Advancing Macomb’s mission is to strengthen Macomb County, Michigan, by connecting community challenges with high-impact solutions. We achieve this by cementing partnerships between the nonprofit, public and private sectors, identifying and attracting resources to fund major projects and programs, and bringing increased visibility to Macomb County.

Nonprofit Sector Support

We work alongside Macomb County nonprofit organizations to provide them with knowledge and skill-building opportunities, platforms to connect with each other and support to be more impactful in their communities.

Community Development

Through partnerships between the public and private sectors, we activate community-based projects to improve the quality of life for residents in Macomb County.

Collaborative Partnerships

In all of our work, we partner with local businesses, nonprofits, government entities and community groups in order to pool resources, share expertise and address common challenges to achieve greater impact.

Signature Events

Our annual Community Engagement Summit and Summer Soirée allow stakeholders to engage more fully with Advancing Macomb's leadership and with the leadership of nonprofit organizations and Macomb County communities.

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Advancing Macomb Awards $45,000 to Strengthen Local Nonprofits

Advancing Macomb is proud to support Macomb County communities by helping to strengthen local non-profit organizations. Through its new Capacity Building Grant Program, Advancing Macomb has awarded $45,000 to 13 small and growing nonprofits making a meaningful difference. Launched this spring in partnership with Huntington Bank, the program supports nonprofits serving low- to moderate-income communities in Macomb County by providing one-time grants of up to $5,000. These funds help organizations improve operations, strengthen leadership and expand their reach – ensuring long-term sustainability and greater impact.

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Advancing Macomb awards $45,000 in Capacity Building grants to nonprofits

Macomb Daily, July 13, 2025 - One of the ways Advancing Macomb fulfills its mission to solve community challenges and enrich the lives of Macomb County residents is through its Capacity Building Grant Program supported by Huntington National Bank. This past week the program awarded $45,000 in grants to more than a dozen nonprofits. “We’re proud to support this group of dedicated nonprofits that are making a meaningful impact in Macomb County,” said Phil Gilchrist, executive director of Advancing Macomb, in a news release.

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