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The MI Tri-Share Child Care Program now covers 52 Michigan Counties LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Whitmer announced the MI Tri-Share Child Care Pilot Program expansion to seven new facilitator hubs in pilot regions across Michigan, expanding access to nearly all of Michigan. In last week’s budget recommendations, Governor Whitmer included $2.5 million to continue …

The Michigan Homeowner Assistance Fund (MIHAF) uses federal resources allocated under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to provide financial assistance to homeowners who have fallen behind on homeownership-related expenses. The MIHAF Program can help with: Delinquent mortgages (to avoid foreclosure) Property tax and/or condominium payments Payment of escrow shortages Past due utilities payments …

Thank you for your interest in the 2021 redistricting process in Michigan! We wanted to be sure that you were aware of our newsletter, First Look Monthly! Below is a link to the December edition. If you would like to join our email list, please click the link and then click “subscribe” at the top! …

Good Morning Everyone, On December 28th, 2021, the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission adopted new district boundaries for all Michigan seats in the US House of Representatives, Michigan Senate, and Michigan House of Representatives. Communities First, Inc. worked closely with the Michigan Nonprofit Association, residents, community organizations, and advocates throughout 2021 to ensure that the …

FLINT, Michigan — Please be advised: Three City Hall offices have adjusted their hours to allow for business processing. Starting Monday, December 6, 2021, the Customer Service Center, Information Desk, and Assessing Department’s new hours will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays and effective until further notice. The red drop box at the …

FLINT, Michigan — The City of Flint and the Genesee Community Health Center partner to offer the COVID-19 vaccine at area Flint Police mini stations to ensure the vaccine is accessible to all. “We must continue to take every measure to ensure the health and safety of our residents. Offering this mobile clinic option at …

Access a Free Financial Coach and Get a Personalized Plan to Reach Your Goals Flint, MI – Communities First, Inc. (CFI) announced its partnership with Maner Costerisan to bring free financial coaching to residents at Money Moves events in Flint, Lansing and Detroit. Money Moves events will occur on Thursday, November 4 from 2 PM – 6 PM at five locations across the state including:  Coolidge Park Apartments Gymnasium (3701 Van Buren Ave, Flint, MI 48503) Berkley Place Apartments (1207 …