From 3D-printed homes to “pocket neighborhood”: New approaches to affordable housing in Metro Detroit
Across the Metro Detroit area, innovators are finding new ways to develop the affordable housing that the community desperately needs.
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How one school system bridges the care gap with innovative Health Hubs
Detroit’s Health Hubs embed medical, behavioral, and dental care inside schools, ensuring students receive essential services and thrive in class.
New system makes it easier for low-income Oakland County residents to find housing
The Pontiac-based Alliance for Housing has implemented new technology to better connect homeless services organizations, landlords, and people exiting homelessness.
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.
Local networks, real results: Success stories from Michigan’s CMHs
Michigan's community mental health agencies serve as lifelines and innovators.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
Homelessness after 50: Oakland County’s older adults face unique challenges while unhoused
Homelessness brings extra challenges for the many middle-aged and older adults who experience it in Oakland County.
Downtown Mt. Clemens businesses hopeful for revitalization project, despite pain of construction
A multi-million dollar revitalization project will improve walkability and accessibility in downtown Mount Clemens, as well as update aging infrastructure.
SDOH Hubs improve mental and physical health while reducing disparities
The goal is to improve health outcomes, achieve health equity, and remove barriers to opportunity.
New platform to share ‘Common Ground’ from community ideas and solutions
Issue Media Group, a multilocal network of solutions-based, issues-focused digital publications, has launched a new national platform for increasing the reach and impact of its journalism.
How one school system bridges the care gap with innovative Health Hubs
Detroit’s Health Hubs embed medical, behavioral, and dental care inside schools, ensuring students receive essential services and thrive in class.
New system makes it easier for low-income Oakland County residents to find housing
The Pontiac-based Alliance for Housing has implemented new technology to better connect homeless services organizations, landlords, and people exiting homelessness.
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.
Local networks, real results: Success stories from Michigan’s CMHs
Michigan's community mental health agencies serve as lifelines and innovators.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
Homelessness after 50: Oakland County’s older adults face unique challenges while unhoused
Homelessness brings extra challenges for the many middle-aged and older adults who experience it in Oakland County.
Downtown Mt. Clemens businesses hopeful for revitalization project, despite pain of construction
A multi-million dollar revitalization project will improve walkability and accessibility in downtown Mount Clemens, as well as update aging infrastructure.
SDOH Hubs improve mental and physical health while reducing disparities
The goal is to improve health outcomes, achieve health equity, and remove barriers to opportunity.
New platform to share ‘Common Ground’ from community ideas and solutions
Issue Media Group, a multilocal network of solutions-based, issues-focused digital publications, has launched a new national platform for increasing the reach and impact of its journalism.
