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Advancing Macomb Launches New Grant Program to Boost Small Nonprofits in Macomb County
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.
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Advancing Macomb Announces Organizations Selected For Nonprofit Accelerator Program
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.
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Meghan Rutigliano Joins Advancing Macomb as Program Manager
Posted November 12, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Meghan Rutigliano has joined Advancing Macomb as our new program manager. In this role, Meghan will oversee the launch and management of our Nonprofit Incubator Program, designed to provide critical resources and strategic support to nonprofit organizations and leaders throughout Macomb County.
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Advancing Macomb Inspires Leaders at Second Annual Community Engagement Summit
Posted October 4, 2024
Advancing Macomb hosted its second annual Community Engagement Summit on September 27, 2024 at the Welsh Activity Center at Lake St. Clair Metropark. The event brought together business, community and civic leaders from across Macomb County and metro Detroit for an afternoon of networking, collaboration and learning centered on best practices for community engagement.
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Video – Phil Gilchrist Talks about the Nonprofit Incubator Program
Posted July 23, 2024
Video - Executive Director, Phil Gilchrist, talks about plans for the upcoming Nonprofit Incubator program. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation.
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Eighth Annual Summer Soirée Celebrates Advancing Macomb’s Renewed Vision
Posted June 28, 2024
On a warm summer evening in northern Macomb County, nearly 150 business, civic and nonprofit leaders from throughout the county gathered to network and celebrate Advancing Macomb's recent accomplishments and its renewed vision and commitment to the future. Attendees were also introduced to the new executive director, Phil Gilchrist. The Summer Soirée, an annual tradition for Advancing Macomb, was held for the first time at Youngblood Vineyard in Ray, Mich.
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Show Me the Money Day Highlights Financial and Community Resources
Posted March 13, 2024
Advancing Macomb and the Eastpointe Memorial Library partnered to hold a Show Me the Money Day (SMTMD) event on Saturday, March 9, 2024. This free event was designed to provide community members with access to essential financial products, resources and workshops in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere.
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Advancing Macomb Names Phil Gilchrist as Executive Director
Posted December 12, 2023
Accomplished Nonprofit Executive to Lead Advancing Macomb’s Next Chapter. Advancing Macomb has named long-serving nonprofit executive Phil Gilchrist as its new executive director. In his new role, Gilchrist will lead all aspects of Advancing Macomb, including program oversight, financial administration, strategic planning and execution, marketing and public relations.
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Local Leaders Gather for Advancing Macomb’s 7th Annual Summer Soirée
Posted September 13, 2023
Over cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, business, civic and nonprofit leaders gathered to network and celebrate Advancing Macomb's recent accomplishments at the 7th annual Summer Soirée. The event was hosted by board member Jodi Switalski and took place at the Switalski Law offices in downtown Mount Clemens.
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Cascade in the Shade Grand Opening
Posted August 30, 2022
The August 19, 2022 grand opening of Cascade in the Shade, an artistic community play fountain at Shadyside Park in Mount Clemens, saw sunny skies and eager children.
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