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Feature Story Newcomer Mohammed arriving at the airport to a welcome from Ruth, a member of the Cassopolis, Mich., private sponsor group that worked with Zaman during the 90-day resettlement period

Welcome to Michigan: It takes a community to integrate refugees to U.S. cultureNonprofit Journal Project

Welcoming refugees to Michigan is part and parcel Zaman International's work with Welcome Corps

Development News "Clean, healthy air is vital for our community, especially as our library continues to be a hub for residents of all ages," says Tammy Turgeon, Director of the Sterling Heights Public Library.

The air feels lighter at the Sterling Heights Public Library thanks to this statewide program

"Clean, healthy air is vital for our community, especially as our library continues to be a hub for residents of all ages," says Tammy Turgeon, Director of the Sterling Heights Public Library.

Development News “This is very exciting for the City of New Baltimore as this building holds a significant piece of history in our community,” says New Baltimore Mayor Thomas Semaan.

Historic Baker Building to be restored, revived as mixed-use development in downtown New Baltimore

“This is very exciting for the City of New Baltimore as this building holds a significant piece of history in our community,” says New Baltimore Mayor Thomas Semaan.

Feature Story A BULK Space workshop, titled Memories of a Place, lead by Adrienne Hayden

Breaking down barriers for local artistsNonprofit Journal Project

BULK Space, in Detroit’s North End, offers classes, tools, technology and a physical work space for under-resourced artists.  

Feature Story Boater City

Macomb provides prize incentives to shop local this holiday season

Businesses that are entered into the contest by shoppers will have the chance to win one of 10 grants worth $1,000 and shoppers will also be entered into a drawing to win one of 10 $150 gift cards.

Longform Pontiac resident Devon Hollins at HOPE Shelters' adult homeless shelter in Pontiac. Hollins stayed at the shelter while he was experiencing homelessness and he now works there.

Oakland County is in "denial" about homelessness. What can be done?

Despite Oakland County's reputation for prosperity, homelessness is far more common in the county than many residents might expect.

Longform A gathering for Michigan State University's Generations Connect program, which matches MSU undergraduate students with elders in the community, at the East Lansing Public Library.

Michigan universities join global "age-friendly" movement, making campuses more welcoming to elders

As Michigan prepares for rapid growth in its population of older adults, three Michigan universities have joined a global movement to make higher education institutions more "age-friendly."

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Detroit Future City’s report highlights how to build a thriving, sustainable middle-class city

Detroit is trending. It’s growing. But can it sustain? The latest report from Detroit Future City provides a roadmap on how to build a sustainable future, looking to build its middle-class population up. 

Feature Story The Sterling Heights Community Center is located at 40250 Dodge Park Rd.

Local makers are ready to share the spotlight while hoping to inspire others at inaugural art fair

"Events like this show the community who is local and what services they provide while also providing a sense of security because the community can meet the businesses in person," says Julie Nicholls of Nicholls Knits.

Development News "These Alebrijes are made from different car parts tying up our relationship with Detroit and our long-time contributions as a Latino community to the Motor City,” says artist Elton Monroy Durán.

New sculptures unveiled in Mexicantown draw inspiration from Mexican folk art and Aztec folklore

"These Alebrijes are made from different car parts tying up our relationship with Detroit and our long-time contributions as a Latino community to the Motor City,” says artist Elton Monroy Durán.

Development News The award-winning Jason Hargrove Transit Center was first built in 1924 as the Dairy Cattle Building.

From Corktown to 8 Mile: Two major Detroit redevelopment projects receive design awards

“The awards are a wonderful recognition of our hard work and what we see every day at the park; people that are engaged and enjoying the beautiful gardens and settings of this unique, historic park and neighborhood asset,” says Jeff Klein, Deputy Chief of Landscape Architecture City of Detroit General Services Dept.

Development News “Research has shown us that social isolation and housing instability can have significant, adverse impacts on the health outcomes of older adults,” says Stephany De Scisciolo, Vice President of Impact, Evaluation, and Population Health at Enterprise.

Michigan nonprofits win grants for innovations in helping older adults age well and at home

“Research has shown us that social isolation and housing instability can have significant, adverse impacts on the health outcomes of older adults,” says Stephany De Scisciolo, Vice President of Impact, Evaluation, and Population Health at Enterprise.

Development News Behind the scenes at RAVE Computer in 2022.

This Sterling Heights computer hardware company has big plans for next trade show

“We’ve never brought so many systems to a tradeshow before," says Tony Miller, Senior Strategic Account Manager at RAVE Computer.

Longform The students currently taking U-M School of Public Health course, Chatgpt/AI and Public Health.

Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies

When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.  

Partner Content Elisabeth Berry and James D'Arcy

Legacy Society will sustain Autism Alliance of Michigan’s work for decades to come

AAoM is establishing its Legacy Society to recognize donors today for gifts that will provide dollars in perpetuity.

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From medicine to manufacturing: Macomb aims to fuel talent pipeline

Macomb County is making sure students feel connected in their fields of interest in a program designed to fuel the talent pipeline. 

Partner Content OakPark Mural

New Oak Park mural marks change in city placemaking

Oak Park's new mural by Desiree Kelly is turning heads. The unveiling this month reveals just how much attitudes have changed towards the vibrant art medium. 

Feature Story “Reading Girl” by Lesendes Mädchen in Sterling Heights.

From robots to the roadway: How innovation abounds in the Sterling Heights educational ecosystem

Community leaders continue to find innovative ways to respond to the needs of Sterling Heights and its students.

Development News “These 10 Fellows represent a bright future as we work together to support startups, tackle mobility challenges, and provide transportation solutions for Michiganders across the state,” says Justine Johnson, Michigan's Chief Mobility Officer.

Driving innovation: Corktown tech hub welcomes inaugural cohort of state's Mobility Fellows Program

“These 10 Fellows represent a bright future as we work together to support startups, tackle mobility challenges, and provide transportation solutions for Michiganders across the state,” says Justine Johnson, Chief Mobility Officer for the State of Michigan.

Longform Mary Marsh, Juliana Fulton, and Kenyetta Campbell at Greenview-Wadsworth Park in Detroit. Recent improvements at the park were informed by the city of Detroit's equity metric for parks.

Metro Detroit parks' equity practices bring park improvements, more culturally competent programs

Parks systems are making internal changes to bake equity into how they operate as organizations.

 
Nonprofit leaders across southeast Michigan are contributing their thoughts via journal entries on how COVID-19 is affecting their organization. 
This series is made possible with the generous support of our partners, the Michigan Nonprofit Association and Co.ACT. Click here to read the journal entries.