Stories of Meaningful Change
Stories from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint.
Flint Development Center Focuses on Improving Outcomes for Children
General April 2, 2019
On a cold winter’s evening, the Flint Development Center is bursting with activity, hosting a game night for youth including a visit from…
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Investing in Flint Kids
General April 2, 2019
The story of the Flint Kids Fund began three years ago when a state of emergency was declared in Flint, Michigan, in response to the…
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Scholarship Program Helps Reduce the Financial Burden of Child Care
General April 2, 2019
Jasmine Wallace works from home, an impossible task with two young children playing around her desk demanding attention. The Flint mother…
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$30,000 Grant Addresses Gender Achievement Gap
General March 26, 2019
In recognition of the 30th anniversary of the Flint Women and Girls Fund, a $30,000 grant was recently awarded to the My Sister’s Keeper…
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A Passion for Giving
General February 28, 2019
Surrounded by world class art and mementos from her many travels abroad, Helene Streich is comfortable talking about the adventures in her…
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Amalia Hernandez Leaves a Legacy
General February 28, 2019
She lived a modest life and supported herself well into retirement, no easy accomplishment for a single woman who immigrated to the United…
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Celebrating Jesse M. Muldrew, Ph.D.
General February 28, 2019
Dr. Jessie M. Muldrew leads by example and is quick to share this message with the women and girls in her life: “There is nothing you…
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From the Beginning
General February 28, 2019
A quote from Margaret Mead hangs in the Community Foundation office. It says,“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed…
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Girls Just Want to Express Themselves
General February 28, 2019
They need an environment that supports developmental growth. They are young girls, ages 10–17, who need a place where their words can be…
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Girls Learn New Skills in Coding, Music Workshops
General February 28, 2019
Two unique learning opportunities were offered to local girls this summer at Factory Two and Flint Local 432, thanks to a $12,500 grant…
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