How one community plans to permanently preserve drinking water supply
The Bluebelt program is designed to permanently protect properties that are vital for safeguarding Ann Arbor’s drinking water supply.
Community groups unite to feed families amid SNAP pause
Local nonprofits expand meal programs and launch emergency funds to help families facing hunger while federal SNAP benefits are suspended.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Health care access is inseparable from academic success.
It’s hard for foster kids to get the health care they need, but this project is working to change that
A Grand Valley State University project is working to create an integrated mobile care team to serve foster kids' complex health needs.
Partner Partner Content Conference creates welcoming space where autism community connects with wide range of resources
The Autism Alliance of Michigan hosts the 2025 Navigating Autism Today (NAT) Conference in Grand Rapids on Friday, November 14.
Partner Partner Content Michigan Health Council: Collaborations urgently needed to strengthen Michigan’s health care workforce
The Michigan Health Council facilitates collaborations and shares solutions that build the state's health care workforce.
Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
Community leaders work to transform housing in rural communities
CEDAM's second Rural Real Estate Boot Camp highlights the importance of collaboration among developers, municipal leaders, and state agencies for successful housing development.
Coalition bridges the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause
In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.
Friendship between nonprofits’ officials leads to new affordable housing
A friendship between two nonprofit leaders sparks a partnership turning unused duplexes into permanently affordable homes for Grand Rapids families.
