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Corporate Partner/Sponsor Spotlight: Warner Norcross + Judd
Posted April 16, 2021
One of the largest law firms in Michigan, Warner Norcross + Judd, invests annually to support community programs primarily in the firm’s five principal giving categories: arts and culture, economic development, health and human services, diversity, equity and inclusion, and legal aid. Attorneys and staff volunteer, hold leadership positions and contribute financially to organizations focused on the arts and performing arts, housing, racial equity and justice, children and youth, physical and mental health, LGBTQ+, women’s issues, food insecurity and other areas that resonate personally.
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Community Innovation Workshops Bring New Ideas
Posted April 16, 2021
Advancing Macomb is working with EmcArts on second program working in complex community change here in Macomb County. The Community Innovation Workshops (CIW) are centered on building adaptive capacity for change and innovation through the lens of the real issues of each organization and community member taking part.
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Cascade in the Shade Campaign Races Toward Deadline
Posted April 16, 2021
The Cascade in the Shade crowdfunding campaign is moving in the right direction – it has crossed the halfway point. With the support of over 70 community donors, so far, we are on our way for Shadyside Park in Mount Clemens to gain an exciting year-round play space with an interactive water feature for summer play. Over $24,000 of the $40,000 goal has been raised.
However, the campaign deadline of April 30 is fast approaching. To donate in support of this community project, please visit: patronicity.com/cascade.
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Nonprofit Spotlight: Hearts for Homes, Inc.
Posted February 24, 2021
Richard Cannon, President & CEO, Hearts for Homes, Inc. spotlights his organization, the winner of the 2020 First State Bank Banksgiving award.
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Nonprofit Leaders Learning to Respond to Complex Challenges
Posted February 24, 2021
The Adaptive Leadership Circle is helping local nonprofit leaders strengthen their skills to increase resiliency at their organizations. Advancing Macomb is partnering with EmcArts, a national service organization that works alongside individuals, organizations and communities as they tackle their most complex challenges to offer a six-month peer cohort that uses a collaborative approach to improve organizational resiliency in the face of COVID-19’s constant disruptive change.
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Second Mount Clemens Play Everywhere Challenge Grant Awarded
Posted February 24, 2021
We are proud to share that our Cascade in the Shade project was selected as a Play Everywhere Design Challenge grantee. The project will create an interactive water feature that will transform an everyday space and help infuse more equitable play opportunities in Mount Clemens.
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Advancing Macomb 2020 Annual Report
Posted January 28, 2021
Advancing Macomb’s focus on being a conduit for resources and collaboration was amplified by the challenges of 2020. From partnering with the county on the distribution of CARES Act funding and encouraging collaboration in the nonprofit sector to increasing access to youth sports in at-risk communities, Advancing Macomb played a critical role in convening high impact solutions this last year.
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Join us for the Advancing Macomb 2020 Annual Meeting.
Posted October 14, 2020
Our theme for this event is "Building a Culture of Giving" in Macomb County. In addition to sharing our mission and impact, you will have the opportunity to ask questions to our keynote speaker, Mariam Noland, President of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan.
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Save the Date for Advancing Macomb’s Annual Meeting
Posted September 11, 2020
Save the Date for Advancing Macomb’s Annual Meeting on November 18, 2020 at 9:00 am.
Our theme this year is: Building a Culture of Giving. We will be joined by Mariam Noland, President of the Community Foundation of Southeastern Michigan to discuss how we can encourage and build a philanthropic culture in Macomb County.
The event will be hosted virtually. Attendees are encouraged to submit questions to add to our discussion. More details and registration to come.
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Built to Play Features Mount Clemens Design Project
Posted September 11, 2020
Built to Play, an initiative of the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, highlighted Advancing Macomb’s work in Mount Clemens as part of the Play Everywhere Design Challenge.
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