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.
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.
Through partnerships between the public and private sectors, we activate community-based projects to improve the quality of life for residents in Macomb County.
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.
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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Macomb Daily, May 4, 2025 - Small and growing nonprofit organizations in Macomb County are encouraged to apply for Advancing Macomb’s Capacity Building Grant Program, a new initiative that aims to help charities fulfill their mission. “Smaller nonprofits often face barriers to securing funding for behind-the-scenes improvements that are essential to long-term success,” said Phil Gilchrist, executive director of Advancing Macomb, which convenes resources to solve community challenges and enrich the lives of Macomb county residents. “This program aims to fill that gap by investing in the internal strength of organizations doing critical work in our community.”
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Advancing Macomb is thrilled to announce the launch of our new Capacity Building Grant Program, made possible by a generous partnership with Huntington. Starting May 1, 2025, small and growing nonprofits in Macomb County can apply for grants of up to $5,000. These grants are designed to help organizations serving low- and moderate-income areas or serving low- and moderate-income individuals in Macomb County.
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