Community Development

Coverage of community groups bringing about changes, innovations, and solutions in their community.

VIDEO: Pennies from Heaven breaks down employment barriers

How are rural foundations across the state approaching economic development? We’re sharing success stories right here in Michigan, with a look at how can the philanthropic sector break down barriers that make it challenging for employees to be successful in the workforce? Find out what Pennies from Heaven Foundation did to help.

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VIDEO: Sturgis Area Community Foundation invests in rural neighborhood revitalization

How are rural foundations across the state approaching economic development? We’re sharing success stories right here in Michigan, starting with a look at the Sturgis Foundation's efforts to revitalize neighborhoods.

WMU opens free virtual reality space for students, faculty

Students and faculty can explore where virtual reality can take them in a new lab at Waldo Library.

Together, Building Blocks and neighborhood residents bring about change

Building Blocks lets residents set the agenda when it comes to neighborhood improvements. But the work is about more than cosmetics.

Ubuntu: When creating opportunity means giving back

Mattawan-based nonprofit Ubuntu Goods sells Fair Trade products that benefit women in third world countries and lots of nonprofits locally and across the U.S.

Momentum employment program picks up momentum of its own with new tech center

How does Momentum get so many people into jobs and keep them there?

City of Kalamazoo is seeking applicants for Foundation for Excellence Board

Board member applications now being accepted by the City of Kalamazoo.

Facing a changing future, Midland reimagines its identity

In the wake of an historic merger between Dow and DuPont, Midland’s civic leaders are finding new ways to strengthen the city’s image for young talent.

Economic development and affordable housing goals emerge from master plan process

The hard work of turning ideas into solutions for city challenges is in the planning stages.

Sprout BC expands into retail end of the fresh food business

This spring, Sprout BC entered into a partnership with the City of Springfield to use the space that had been a farmers market. Here's how it fits into the plan.

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