Stories of Meaningful Change

Stories from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint.

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The Legacy of Phil Braun

Community Impact July 15, 2019

He expressed his unconditional love for humankind through photography, writing, art and music. For Philip J. “Phil” Braun, artistic expression was just one way of giving back to the community he loved so dearly.

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Income for Today, a Gift for Tomorrow

Community Impact July 15, 2019

Frances Price was always active in her community of Flushing – generous with both her time and money. After she retired as a nurse from McLaren Flint, she wanted to continue giving back without sacrificing her financial security.

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Leader in Philanthropy

Community Impact July 15, 2019

Lawrence E. Moon is the longest-serving member of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint’s (CFGF) Board of Trustees. Moon’s involvement with the Community Foundation began in 1995 when he was driving home and saw a sign he describes as “beautiful” even though the letters were not all lined up and it was hand-made. It simply said “Thank you Community Foundation of Greater Flint.” When he inquired about the sign he learned that CFGF had given a small grant to a neighborhood association that enabled them to clean up the area.

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Legacy for a Friend

Community Impact July 15, 2019

For 31 years, she loved teaching and coaching students at Bentley High School. She was active in her church, was a good neighbor, and had concerns about the future.

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Edith Prunty Spencer

Community Impact July 15, 2019

Edith Prunty Spencer loves Flint and takes great pride in her city. She and her husband, J. Merrill Spencer, operated the House of Spencer Mortuary in Flint for over 40 years. Edith is preserving her family’s legacy with a gift that will support the field of education.

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Providing Opportunities for Children

Community Impact July 15, 2019

Love is a word typically attributed to affection for another person, and this describes the late Dr. Sandra Urquhart Brown. Donald Brown first met Sandra in college at Dillard University. The couple met at the annual Sadie Hawkins when she asked him to dance.

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Waldo Bronson Preserves Wife’s Legacy

Community Impact July 15, 2019

Genesee County’s infant mortality rate is one of the highest in Michigan, a startling statistic that moved Cassandra Bronson to action. Her commitment to the Stork’s Nest program for young girls was near and dear to her heart. When she passed away her husband, Waldo Bronson, established the Cassandra R. Bronson Endowment Fund to benefit the good works of the local Zeta Beta Foundation. Since 2007, over $3,200 in grants have supported the Stork’s Nest program.

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Bob Payman | Compassion for Those Who Served

Community Impact June 19, 2019

He started as a bus driver at Westwood Heights School District and worked his way up the ladder, eventually retiring as director of transportation for Flushing Community Schools.

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Amanda Doran

Community Impact June 19, 2019

Born and raised in Davison, Amanda Snider Doren loves her community. She’s never had a desire to move elsewhere, finding great joy in the new home that she and husband Dustin have built in Davison Township. The couple looks forward to planting roots and raising a family in Amanda’s hometown.

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The Legacy of Almeda Hunter

Community Impact June 19, 2019

Wife, mother, competent professional, hard-working gardener, community volunteer, source of love and strength to her many friends – all terms to describe Almeda B. Hunter. Almeda moved to Flint with her family at the age of 12. A graduate of Northern High School, she was involved in many community activities, including the Quota Club and the St. Cecelia Society of the Flint Institute of Music. Almeda was the ultimate supporter and cheerleader for everyone she knew. She is fondly remembered for her giggles, love of music, and encouraging words.