The Dignity Project Supply Drive
The YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region (YWCA GLBR) is asking the community to join the fight to end period poverty by donating unopened pads and tampons during the “Thanks4Giving Period Dignity Drive” from October 13 - November 18, 2026. Donations can be dropped off at collection centers, including YWCA GLBR (Bay City), Bay County Health Department (Bay City), Auburn and Pinconning Branch Libraries, Grace A. Dow Memorial Library (Midland), Hoyt Main (Saginaw) and Zauel Memorial Library (Saginaw Township).
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Accessibility at Midland Lunar New Year Celebration 2026
The Midland Lunar New Year Celebration is proud to welcome the community to a space designed with accessibility and belonging at its core. This year’s celebration will take place at the Greater Midland Community Center, a venue thoughtfully equipped to ensure individuals and families of all abilities can fully participate in the festivities.
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Accessibility is a Priority at West Midland Family Center
Walking through the doors of West Midland Family Center, one thing becomes clear right away: this is a place designed with people in mind. From families with young children to older adults, from individuals with disabilities to those navigating sensory or emotional needs, the Family Center is intentionally built to be a space where everyone feels welcome, supported, and able to participate fully.
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1in6 Support Receives Grant from Midland Community Foundation to Support Work With Families of Children With Disabilities
1in6 Support, a nonprofit focusing on supporting families of children with disabilities, is pleased to announce that it has been selected to receive a grant from the Midland Area Community Foundation’s Community Investment Fund.
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Celebrate our Community at the Abilities Parade on May 17th!
Midland’s Abilities Parade is set to take place again in 2025, celebrating the talents and strengths of all in the community on May 17th at Grove Park. Neighbors across the Great Lakes Bay Region are invited to attend this free and family-friendly event that is held by 1in6 Support in partnership with the City of Midland Parks and Recreation.
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Greater Midland Community Center Enhances Accessibility to Foster Belonging for All
Greater Midland Community Center is proud to shine a spotlight on the accessibility features that ensure its facility is a place where everyone feels welcome and supported. Guided by its core value of building belonging, these amenities create an inclusive environment where individuals of all abilities can fully enjoy everything the Community Center has to offer.
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A More Inclusive Memorial Day Parade
Access to Community is proud to share the return of the Sensory Friendly Zone at the Memorial Day Parade! The Memorial Day Parade will be Monday, May 27th, starting at 10am. The sensory friendly zone will have no loud noises and no flashing lights, starting at the intersection of Rodd St and Grove St.
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Home at the Ballpark: Meet Marcie Post, Founder of Midland Miracle Field
More often than not, I find that the real life stories of our neighbors are far more interesting than any blockbuster at the theatre. Marie Post is the Assistant Director of Public Services for the City of Midland Parks and Recreation Department. She’s also someone who experienced the loss of a child, and that changes you. She found a beautiful way to honor her son, Julian, through the creation of the Midland Miracle Field.
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Bridging the Gap: The Impact of The Bridge Food Center and The Midland County Food Assistance Network
Learn how The Bridge Food Center and The Midland County Food Assistance Network are fighting food insecurity in Midland County with help of the Midland Area Community Foundation.
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Website Accessiblity Just Got a Lot Easier!
Hey, neighbors! We've got some exciting news to share – Max Loves Midland is all about spreading the love, and that includes making our website super accessible for everyone.
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Kristin Stehouwer and Lou Mencia discuss Communities of Excellence
As with all communities, we have limited resources and significant needs, and we want to make significant progress in improving our community. It’s a very performance-driven and structured process based on a collective impact model.
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Changing Places & Changing Attitudes
A coffee chat with Iris Mehler, by Renee’ Deckrow
Iris Mehler dreams of Midland truly becoming a place where EVERYONE thrives.
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