Los cambios federales en el SNAP amenazan el acceso a los alimentos y el futuro de los pequeños habitantes de Michigan

“Las prestaciones del SNAP no cubren todos los gastos alimentarios de las familias en ningún lugar del estado, y estos cambios están ampliando aún más esa brecha”. Julie Cassidy, MLPP.

التغييرات الفيدرالية على برنامج المساعدات الغذائية التكميلية (سناب) تهدد وصول أطفال ميشيغان الصغار إلى الغذاء ومستقبلهم

تشكل التغذية الجيدة الأساس للنمو الجسدي وتطور الدماغ والاستعداد المدرسي. وتُعد الألف يوم الأولى من حياة الطفل — من الحمل حتى عمر سنتين — مرحلة حاسمة.

Mental health equity: Changes, challenges, and paving a path forward

“Health equity has always been an uphill battle. But without intentional investment and consistency, we risk sliding backward." Marianne Huff

How to Support the Arts: A conversation with Brian Spain of Enter Stage Right

The art scene continues to grow across the county, despite challenges with funding. Brian Spain from Enter Stage Right in Port Huron discusses the importance of art and how others can support their mission.

Animal Sheltering Workshop coming to Port Huron this November

The Michigan Pet Alliance is hosting a cat-focused workshop on November 10, 2025, in Port Huron to educate community members on barn cats and how to read a cat’s body language

YAC where are they now – Troy Distelrath

The skills Troy Distelrath developed as a member of the Community Foundation of St. Clair County’s Youth Advisory Council (YAC) have stuck with him in a big way, helping him to not only achieve excellence in his own life but also to assist others in their own quest for success.

Innovation and advocacy: Building the early childhood workforce

If implemented, the many innovative solutions for building the early childhood workforce could have phenomenal results.

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. 

Are The Girls Alright? Youth at YMCA discuss unnattainable body image, feeling unheard

A group of teenage girls discuss issues like not being taken seriously and unattainable body images. One of their teachers shares her efforts to inspire young girls in the area to a happier, brighter future.

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