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Flint Home Improvement Fund

New citywide program provides Flint residents with funding to renovate, improve homes Low- or no-interest loans available for residents of all income levels who own and occupy their homes FLINT, Mich. — Flint residents looking to make repairs or improvements to their homes can now apply for low- or no-interest loans of up to $20,000 …

Apply Today to Be a 2021 Walking College Fellow

Are you looking to hone your skills and knowledge around creating vibrant, safe, connected and accessible places for all people in your community to walk and move as they desire? The Walking College could be just the place for you. In this sixth year of the program, we are seeking 30 Walking College fellows who …

Full Time AmeriCorps Positions Available Now!

Communities First, Inc. is searching for one full time AmeriCorps members to support our housing development work! Members will receive a stipend and educational award. We are interviewing candidates immediately. Interested parties should contact Essence Wilson at ewilson@communitiesfirstinc.org asap. Candidates will begin serving from home and transition to in office service at our Flint or …

UM Report: Strict public health measures during holidays likely saved lives in Michigan, U-M researchers say

Increased social distance measures over Thanksgiving and Christmas following the Pause to Save Lives might have prevented more than 100,000 coronavirus cases in Michigan—potentially avoiding thousands of deaths during the holiday season, according to preliminary findings by the University of Michigan School of Public Health. Click here to read the full article. “Our modeling suggests …

2021 First Quarter Training & Development Opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion Workshop February 24 Graci Harkema, Owner of Graci LLC, will lead us in a two-hour interactive virtual workshop where we will understand the business case of diversity, equity and inclusion. We will learn how to build more inclusive environments where employees are able to thrive as their authentic selves. We will …

PHOTOS: Governor Whitmer, Racial Disparities Task Force Release Interim Report Showing Significant Progress in Protecting Communities of Color from the Spread of COVID-19

RELEASE: Gov. Whitmer reminds Michigan’s eligible businesses: Application opens tomorrow for Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program

$55 million in funding available through Michigan Economic Development Corporation-led relief program to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19 and recent public health orders Application will be open 9 am EST Jan. 19 – Noon EST Jan. 22 at michiganbusiness.org/survival All applications received will be collected by MEDC, then reviewed and considered by regional Economic …

Turtle Odyssey debuts January 20

Turtle Odyssey Debuts Wednesday, January 20 Showing at 4:30 PM Wed./Thurs./Fri./Sat./Sun. Sponsored by Moby Dick Pet Store Turtle Odyssey explores the unique lifecycle of an Australian green sea turtle named Bunji and her incredible journey across the open ocean. The film follows Bunji the green sea turtle from a hatchling into adulthood as she swims …

RELEASE: Gov. Whitmer Signs Proclamation Marking Hispanic Heritage Month

Grant Programs

Dear Municipal & Community Leaders, Stemming from the Governor’s stimulus plan, three grant programs were announced last week to help offset some of the personal and professional financial losses that Michiganders may have incurred due to the coronavirus pandemic – the Employee Assistance Grants, the Michigan Small Business Survival Grant Program, and the Michigan Stages …

Community Messaging… Say it Loud!

Hello Michigander, Happy New Year! I want to share an exciting opportunity called “Take the Mic,” a contest celebrating the everyday heroes in our community! Launched by Michigan Communities Conquering COVID (MI-CCC), Take the Mic wants to showcase your creativity to help save lives this winter. Submit messages and media to inspire and support people …

Pitch for $K

Submissions have been extended to tomorrow, January 12, 2021. Do not forget to submit your idea today! See below for details. Pitch For $K is designed to foster the entrepreneur mindset in Flint & Genesee County, along with creating an inclusive support system to assist individuals in moving their idea, product, or business forward. If …

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