Algonac

Community Foundation and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation partner to strengthen rural philanthropy through fellowship

The Community Foundation of St. Clair County is deepening its long-term commitment to rural communities by welcoming Collin Holzberger as its new Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Rural Philanthropy Fellow.

Despite years-long decline of Great Lakes ice, this year’s deep freeze creates winter playground for ice sport enthusiasts

This winter has brought above-average ice cover to the Great Lakes. But despite year-to-year variability, average ice cover has been declining for the past 50 years, with cascading consequences for communities and the environment.

Listening to the Experts: How St. Clair County teens are shaping the future of mental health

The Teen Advisory Group (TAG), started by St. Clair County Community Mental Health, brings together students from across the county to do something both simple and powerful: tell adults what teens actually need – and then help make it happen.

Michigan author highlights Port Huron, mindfulness of the Great Lakes in new book

After traveling across the world for the past two decades, David Zurick comes back home to Port Huron to rediscover his childhood spots along the Thumb Coast and shares how others can connect with the Blue Water region.

Recovery: A journey as unique as every individual

When people hear the word recovery, they often imagine a single, fixed path, a moment when someone “gets better” and their journey is complete. But in reality, recovery from mental health or substance use challenges is not a one-size-fits-all process

Art advocate and educator Jason Stier poses with Wally the Walleye, a public art piece crafted by dozens of Blue Water Area residents of all ages.
Creating Connections Through Art: A conversation with educator Jason Stier

Art teacher and advocate Jason Stier empowers at-risk youth through art education. As vice president of the St. Clair Art Association, he also helps facilitate public art events and projects that foster creativity and connection in the Blue Water Area.

Blue Water Pride 2023.
Start your summer at these fun-filled events in St. Clair County this June

With the summer season on the rise, check out these fun-filled activities — from the Sturgeon Fest to the Blue Water Cruise, happening all across the county.

Tires and Treads Community Project provides clothes and shoes to children in need across the county

Tires and Treads is a community-driven, local non-profit organization that strives to ensure every child has access to basic clothing needs, which was the dream of the organization's founder, Fran Morris.

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.

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.   

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