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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.
State Budget Implications for the Communities We Serve
We now have a better understanding of the impacts of the pandemic on the state budget following last week’s Consensus Revenue Estimating Conference. The state typically holds this conference twice a year but the unprecedented effects of COVID-19 on the state’s revenue prompted state leaders to hold a third convening last week.
New Report Provides a Global Look at the First Six Months of Giving During COVID-19
During the first half of the year, the impact of COVID-19 worldwide was swift, hard and devastating especially on the most vulnerable people. How did the world’s largest grantmakers and donors respond to this unprecedented crisis?
The new Philanthropy and COVID-19 in the First Half of 2020 report, from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) and Candid, examines philanthropic giving for COVID-19-related efforts during the first six months of the pandemic.
Learning to Give Launches Social Justice and Civic Engagement Resources
Learning to Give (LTG) has launched a set of resources focused on social justice issues and civic engagement to support students, teachers and youth philanthropy during this unprecedented school year.
Member Spotlight
The Food First Michigan podcast sponsored in part by the Food Bank Council of Michigan (FBCM) recently featured Carolyn Bloodworth, executive director of corporate giving at Consumers Energy Foundation, a CMF member. She joined Gerry Brisson, president & CEO of Gleaners Community Food Bank and Dr. Phil Knight, executive director of FBCM to discuss food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Equity at the Center
“What does equity mean to Michigan philanthropy?” Nearly a year ago, I invited us all to ask and answer this question. I deliberately did not indicate how I would answer the question, nor did I offer a definition for the word “equity.” My hope was to provide an opportunity for all to explore this question with open minds, giving hearts and enduring courage, to give you a forum and our support. We believed that your answers, your struggles, would let CMF know how we should best lead our community of philanthropy.
Equity, COVID-19 and the Social Safety Net
In the coming months, there are potential cliffs ahead in our already-frayed social safety net that could affect supports available for our most vulnerable communities’ basic needs such as food, water, housing and cash assistance. Since the pandemic began billions of federal and state relief dollars have been distributed through existing social safety net programs to support Michiganders.
An Inside Look at the Work of the Michigan Opioid Partnership
A new report from the Michigan Opioid Partnership (MOP) highlights Michigan’s opioid epidemic and the variety of statewide, cross-sector efforts that are underway to curb the crisis.
Mott Foundation Partners with National Leaders to Close STEM Gender Gap
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation has partnered with the Intel Foundation, the Gordon and Better Moore Foundation and the STEM Next Opportunity Fund to create Million Girls Moonshot, an initiative dedicated to increasing science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning opportunities for girls.
Learn Foundation Law
The legal staff at the Packard Foundation, Gates Foundation, Hewlett Foundation and Moore Foundation developed this free, first-of-its-kind resource, which covers the basic legal rules around what staff are allowed to fund and engage in at a private foundation.
MI House Passes Charitable Tax Credit Legislation
The Michigan House has passed two bills aimed at restoring charitable tax credits for contributions made to endowed funds at Michigan community foundations and for contributions to food banks and homeless shelters.
Key Environmental Issue to Appear on November Ballot
The Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF), a restricted fund that supports land conservation and outdoor recreation, is the focus of a ballot proposal on November 3.
2017 Giving Trends
While we wait to see what impact tax reform could have on charitable giving in 2018, we’re getting an inside look at how 2017 fared in charitable giving.
Expert Analysis: Mitigating Extremism Through Philanthropy & Shaping the Census 2030
As midterm elections near, join us for a funder-focused conversation on two timely and critical issues. Together we will explore findings from a national and Michigan-specific public opinion research project supported by The Joyce Foundation in partnership with the Trusted Elections Fund and the Klarman Family Foundation on the public’s view of political violence and ways that Michigan philanthropy can engage to mitigate the threats posed by political extremism. Additionally, the U.S. Census Bureau has formally invited the public to share input and ideas for an improved 2030 Census.
2022 Ballot Measures We’re Tracking
There are two measures we’re tracking that have been certified for the ballot in Michigan on November 8. The measures could impact term limits for state legislators and add several election and voting-related policies to the Michigan Constitution.
Making Boards Better: Resources from the Chronicle of Philanthropy
This collection of resources from the Chronicle of Philanthropy spans guidance on board development, strategies for overcoming common challenges, building diversity, and implementing effective practices for board members & trustees.
New Map Provides Snapshot of Poverty in MI Communities
We’re getting a comprehensive look at how pervasive poverty is within our state and communities through a new database from Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan.
The new poverty map provides a range of insights regarding those living below the poverty level to those who are working but still can’t afford the basics (they’re considered asset limited, income constrained, employed, or ALICE).
Overcoming Food Deserts: Encouraging More Grocery Stores to Locate in Downtown Areas
Our state now has new legislation in place aimed at providing access to food, incentivizing grocery stores to locate in urban areas, encouraging investments, creating new jobs and transforming property that otherwise wouldn’t be revitalized.
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