Philanthropy

Reality check: Why do nonprofits need professional fundraisers?

When the attorney general's recent report came out with warnings about professional fundraisers many in the nonprofit community questioned its findings.

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First black woman in space asks crowd to dream of interstellar travel and save Earth in the process

Space travel is not just for rocket scientists and billionaires, says Dr. Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space.

Urban Democracy Feast offers opportunity for social justice organizations

At the Urban Democracy Feast social justice has center stage.

Kalamazoo Community Foundation invites former astronaut to Community Meeting

Dr. Mae Jemison grew up on the southside of Chicago, dreaming of becoming an astronaut. She will speak on the need for more women and minorities in science and technology.

Kalamazoo Community Foundation hires two for donor relations team

Two new staff members have joined the Donor Relations team at the Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

New trustee joins Kalamazoo Community Foundation board

Mary Harper has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Kalamazoo Community Foundation.

Regional United Way challenges communities to help reduce economic and racial disparities
Kalamazoo Community Foundation adds community investment manager
A $9 million redevelopment will help maintain low income housing

As the number of homeless increases, affordable housing is not keeping pace. Redevelopment of one housing project is designed to help.

Slowly but surely BC Vision is bringing about change

Battle Creek organizers say they are looking farther ahead in the future thanks to BC Vision.

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