“I want to see a future where everyone can experience nature, where kids and adults alike can walk, bike, and paddle their way to something meaningful. And I hope we keep making room for one another in the process because places do not just define this community; its people define it.” -Dennis Pilaske
Read MoreIn Midland County, food assistance is the number one reason people call the resource help line (211). Food insecurity is on the rise, and many of our neighbors struggle to meet their basic needs. Phoenix Community Farm (PCF) addresses this need by growing and donating nutritious produce and offering hands-on agricultural education.
Read MoreBefore stepping into nonprofit leadership, Holly built a successful career in the corporate world, working in advertising, writing, and graphic design—including running her own ad agency. But over time, she found herself more drawn to volunteer work than client work. “I was spending a lot of my time volunteering around at-risk youth, serving on the school board, and mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters,” she said. That passion led her to take a bold leap into the nonprofit world nearly two decades ago—a decision she says was the best of her career.
Read MoreMidland’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.
Read MoreMidland Child Advocacy Center (Midland CAC), formerly known as Safe and Sound Child Advocacy Center, is excited to announce a heartwarming addition to its four-person team: a professionally trained facility dog who will work directly with child victims of abuse.
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