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Press Release

Posted September 24, 2025

Mount Clemens, Mich. (Sept. 24, 2025) – Advancing Macomb, a 501c3 that convenes resources to solve community challenges and enrich the lives of Macomb County residents, has partnered with Velocity, Macomb County’s business and innovation hub in Sterling Heights, to host a free four-part storytelling series designed to help nonprofit and business leaders strengthen their communication and community engagement. The series kicked off in August with a session led by Roop Raj of FOX 2 Detroit, who shared his expertise on crafting compelling stories. Three additional sessions are scheduled for this fall, each focused on developing practical storytelling skills to help nonprofit and business leaders communicate their messages more effectively.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Business, Nonprofits

Press Release

Posted September 2, 2025

Mount Clemens, Mich. (Sept. 2, 2025) – Advancing Macomb, a 501c3 that convenes resources to solve community challenges and enrich the lives of Macomb County residents, will host its third annual Community Engagement Summit, presented by First State Bank, on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the John Lewis Community Center at Macomb Community College in Warren, Mich. The half-day event will bring together business, civic and nonprofit leaders for a morning of networking, collaboration and learning, aimed at inspiring action and building partnerships while exploring best practices for community engagement.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Business, Communities, Nonprofits

Blog Post

Posted August 22, 2025

Formed in 2016, the FRIENDS of Harrison Township Public Library (FRIENDS) is a dedicated group of volunteers that works to support and enhance library services for the community.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Communities, Nonprofits

Blog Post

Posted July 28, 2025

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.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted July 21, 2025

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.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Nonprofits

Blog Post

Posted June 20, 2025

More than 130 guests gathered on Wednesday, June 11, for Advancing Macomb’s 9th Annual Summer Soirée, presented by DTE. Held at the picturesque Youngblood Vineyard in northern Macomb County, the evening brought together civic leaders, nonprofit professionals, business partners and community supporters to celebrate the organization’s recent accomplishments and look ahead to what’s next.

Category: Advancing Macomb

In the News

Posted June 17, 2025

Crain's Detroit Business, June 16, 2025 - Across Southeast Michigan, a powerful network of philanthropic leaders drives transformative impact through visionary innovation, relentless dedication and compassionate service. These individuals are the changemakers, representing a diverse cross-section of nonprofits and philanthropic organizations, each committed to empowering communities, advancing equity and making a difference. Advancing Macomb executive director, Phil Gilchrist, is among the notables.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Leader Profiles

In the News

Posted June 3, 2025

Macomb Daily, May 30, 2025 - The Capacity Building Grant and Nonprofit Accelerator programs are just two of the offerings Advancing Macomb created this year to solve community challenges and enrich the lives of Macomb County residents. That’s worth celebrating. But it’s only part of why Advancing Macomb will be hosting it’s ninth annual Summer Soiree featuring an evening of food, drink and entertainment from 6 to 8 p.m., June 11 at Youngblood Vineyard in Ray Township.

Category: Advancing Macomb

Blog Post

Posted June 3, 2025

For those seeking to be moved, inspired and connected through music, the Macomb Symphony Orchestra (MSO) offers a front-row seat to something truly special. For over 50 years, the MSO has made significant contributions to the cultural landscape of southeast Michigan.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Communities, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted May 5, 2025

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.”

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits