News

The organizations of the Local Impact Alliance are working hard for all of the communities of Western Wayne County. Below is just a sampling of the latest news from the nonprofits and groups under the LIA umbrella.

Community Foundation of Plymouth Awards Grants

Community Foundation Of Plymouth awards grants to local non profits.

The Community Foundation of Plymouth is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Plymouth area by providing grants to organizations that support our mission.

These organizations are:

- 501(c) public charities.

- Encourage the self-sufficiency and well-being of residents within the 48170 zip code.

- Encourage programs which are collaborative, comprehensive and have the potential to be continuous.

$5000 - Canton Community Foundation / Creating Habitats for Pollinators Fund.

Plymouth Wildflower Plantings - Creating Habitats for Pollinators Fund. This project will plant ~90,000 sq. ft. of wildflowers (>2 acres) at several pre-selected locations in Plymouth, MI (zip code 48170) and on the grounds of Plymouth High School/PCEP. Site preparation and some planting will begin in fall, 2022. All plantings will be completed by April 2023

$2750 - Plymouth Community Foster Closet

To provide clothing, hygiene items free of charge throughout care, extending through to reunification, adoption, or as a child ages out. PCFC commits to working with individuals, families, communities, and social service agencies to provide these items in a dignified, inclusive, and respectful manner.

$2750 - Personalized Nursing LIGHT House

Personalized Nursing LIGHT House- Housing Assistance program. To provide Recovery Housing to persons in recovery from substance use disorder. the housing is paid for by the local Prepaid Inpatient Health Plans (PIHP's) as part of their treatment program. After treatment ends, many clients still need the structure and support of recovery housing. For clients who struggled to pay recovery housing fees, request a special fund to pay up to 2 weeks for a client who applies for this financial assistance. We will accept the $200 for two weeks of recovery housing for eligible clients who fall in this category of financial hardship. This fund will: a) reduce the stress for clients in early recovery (stress which may lead to relapse), b) provide some stability and time for clients to secure employment/financial support, c) provide PNLH a mechanism to assist these clients.

$1200 - Friends of the Penn

Friends of the Penn Technology Upgrade Project - upgrade computer system, procure a PowerPoint projector, and replace assisted listening devices.

Congratulations

Community Foundation of Plymouth is part of Local Impact Alliance

Long Covid - Lunch & Learn

Surviving Long Covid Lunch & Learn was held on 11-9-22, hosted by Local Impact Alliance.

Here is the link to the recording of the session. Dr. Bloom was kind enough to answer the questions of the attendees and provide some very useful information.

Most people with Covid-19 won't become severely ill and will often recover within weeks of illness. But even a mild infection can cause Long Covid. And with the high transmissibility of certain variants - which often results in milder disease outcomes - many people may be concerned about developing Long Covid.

Below are dates and topics of upcoming Lunch & Learns sessions.

Registration is always free just bring something to eat and feed your mind with new knowledge.

Future Lunch & Learn Topics:

• December: Preventing Financial Fraud on Seniors 12-14-22

• January: How Public Radio Is Filling the Local News Gap 1-18-23

• February: The Civility Project 2-7-23

https://youtu.be/BadORopioMQ

Giving Hope Operating Guidelines

Giving Hope Operating Guidelines for the Members and Giving Hope descriptions for Chair and Committee positions.

Giving Hope, Women's Giving Circle was founded in 2006. At that time, a group of local women philanthropists came together to establish the organization and encourage other women to join in philanthropic giving. Their early efforts were focused on helping in the local community, reaching and assisting women, children, and their families in need. For over 15 years, Giving Hope, Women's Giving Circle has been accomplishing that objective and continues to develop women's philanthropy and meet needs through fundraising and grant making.

The Giving Hope, Women's Giving Circle focuses on educating its members about local needs and providing them opportunities to Give to those causes. All members are welcomed and encouraged to get involved either on the Advisory Board or on the various committees.Giving Hope's Advisory Board meets quarterly.

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Chili Cook Off!

Chili Cook Off!!

When the weather cools down and the campfire gets going, there’s no better comfort food than chili to warm your soul and make it a perfect night.

Every October, when autumn starts to chill our bones, break out the bread bowls and warm up with Chili.

Details

Date - 10-16-22

Time - 10:30 - 1:30 pm

Venue - Preservation Park

550 N Ridge Rd

Canton, MI 48187

This Fundraiser will support the Canton Cares Fund at Canton Community Foundation, part of Local Impact Alliance. It will support Canton community by providing financial assistance for disaster relief, therapeutic recreation, youth and senior programs.

Tickets are $10 for ages 13 and older and $5 for 12 and under. Tickets are available for purchase on site or by scanning the QR code or at link here

Community Foundation of Plymouth Grant Application is now Open

The Community Foundation of Plymouth has worked to enrich the quality of life in the Plymouth area through grants that have benefited Plymouth residents.

