Community Development

Blueprint for school funding would ensure equitable resources in special education

The MI Special Education Finance Reform Blueprint would ensure that Michigan adequately and equitably funds public special education in Michigan. 

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Leslie Cieplechowicz, The Keel's new Community Correspondent.
New Community Correspondent with The Keel to cover rural life, diversity stories

Grant money provided by the Community Foundation of St. Clair has provided Leslie Cieplechowicz with the new role of Community Correspondent. This role will provide opportunities for minority-owned businesses and rural residents to be highlighted, focusing on recognizing diversity within the Blue Water Area.

War Water Brewery is expanding its brand in St. Clair with the opening of a large event space

War Water Brewery in St. Clair recently opened an approximately 10,000-square-foot event space, offering one of the largest event rentals in the Blue Water Area. The addition to the growing restaurant might boost foot traffic for other St. Clair businesses and offer another option for organizations that benefit from hosting big events.

McLaren physicians are enjoying the waterfront community for its small town charm.
McLaren Physicians choose to live in and serve the Port Huron community

Three local McLaren Port Huron physicians share why they love to live, work, and serve the Blue Water area. Whether it’s being near family, the natural resources and waterfront trails and amenities, or the delicious restaurants, Port Huron provides a close-knit community where these young professionals feel at home amidst stressful careers.

Blue Water YMCA hosts VOY discussions to uplift youth voices.
A peek inside the gang scene in Port Huron and its impact on youth

During a discussion with middle school students for the Voices of Youth at the Blue Water YMCA, one of the kids talked about his involvement with gangs and why he joined. Sgt. Ryan Mynsberge from the Port Huron Police Department weighs in on what the police are doing about local gangs.

Algonac-Clay Township Historical Society at previous The Big Give event.
The Big Give on May 14 to support local non-profits across St. Clair County

This year, on May 14, the Community Foundation is hosting The Big Give event, a 24-hour giving rally that supports local nonprofits and highlights philanthropic efforts.   

St. Clair Riverview Plaza.
The business impact of philanthropy

The Community Foundation of St. Clair County remains a leading partner, collaborator, and funder for local units of government in the towns and cities of St. Clair County.

The Spotted Lanternfly.
Spotted Lanternfly Workshop in Goodells to raise awareness on invasive insect harming fruit trees

The Spotted Lanternfly, native to Asia, was recently detected in Macomb County. On April 29, Goodell’s County Park will host a workshop to teach community members how to spot, prevent, and monitor the invasive insect.

AAoM NAT Conference vendors include autistic artists and entrepreneurs.
Beyond awareness, autism acceptance affirms neurodiversity and improves lives

The Autism Alliance of Michigan and other advocates for autistic people are working hard to move from raising autism awareness to fostering autism acceptance. 

New Law and Public Safety program at St. Clair County's RESA's TEC to launch this fall.
RESA’s new Law and Public Safety program to empower high school students for the future

The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency is developing plans to add Law and Public Safety to its current Technical Education Center programs. The program is set to begin this fall.

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