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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

AM News

Posted April 29, 2025

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. 

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits

Blog Post

Posted April 24, 2025

Emily Diaz-Torres founded the Macomb Immigrant Service Center (MISC) to address the critical gap in support services for Macomb County’s growing immigrant population. While serving as president of the Hispanic Coalition of Macomb, she observed that new arrivals often struggled with basic tasks, such as scheduling doctor appointments or navigating public transportation.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Communities, Nonprofits

AM News

Posted April 17, 2025

Advancing Macomb has officially launched its first-ever Nonprofit Accelerator Program and welcomes the following organizations into a unique initiative aimed at strengthening Macomb County’s nonprofit sector.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted April 7, 2025

CFSEM Stories, April 3, 2025 - Nonprofit organizations are the heart of our communities. Whether they are providing essential services, advocating for equity, or nurturing creativity, strong nonprofits are key to ensuring that all residents have access to opportunity and support. At the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, we understand that building nonprofit capacity—particularly in under-resourced areas—is essential to our region’s long-term well-being. That’s why we are proud to support a new initiative led by Advancing Macomb, a nonprofit committed to increasing access to resources and strengthening community in Macomb County.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted March 31, 2025

Crain's Detroit Business, March 24, 2025 - Advancing Macomb has launched a “boot camp” program aimed at strengthening nonprofit capacity in Macomb County. With stronger operations, nonprofits will be more likely to attract funding for programs and services, something that’s lacking in the county compared with other parts of Southeast Michigan, according to a report from the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University. “It’s about strengthening the nonprofit sector in Macomb County,” said Phil Gilchrist, executive director of Advancing Macomb.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted March 20, 2025

Hoodline Detroit, March 18, 2025 - Community involvement in Macomb County takes a hands-on approach as residents gear up to cast their votes for the 'Nonprofit of the Year' [sponsored by Advancing Macomb], knitted into the annual Macomb Business Awards .. Online voting kicks off March 24 through March 30, beckoning the public to champion one of the 20 nominated organizations making a difference in the county. In its consecutive year, the public vote meshed with judge scores to tip the scales in favor of an extraordinary nonprofit, standing out among the county's benefactors. (Sponsored by Advancing Macomb)

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted March 3, 2025

Second Wave Media, March 3, 2025 - In Macomb County, community challenges rarely have simple, one-size-fits-all solutions. That’s where Advancing Macomb steps in, bridging the gap between nonprofits, businesses and public entities to create meaningful change for the community. By recognizing the importance of collaboration, the organization has helped launch initiatives that would have been difficult—if not impossible—to achieve alone. “Collaboration is kind of the name of the game these days,” Phil Gilchrist, executive director of Advancing Macomb, says. “We've been trying to set a good example for how others can also approach collaborative efforts.”

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted February 27, 2025

WWJ-AM 950 Radio, February 25, 2025 - Advancing Macomb executive director, Phil Gilchrist, highlights the new Nonprofit Accelerator program.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits

In the News

Posted February 19, 2025

DBusiness, February 19, 2025 - dvancing Macomb, a Mount Clemens-based 501(c)(3) organization that convenes resources to solve community challenges in Macomb County, has launched the Advancing Macomb Nonprofit Accelerator, a leadership development program that supports nonprofits serving county residents. The Advancing Macomb Nonprofit Accelerator is designed to elevate small to mid-size nonprofits in Macomb County with a four-month leadership and operational development program.

Categories: Advancing Macomb, Development and Projects, Nonprofits