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Macomb County Invites Public to Vote for ‘Nonprofit of the Year’ Amidst Celebratory Business Awards
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)
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Advancing Macomb connects local changemakers with solutions for lasting impact
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.”
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Advancing Macomb Segment on WWJ-AM 950
Posted February 27, 2025
WWJ-AM 950 Radio, February 25, 2025 - Advancing Macomb executive director, Phil Gilchrist, highlights the new Nonprofit Accelerator program.
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Advancing Macomb Launches Nonprofit Leadership Accelerator Program
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.
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Advancing Macomb’s Nonprofit Accelerator Program launched to help smaller nonprofits
Posted February 4, 2025
Macomb Daily, February 4, 2025 - Phil Gilchrist already had experience in operating a nonprofit organization when he took on the role of executive director for Advancing Macomb but that’s not always the case for many smaller charities that grow out of an idea or mission. That’s where the Advancing Macomb Nonprofit Accelerator Program comes in. “This is a brand new program,” Gilchrist said of a new leadership and operational development program being offered to small to midsize nonprofits who have goals that need to be met but are not sure how to achieve them.
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Blog Post
Nonprofit Spotlight: Szajna-Carr For The Paws
Posted February 3, 2025
K-9 officers work tirelessly in communities throughout Macomb County and the region to ensure public safety, often at great personal expense. Recognizing this need, a Macomb County-based nonprofit called Szajna-Carr For The Paws has stepped in to provide essential support. Founded by Evette Szajna and her husband, Mark Carr, this all-volunteer organization is making a difference for K-9 teams throughout Macomb County and beyond.
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Students participate in Student Government Day with Macomb commissioners
Posted January 27, 2025
Macomb Daily - January 27,2025 Ten Macomb County high school students participated in Student Government Government Day with the county Board of Commissioners on Thursday, culminating with the essay winner from among 46 students being announced at the afternoon board meeting....Students were invited to attend the 3 p.m. regular board meeting, where Megan Morell from Lake Shore High School in St. Clair Shores was awarded a $1,000 scholarship from Advancing Macomb, nonprofit organization that convenes resources to solve community challenges and enrich residents’ lives.
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Macomb County nonprofits have chance to join debut ‘nonprofit accelerator’ program
Posted January 23, 2025
Metromode, January 23, 2025 - What’s happening: The application window has opened for Macomb County nonprofits to join the inaugural cohort of the Advancing Macomb Nonprofit Accelerator. Up to 10 nonprofits either serving or based in Macomb County will be accepted into the program, which includes a four-month leadership and operational development program.
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Elevating Macomb County Nonprofits – Join the Advancing Macomb Nonprofit Accelerator Program
Posted January 15, 2025
Are you ready to take your nonprofit to the next level? Advancing Macomb announces the launch of the Advancing Macomb Nonprofit Accelerator. This innovative leadership development program is tailored to support and empower nonprofits serving Macomb County. 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.
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Nonprofit Spotlight: CARE of Southeastern Michigan
Posted December 9, 2024
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