Philanthropy

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.

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Empowerment, sustainability, legacy: Issues that keep young leaders motivated

Three young nonprofit leaders whose work with young people and families is helping shape a better Southwest Michigan.

Martha Gonzalez-Cortes
Four new staff members join Kalamazoo Community Foundation team

Kalamazoo Community Foundation has recently announced the hiring of four new staff members.  

Kalamazoo Farmers Market shoppers can help fight hunger

How your visit to the Farmers Market can help a hungry family at Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes.

Matt Lynn
United Way gives a first look at what’s changing across the region

With new focus and data, United Way tells business leaders of changes and challenges on the horizon.

The Learning Network decides to bring its work to an end

After six years promoting education in and around Kalamazoo, The Learning Network is winding down.

Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation: Kalamazoo gets funding to challenge racism

W.K. Kellogg Foundation funding intended to help the community find ways to eliminate racism. 

Crayons4Kids: Children’s charity for children in the hospital is all grown up

Sometimes a small surprise gift can ease the anxiety of a child in the hospital. The now grown children who started Crayons4Kids when they were kids themselves have seen it happen.

Kalamazoo Humane Society kicks off fundraiser for new facility to provide critical care for animals

The Kalamazoo Humane Society is seeking $1.75 million for the construction of a new facility to help animals.

Kay WalkingStick rewrites the narrative of Native peoples through her artwork

The community is invited to welcome Kay WalkingStick when her artwork comes to the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.

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