Civic & Nonprofits

Coverage of people and works undertaken by local government and nonprofits that provide innovative solutions for the community.

How Michigan organizations are tackling food insecurity on the local level

Fair Food Network, Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities, and Detroit Food Policy Council increase families' healthy choices while supporting local growers and retailers.

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From Abandoned Slope to Natural Sanctuary: Sugar Loaf opens a vibrant new chapter

The former ski resort begins a new life with the unveiling of its brand-new Summit Trail and breathtaking 360-degree autumn views.

How a rural Thumb community is putting residents at the center of local planning

For the past year, volunteers in Yale have been collecting stories and ideas from residents that organizers hope will eventually shape future community priorities.

U.P. tour helps historical communities build a stronger economic future

Michigan Municipal League travels north to share resources for small business development.

Ticket to Work helps people with disabilities return to work safely

The program offers guidance and support so people with disabilities can work without losing benefits, addressing fears, complexity, and financial instability.

United in Recovery: Grassroots efforts and rapid relief aid rural Michigan’s hardest-hit regions

Amidst the wreckage, recovery has begun, spearheaded by nearly 50 Red Cross disaster specialists and a massive grassroots initiative to restore power and provide refuge.

Summit focuses on solutions to Allegan County’s housing shortage

The Allegan County Housing Summit will bring leaders together on May 8 to explore solutions, tools, and strategies to address a 6,200-unit housing shortage.

Collaboration helps unhoused residents with disabilities navigate housing crisis

Local agencies, including Disability Network Northern Michigan, collaborate to help unhoused residents with disabilities find housing in Traverse City’s tight market.

Marine City wayfinding project launches action plan for economic growth

New wayfinding signage will connect four business districts and help boost the local economy.

Neighbors lead the way in Southwest Michigan tornado recovery

The storm spawned four tornadoes across Lower Michigan, ranging from EF-0 to EF-3 intensity.

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