Philanthropy

$2.3 million in grants for third quarter awarded by Kalamazoo Community Foundation

In the third quarter of 2013, Kalamazoo Community Foundation awarded $2.3 million in grants to local nonprofit organizations.   At the same time, $340,000 in grant requests were not funded […]

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Women circle round to broaden their philanthropic potential

Philanthrophy and being female are two things that are mutually inclusive these days. Find out what groups regionally are opening their bank accounts and pocket books in this report from Jane Parikh.

Going the (short) distance to make a difference

How far would you run to help hospice? Well, the good news is you don't have to run far to help raise funds for hospice programs such as grief support for adults and children, massage therapy, and music therapy. Zinta Aistars has the story on the zany event with a serious purpose.

Learn how to preserve your wetlands and our future
Matt Lynn takes Regional Director role for United Way
Redesigning education to prepare youngsters for changes ahead

At least 500 people were at the Radisson when the Kalamazoo Community Foundation presented new ideas on ways the community might go as it becomes a place where education is the number one priority. Disruptions lie ahead.

Collective housing is about more than sharing the rent

For those who want to make decisions about the home they rent, collective housing makes sense. As Kalamazoo Housing Collective continues to change and grow it offers more such opportunities. Jane Parikh has the story. 

Historic depot donated by Arcus to Kalamazoo Community Foundation
New Program Director joins Volunteer Kalamazoo
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