“We enjoyed the opportunity to meet and network with such a diverse group of people and organizations, and we’re appreciative of the $5,000 grant prize,” says Tony Miller, director of the Unity for Youth program at RC3. “It will support our efforts to spread and cultivate love and unity in our community.”
"Before Advancing Macomb existed, there wasn't an institution in our county outside of government that looked at ways to build a culture of giving through philanthropy to focus on community development needs," says executive director Diane Banks.
On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into how COVID-19 raised awareness of the challenges Michigan's older adults face – and how to better address them.
Data collected from the experiment will help towards the sustainable management of the Great Lakes fishing industry, a $7 billion-per-year economy.
"The pandemic has brought out our humanity and our need for each other. I can get weary," says Detroiter Sonia Brown, aka 'Auntie Na,' "but being able to help even one person is what gets me out of bed each morning."
COVID-19 exposed Michigan's digital divide, and its sobering effect on residents' ability to access health care during the pandemic. But efforts are underway to address it.
For over a decade, Tuscola County Intermediate School District has worked with Michigan Fitness Foundation to respond to needs in the community by delivering nutrition education and physical activity promotion through Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education programs.
Built in 1914, this historical building in downtown Richmond was home to numerous businesses before local entrepreneurs Dianna and Michael Maniaci purchased it and began renovations.
With so many beautiful vistas by the lakes and rivers, the colors on the trees, and the feeling of a hometown vibe found nowhere else, the communities of St. Clair County offer a variety of fall experiences for those visiting the area — or for those looking for some fun in their own backyard.
On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into how COVID-19 has helped to raise awareness of Michigan's health inequities and the importance of addressing them.
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