$8 million raised to protect and restore Leelanau’s Sugar Loaf
Community support paves the way for Sugar Loaf’s transformation into a public natural area.
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Return of the Sturgeon: Adopt a fish, view the documentary film, and be part of a 20-year comeback story
For a donation less than the price of a fast-food meal, you can adopt a Great Lakes Sturgeon, an ancient, threatened fish species that’s the focus of a major 20-year environmental restoration project in the Saginaw River system.
Ride on! Gift will help fund upkeep of popular Noquemanon Trail Network
Administered by the Community Foundation of Marquette, a new fund will support maintenance of the popular Noquemanon Trail Network.
Vanlandschoot & Sons partner to bring Lake Superior whitefish to a national audience
The partnership with Great Lakes Tinned Fish will make Van Landschoot & Sons the primary supplier for the company’s full line of whitefish products.
Free trees offered to help clean up water on six Southwest Michigan lakes
A pilot program offers shrubs and trees for lakeside planting in Southwest Michigan.
Wheatland Music Festival brings arts and community to Remus
In rural Mecosta County, the annual Wheatland Music Festival offers "a break from our world," showcasing a variety of music, dance, and juried arts and crafts. The beloved festival also gives back to the community, which has been part of its mission since its humble beginnings 50-plus years ago.
Northern Michigan entrepreneur utilizes modular building tech in bid to revive fast-food chain
"Today, we are one step closer to bringing the nostalgic Hot ‘n Now brand back with new refreshed elements," says Monica King, CEO of GLI. "It's very exciting to witness the assembly process and watch that iconic logo and red roof top it all off!"
Traverse City area women use estate planning to set up endowment fund for animal welfare
Two Traverse City area woman worked with the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation to set up their estates to fund a permanent animal welfare endowment. Beginning in September, animal rescue organizations can apply for funds to cover services like spaying and neutering, emergency and life-saving veterinarian surgeries, trap-neuter-release programs, foster program assistance, and education.
New early learning center to show ‘what’s possible’ in childcare from this Petoskey campus
"We believe this center can serve as a demonstration site for what’s possible when a community chooses to invest in its children and its caregivers," says Jennifer Wixson, NCMC’s Early Childhood Education program coordinator.
Meeting rural Michiganders’ mental health care needs
Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies like Sanilac County Community Mental Health innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.
Return of the Sturgeon: Adopt a fish, view the documentary film, and be part of a 20-year comeback story
For a donation less than the price of a fast-food meal, you can adopt a Great Lakes Sturgeon, an ancient, threatened fish species that’s the focus of a major 20-year environmental restoration project in the Saginaw River system.
Ride on! Gift will help fund upkeep of popular Noquemanon Trail Network
Administered by the Community Foundation of Marquette, a new fund will support maintenance of the popular Noquemanon Trail Network.
Vanlandschoot & Sons partner to bring Lake Superior whitefish to a national audience
The partnership with Great Lakes Tinned Fish will make Van Landschoot & Sons the primary supplier for the company’s full line of whitefish products.
Free trees offered to help clean up water on six Southwest Michigan lakes
A pilot program offers shrubs and trees for lakeside planting in Southwest Michigan.
Wheatland Music Festival brings arts and community to Remus
In rural Mecosta County, the annual Wheatland Music Festival offers "a break from our world," showcasing a variety of music, dance, and juried arts and crafts. The beloved festival also gives back to the community, which has been part of its mission since its humble beginnings 50-plus years ago.
Northern Michigan entrepreneur utilizes modular building tech in bid to revive fast-food chain
"Today, we are one step closer to bringing the nostalgic Hot ‘n Now brand back with new refreshed elements," says Monica King, CEO of GLI. "It's very exciting to witness the assembly process and watch that iconic logo and red roof top it all off!"
Traverse City area women use estate planning to set up endowment fund for animal welfare
Two Traverse City area woman worked with the Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation to set up their estates to fund a permanent animal welfare endowment. Beginning in September, animal rescue organizations can apply for funds to cover services like spaying and neutering, emergency and life-saving veterinarian surgeries, trap-neuter-release programs, foster program assistance, and education.
New early learning center to show ‘what’s possible’ in childcare from this Petoskey campus
"We believe this center can serve as a demonstration site for what’s possible when a community chooses to invest in its children and its caregivers," says Jennifer Wixson, NCMC’s Early Childhood Education program coordinator.
Meeting rural Michiganders’ mental health care needs
Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies like Sanilac County Community Mental Health innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.
