to Bridge Detroit’s Digital Divide
A new initiative spearheaded by CMF members, businesses and nonprofits is aimed at bridging Detroit’s digital divide before the new school year begins.
Census 2020: Time is Running Out for a Complete Count
We’re now 45 days away from the close of the Census 2020 count after the U.S. Census Bureau recently announced that it would end a month early to meet the prior data reporting deadline of December 31.
With the new September 30 deadline looming, there are efforts underway to push for an extension of census reporting deadlines to ensure a fair and accurate count.
Philanthropy’s Role in Education Equity and the Return to Learn: A Conversation with The Skillman Foundation
As students and families prepare for the uncertainty of the 2020-21 school year, philanthropy continues to play a vital role in cultivating an equitable future for Michigan’s children. A CMF member, dedicated to championing Detroit children, continues its role as a leader at the local and state level, advocating for students in both the short- and long-term.
Food Assistance Programs Prepare for Unprecedented School Year
With many unanswered questions about what the 2020-21 school year will look like, ensuring students have access to healthy and nutritious foods, regardless of their learning environment, remains a priority for state leaders.
Guide to Evaluating Collective Impact
From the Collective Impact Forum and FSB, this report provides practical guidance for planning and implementing evaluations of collective impact initiatives. Leaders of collective impact initiatives need an approach to performance measurement and evaluation that is as multi-faceted, respons
Michigan’s New PFAS Rules Now in Effect
Michigan’s new rules limiting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water are now in effect.
The state defines PFAS as “a group of potentially harmful contaminants used in thousands of applications globally including firefighting foam, food packaging and many other consumer products. These compounds also are used by industries such as tanneries, metal platers and clothing manufacturers.”
Addressing Inequities in Journalism: A Conversation with the Community Foundation of St. Clair County
The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is furthering its work in equity and inclusion through community journalism, providing a pathway for a consistent voice and diverse perspectives in its local media and from the region’s communities of color.
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