Stories of Impact
The Flint Promise Graduation Ceremony was held on May 12, 2026, at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library and gathered families, partners, and community leaders. Some of the graduates shared more about their experiences and what the Flint Promise program means to them.
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A group of teenagers raised and awarded $500 to the Flint Public Health Youth Academy through the Teen Grantmaking Initiative, a youth philanthropy program run locally by the Arab American Heritage Council. The Community Foundation of Greater Flint matched the gift.
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The Community Foundation of Greater Flint has promoted Lydia Starrs, MSW, to Vice President of Community Impact, effective May 11, 2026. Starrs has served the Foundation since 2017 and will report to Dan Kildee, President and CEO as a member of the leadership team.
Leaving a Legacy
Giving is personal. Knowing where it can make the most impact isn’t always clear. The Community Foundation of Greater Flint works alongside you, offering insight so that your generosity is guided by what matters most and where it can have the greatest impact.
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Crime Stoppers of Flint & Genesee County and the Greater Flint Community Safety Collaborative (CSC) gathered community leadersto launch "Rights, Resources, and Support: A Victims' Awareness Initiative" and a Community Safety Collaborative Dashboard.
Stories of Impact
In honor of Women's History Month, learn more about Leanne Panduren, PE, chief executive officer of ROWE Professional Services and board of trustees member of CFGF.
Leaving a Legacy
March is an especially good time to reflect on the evolving role of women in philanthropy because it’s Women’s History Month. Increasingly, women are leading charitable decisions in their families, especially as more women are serving as primary financial decision-makers.
Leaving a Legacy
Your charitable plan deserves a check-up. Even a brief annual review can ensure your giving continues to reflect your values and makes the impact you intend, today and for generations to come.
Leaving a Legacy
As we begin 2026, it’s an important time to revisit your charitable giving strategy. Several new tax law changes may affect how and when charitable gifts provide tax benefits. We encourage you to review the updates below and share them with your tax advisor.
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Community Foundation of Greater Flint is pleased to announce the appointment of several new trustees whose diverse backgrounds, professional expertise, and deep commitment to community service will help guide the organization’s mission and future impact.
Equity
More than 100 residents, community leaders, and practitioners gathered January 20 at the Genesee County Building for a breakfast program honoring the National Day of Racial Healing and advancing local efforts toward racial equity.
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Community Foundation of Greater Flint is honored to announce that we have been selected as one of 25 Community Host organizations for the 2026 Weaver Awards, a national initiative of Weave: The Social Fabric Project at the Aspen Institute.
