Berkley Public Library revives video rental store nostalgia with BerkBuster
In a largely digital world, Berkley Public Library is rewinding back to the days of the neighborhood video rental store, with its latest addition, BerkBuster.
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Volunteers of America Michigan’s mission made possible by social enterprise thrift stores; support from IFF
Sometimes nonprofits need help to fulfill their mission of helping others within their communities. For Volunteers of America Michigan, when costly necessary roof repairs and upgraded lighting arose, they found a supportive partner in IFF. The community development financial institution that has provided millions of dollars of loans to five of the VOA Michigan thrift stores.
Facility dogs provide helping paws addressing mental health concerns among Metro Detroit schools
In partnership with Canines for Change and Priority Health, Priority Pups have been introduced in three Metro Detroit schools to help support mental health, teach responsibility and symbolize caring relationships.
Regional Housing Partnerships do the critical work locally to move needle on Statewide Housing Plan
Michigan’s first-ever Statewide Housing Plan was released in June 2022, almost three years ago. A little over the halfway point of the comprehensive five-year plan, stakeholders and collaborative partners look at just how critical regional housing partnerships are in their own communities — moving the needle forward across the entire state.
LittleGuide Detroit proves to be a huge resource for families with little ones
Life with kids can feel overwhelming and costly. LittleGuide Detroit provides event guides, lists with free activities, birthday party ideas, local parks, recreation, and more for families. We spoke with founder Kerry Doman on how this newsletter, website and social media presence provides to families seeking out fun in the area.
Springfield Twp. Parks and Recreation collaborates with Oakland County to preserve natural assets
“Once those ecosystems are lost, they can’t be recreated,” says Sarah Richmond of Springfield Township Parks and Recreation. The township collaborates with Oakland County Parks on projects to steward land in northern Oakland County.
Yoga with cats brings the mental health we need right now
Yoga with goats got us through a pandemic, but now there's a new fur-friendly option happening in Ferndale. Yoga classes with cats are taking off, and it's just the zen we've been looking for.
Partner Partner Content Nonprofits and neighbors provide insight, pride, propel 49507 community development
IFF, a community development financial institution based in Illinois, has invested and shown a commitment to uplifting communities by providing financial support all over the state, including Grand Rapids neighborhoods. Part of IFF’s investment in Grand Rapids has been focused on the 49507 zip code, centered in a collection of neighborhoods southeast of downtown Grand Rapids. They're working with local nonprofits including Amplify GR and LINC UP and neighborhood residents to help propel development.
Detroit Future City’s report highlights how to build a thriving, sustainable middle-class city
Detroit is trending. It’s growing. But can it sustain? The latest report from Detroit Future City provides a roadmap on how to build a sustainable future, looking to build its middle-class population up.
Blue Meets Green collaborative feeds economic prosperity
The Blue Meets Green collaborative considers all sectors while cultivating a prosperous St. Clair County.
