For more than a decade, David Brooks, president of Friends of the Fort Gratiot Light has helped preserve one of St. Clair County’s most iconic landmarks through volunteer work, fundraising, and hands-on restoration.
Port Huron Yoga, the Yale Bakery, and Dot’s Candy Store are three women-owned businesses whose work strengthens community connection, resilience, and local economic growth during the holiday season.
The Radatz family is preserving the orchard’s beloved traditions while introducing new attractions, events, and community partnerships that ensure it remains a cherished gathering place for generations to come.
The Urban Pioneer Program in Port Huron is helping first-time, low- to moderate-income homebuyers become homeowners through $10,000 in down payment assistance and housing education.
Valerie Orr brings an educator’s perspective and collaborative spirit to her role as executive director of the Community Foundation of Monroe County.
Michigan nonprofits are facing uncertainty as federal funding streams fluctuate and administrative support wanes. The Michigan Nonprofit Association is helping organizations navigate this instability through advocacy, collaboration, and strategic planning.
Michigan Justice Fund is pioneering a collaborative funding model to support justice reform initiatives across the state. By bringing together local and national funders, the fund invests in community-led solutions that address the long-term impact of mass incarceration.
“I would go to support groups, but no one looked like me,” says Camille Proctor. She eventually founded the Color of Autism Foundation to end the stigma of autism among communities of color and create a better understanding of autism and autism services for families.
Artificial Intelligence offers enormous opportunities across industries, but universities in Michigan are aware of the need to implement the technology responsibly and are leading the charge on how to do so.
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