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Learning Together: The Peer Action Learning Network for Diversity and Inclusion - Stories of Change
This fourth and latest report from the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) shares the learning journey and organizational change efforts underway in eight CMF community, family, and independent foundations that participate in the Peer Action Learning Network (PALN) and provides important lesson
A Change Management & Deep Equity Primer: The What, Why, How & Nuance
Change is a force that is simultaneously generative, stimulating creativity and innovation, and disruptive, destabilizing or re-ordering existing conditions.
Legislation Under Consideration Aimed to Increase Donor Base and Charitable Giving
A proven effective tool to incentivize giving is once again being considered by the Michigan Legislature. If reinstated, the Michigan Charitable Tax Credit would provide pathways to giving for families of all income levels in the state. Plus, many CMF members were on Capitol Hill as new federal legislation was unveiled to support charitable giving.
LGBT Policy Spotlight: State and Federal Religious Exemptions and the LGBT Community
This publication will examine the common elements of the state and federal religious exemption laws, review the national landscape of religious exemption legislation and litigation, demonstrate how religious exemption laws have had serious unintended consequences, and examine the impact of broad
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.
The Skillman Foundation Announces Inaugural Vice President of Learning & Impact and Vice President of Communications
The Skillman Foundation has elevated the roles of learning and communications, acknowledging the importance and impact of these functions in advancing systems and social change strategies. The foundation promoted Natalie Fotias, previously director of communications, to Vice President of Communications. The foundation also welcomed Laila Bell, who will serve as its Inaugural Vice President of Learning & Impact. CMF is excited to welcome Laila to our community of philanthropy!
Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation Welcomes New CEO
The Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation has named Alysha Pasquali as its new Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer. We look forward to welcoming Alysha to our Michigan community of philanthropy!
COVID-19 Racial Disparities Taskforce’s Final Report Outlines Statewide Success, Progress and Recommendations
The first-of-its-kind Michigan Coronavirus Racial Disparities Taskforce has released its final report, outlining significant statewide progress as a result of its work and recommendations for collaborative policy, programming and systemic change to protect communities of color from the spread of COVID-19 and create lasting structural change.
Michigan Community Foundations' Youth Project (MCFYP) 20th Anniversary Report
It has been 20 years since the launch of the Michigan Community Foundations’ Youth Project (MCFYP), a groundbreaking effort to spread youth philanthropy throughout Michigan’s community foundations and all 83 counties.
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Supporting Ukraine
It has been over a year since Russian forces invaded Ukraine, creating humanitarian and economic crises that have impacted millions.
Research from CMF Member Reveals New Self-Employment Data in the U.S.
A new study from CMF member the W.E. Upjohn Institute for Employment Research reveals millions more Americans may be self-employed than previously estimated.
Kalamazoo Community Foundation Welcomes New President & CEO
Kalamazoo Community Foundation Welcomes New President & CEO
A Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Bay County
The Bay Area Community Foundation has committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion within Bay County both internally and externally with its nonprofit partners.
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
Grantmaking With Purpose - Sample Grant Materials
This resource is intended to provide sample documents for the initial stages of the grantmaking process.
CMF Members Partner with the State to Launch $10 Million Microbusiness Loan Program
Several CMF members have partnered with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to launch a new $10 million microbusiness loan program for women and entrepreneurs of color in Michigan.
Managing Incoming Federal Dollars to Support Entrepreneurship and Youth Career Development in Pontiac
The Pontiac Funders Collaborative, hosted by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, is one of five CMF members engaging in CMF’s Statewide Equity Fund (SEF) Strategic Support Pilot. Supported by the SEF, the Pontiac Funders Collaborative is supporting Pontiac organizations' collaboration and bolstering their capacity to influence, manage and deploy American Rescue Plan Act funding toward equitable outcomes that support entrepreneurship and youth in Pontiac.
Nonprofit Challenges: What Foundations Can Do
Nonprofit organizations face a long list of challenges that start with fundraising and can include everything from meeting increasing demands for services to utilizing technology most effectively. Who do they turn to for assistance as they grapple with these issues?
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