Welcome to Michigan: It takes a community to integrate refugees to U.S. culture
Welcoming refugees to Michigan is part and parcel Zaman International's work with Welcome Corps
Stormy Kromer uses U.P.-grown wool to create new cap
Two of the U.P.'s family-owned heritage brands have come together to create a limited-edition cap, crafted from wool produced in the Upper Peninsula.
$217K in grants fund programs across Holland and Zeeland
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area has awarded $217,000 in grants to nonprofits addressing housing, basic needs, and youth services.
Dowagiac: Cooking up a new vision
Dowagiac, a small city in Cass County, is on the rebound. The city has been proactive working with businesses and developers and is home to a host of new projects, everything from new housing to park improvements to downtown renovations.
Developers win grant to activate vacant space into workforce housing in downtown Petoskey
“This is great news that will help spur growth in Northern Michigan. Housing has been a major issue in our region and across the state,” says Sen. John Damoose.
Michigan projects receive $17.7M in grants in record-setting year for affordable housing program
“The applications we received this year were impressive in both number and quality, which speaks to the need for continued investment across the state,” says MaryBeth Wott, SVP Community Investment and Strategic Planning Officer.
Marquette tech startup wins historic AI grant
“Michigan’s rural communities have told us time and again they struggle with awareness of federal funding sources available to them, and with the capacity to apply for funding when they become aware of it,” said Valarie Handy, USDA Rural Development Acting State Director for Michigan.
Rural mental health providers overcome stigma, rugged individualism, and distance to provide care
Here's how three Michigan community mental health agencies serving rural populations have found ways to meet their unique needs by developing innovative programs and effective outreach.
Five promising Michigan startups get backing from the Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund
The Michigan Outdoor Innovation Fund's second round of investments support five innovative startups looking to change the way we enjoy the outdoors and more.
Partner Partner Content Nonprofits and neighbors provide insight, pride, propel 49507 community development
IFF, a community development financial institution based in Illinois, has invested and shown a commitment to uplifting communities by providing financial support all over the state, including Grand Rapids neighborhoods. Part of IFF’s investment in Grand Rapids has been focused on the 49507 zip code, centered in a collection of neighborhoods southeast of downtown Grand Rapids. They're working with local nonprofits including Amplify GR and LINC UP and neighborhood residents to help propel development.
