Upper Peninsula

Community Development Financial Institutions help rural Northern communities fund affordable housing, education, support small business growth

Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.

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

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

From Forest to Pharmacy: Researchers explore maple sap as a lifeline for cancer survivors

Researchers in the U.P., Michigan and beyond are looking into potential health applications for maple sap.

Nearly $300K in Seed Awards bolster Michigan’s local food and farming

Nearly $300,000 in Seed Awards from the Michigan Good Food Fund will support 18 food and farm businesses across Michigan, helping small, locally rooted operations grow and improve food access.

“When I grow up.” Inspiring kids to dream big about careers in health care

These collaborations show how growing interest in health care careers can begin early.

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