Valerie Orr Brings educator’s eye and collaborative vision to Community Foundation of Monroe County
Valerie Orr brings an educator’s perspective and collaborative spirit to her role as executive director of the Community Foundation of Monroe County.
Michigan
“A lifeline for families,” PreK for All expands access and raises expectations
Enrollment in PreK for All is now open for all families, no matter their income. The program operates across a mixed delivery system, including local school districts, public charter schools, private child care providers, Head Start programs, and community-based organizations.
Veterans in St. Clair County can rely on community mental health
St. Clair County Community Mental Health (St. Clair County CMH) continues to meet veterans’ mental health care needs. A certified community behavioral health clinic (CCBHC), St. Clair County CMH offers veterans a wide range of services regardless of their ability to pay or residency.
Partner Partner Content On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight
To help autistic people and their families manage these challenges, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Delta Airlines, and the Detroit Metropolitan Airport partner to host On Board for Autism events that prepare them to successfully take a flight.
New high school dental program quickly fills workforce gaps
Walker Career Center trains teens for dental careers, tackling workforce shortages and helping underserved students access well-paying, high-demand health care jobs.
Ann Arbor nonprofit and Sault Tribe of Chippewa partner to redistribute unused cancer drugs for free
Last year the nonprofit YesRx received a grant to work with the tribe over a two-year period, expanding access to expensive drugs that would otherwise go to waste.
Dental aid helps cancer patients regain health and dignity
HNC Living Foundation provides dental care, nutrition, and support to head and neck cancer patients facing financial and treatment challenges.
Partner Partner Content Blueprint for school funding would ensure equitable resources in special education
The MI Special Education Finance Reform Blueprint would ensure that Michigan adequately and equitably funds public special education in Michigan.
No-cost pre-K for all Michigan 4-year-olds enrolling for 2025-26 school year
QA with Jeffrey Capizzano, Policy Equity Group, on the implementation of Pre-K for All no-cost preschool for Michigan 4-year-olds.
Library social worker connects patrons with resources and a listening ear
Ypsilanti District Library’s social worker bridges the gap between patrons and local resources they need — everything from housing support to simply listening without judgment.
