Nonprofits + Philanthropy

Dimes lead to big change for underserved youth in the Battle Creek area

A Battle Creek mother and son turn bottle deposits into life-changing sports opportunities for low-income youth.

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Neighbors lead the way in Southwest Michigan tornado recovery

The storm spawned four tornadoes across Lower Michigan, ranging from EF-0 to EF-3 intensity.

Advocates work with Kalamazoo church to shelter the unhoused from sub-freezing temperatures

As extreme cold hit Kalamazoo, St. Luke's Episcopal Church and local advocates opened an emergency warming shelter, underscoring both community compassion and gaps in services for the unhoused.

Ford’s $1.3M gift empowers three Calhoun County community foundations to fuel local projects

Ford Motor Co. is investing $1.3 million in a collaborative effort with three Calhoun County community foundations to deliver immediate impact and long-term support across the region.

It’s scholarship season at the Battle Creek Community Foundation

Battle Creek Community Foundation scholarships help local students like Nylayiaha Smith afford college and inspire them to give back to their community.

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