Since 2005, the Community Foundation of Plymouth has granted more than $200,000 to support local programs, projects and students in the Plymouth community.

The Community Foundation of Plymouth is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Plymouth area by providing grants to organizations that support our mission.

These organizations must:

- Be 501(c) public charities.

- Encourage the self-sufficiency and well-being of residents within the 48170 zip code.

- Encourage programs which are collaborative, comprehensive and have the potential to be continuous.

- Encourage leveraging and matching grant opportunities from multiple funders.

- Support "seed" money opportunities for innovative projects.

While the Community Foundation of Plymouth remains flexible in trying to meet community needs, the following are areas that will generally not be considered for funding at this time:

- Routine operating expenses

- Travel, tours or trips

- Endowment campaigns

- Special fundraising events and sponsorships

- Organizations that do not provide services to the greater Plymouth, Michigan area

- Political organizations

- Existing obligations or debts/liabilities

- Individuals

- Issues that divide us, not unite us

Community Foundation of Plymouth is part of Local Impact Alliance.

Grant application for 2022 is now open till October 7th. Please click on the link below to apply.

Grant Application

SAVE THE DATE - GIVING HOPE

Annual Fall Business Meeting Event

Wednesday, October 12th 6:30 – 9:00 pm

@ Rocky’s of Northville

41122 Seven Mile Rd, Northville

Supporting Lead Like a Girl, a mentoring program for young women ages 11-15.

Community Foundation of Plymouth Grant Application is now Open

The Community Foundation of Plymouth has worked to enrich the quality of life in the Plymouth area through grants that have benefited Plymouth residents.

Since 2005, the Community Foundation of Plymouth has granted more than $200,000 to support local programs, projects and students in the Plymouth community.

The Community Foundation of Plymouth is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Plymouth area by providing grants to organizations that support our mission.

These organizations must:

- Be 501(c) public charities.

- Encourage the self-sufficiency and well-being of residents within the 48170 zip code.

- Encourage programs which are collaborative, comprehensive and have the potential to be continuous.

- Encourage leveraging and matching grant opportunities from multiple funders.

- Support "seed" money opportunities for innovative projects.

While the Community Foundation of Plymouth remains flexible in trying to meet community needs, the following are areas that will generally not be considered for funding at this time:

- Routine operating expenses

- Travel, tours or trips

- Endowment campaigns

- Special fundraising events and sponsorships

- Organizations that do not provide services to the greater Plymouth, Michigan area

- Political organizations

- Existing obligations or debts/liabilities

- Individuals

- Issues that divide us, not unite us

Community Foundation of Plymouth is part of Local Impact Alliance.

Grant application for 2022 is now open till October 7th. Please click on the link below to apply.

Grant Application

Christmas in July Update

After a brief hiatus due to Covid, the Westland Community Foundation was back and committed to providing resources to the Westland community.

Their first event was their annual "Christmas in July" celebration

. Attendees were asked to bring some unopened bags of food to be given to the The Wayne-Westland Salvation Army to help spread a little Christmas cheer to those who might need it!

The first event with their new partnership with the Local Impact Alliance was a great success and will help them continue to grow and provide assistance to Westland organizations and students.

Since 1996, the Westland Community Foundation has contributed over $1 million to organizations and student scholarships within our community.

Special thanks to the sponsors that included

Wayne County Community College, Priority Waste, Westland Car Care, Shaw Family Foundation, Fausone Bohn, LLP, The Buccilli Group, Dearborn Real Estate, Michigan Chiropractic Specialist, Plante Moran, Mayor William R. Wild, Midwest Recycling, OHM Advisors, Westland Fire Administration, Westland Fire Public Awareness, Westland Police Department Community Partnership.

The Christmas in July was held on 21st July at Hellenic Cultural Center in Westland!

To learn more about Westland Community Foundation, part of Local Impact Alliance, please visit the website

https://localimpactalliance.org/westland

Please watch out for the the Toy Drive in December hosted by Westland Community Foundation!

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30th Jack Demmer Golf Outing 6-15-22 pictures

For the 30th year, the Canton Community Foundation hosted its annual golf outing. And once again this year we partnered with the Canton Police to provide funding to the Canton Police Benevolence Fund.

This fund supports not only the families of fallen and injured officers, but it also provides scholarships to local students and provides aid to local families struggling with basic human needs.

By supporting the Annual Jack Demmer Ford Golf Outing, you support our community!

Thank you to Chief Sponsors Jack Demmer Ford and the Denski Family, to the Staff and Board of Canton Community Foundation, the golfers and event sponsors for it a great success.

Thanks Kari Klavon for taking these beautiful pictures!

Please enjoy the shots and see you all next year!!