Law Enforcement Torch run to embark on 750-mile relay run through mid-Michigan

The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) of Michigan celebrates its 29th anniversary in September with its 750-mile non-stop relay run Sept. 13-17 from Copper Harbor in the Tip of the Upper Peninsula to Sterling Heights in the bottom of the Thumb. A special kick-off ceremony is scheduled for Treetops Resort in Gaylord at 8 a.m. [...]

Mid-Michigan Children’s Museum receives challenge grant

The Garber Automotive Group and especially Garber Buick would like to thank the Great Lakes Bay Region for the tremendous outpouring of support for the Mid-Michigan Children’s Museum by presenting the MMCM with a challenge grant in the amount of $100,000 to be completed on or before December 31, 2010. Contributions will be matched dollar [...]

Water Warriors wrap up their 20th annual endurance ride for Special Olympics Michigan athletes

They gaze out at the waves of Lake Huron with a smile. No matter how rough the water may be during their 350 mile endurance ride, the Water Warriors are ready to take on the challenge. They see hope on the horizon.
The Water Warriors are a unique and passionate group of men and women of [...]

Saginaw youth gather ideas at camp to improve community

They came to learn, have fun and share ideas on new and innovative ways to increase the impact of youth philanthropy and service learning in their communities across the nation.
“Seeing my peers and the passion they had for improving their communities has really motivated me,” said Richard Watson IV, a Heritage High School junior. “It made me want [...]

Donation brings stuffed animals to hospitalized children

Children needing comfort are being aided through support awarded to MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland by The Alden and Vada Dow Family Foundations.
A $10,000 donation has been placed in the Vada B. Dow Memorial Toy Fund to continue the distribution of stuffed animals to children seen in MidMichigan’s Emergency Department and children undergoing outpatient tests.
“It is incredible [...]

FSU athletes donate to “Soles4Souls”

The Ferris State University Bulldogs, in partnership with Dr. Jeff Mossel and the Big Rapids Foot and Ankle Clinic, have donated more than 300 pairs of athletic shoes to the “Soles4Souls” organization, an international shoe charity.
Soles4Souls facilitates large donations of new or gently worn shoes from various footwear companies, retailers, churches, nonprofit ministries, civic groups, [...]

CMU student receives $5,000 grant to create nonprofit organization

Abandoned and stray animals in the mid-Michigan area may now have hope for a better life and an alternative to euthanasia. A Central Michigan University student has been awarded a grant from the Pepsi Refresh Project to put her vision to save these animals into reality.

CMU senior Sara LeBourdais of Bay City submitted [...]

Children’s Museum receives $28,000 donation

Organizers of the area’s newest golf tournament, the Great Lakes Bay Charity Pro-Am, recently presented the Mid-Michigan Children’s Museum with a check for $28,000.
Angela Barris, MMCM CEO, accepted the check with gratitude.
“Children and families living in the Great Lakes Bay Region will continue to benefit from the play-to-learn experiences available at the MMCM. We [...]

Frame business gives back to community

by Heather Paluszczak, Vision Mid Michigan

When Meghan White of Mount Pleasant began volunteering at Woodland Hospice, she decided to combine her desire to give back to the community with her passion for art.
In June 2008, White began volunteering at Woodland Hospice, a bereavement center and hospice house located in Mount Pleasant. Quickly, she became passionate about the facility, clients and [...]

Water Warriors endurance ride raises awareness and funds for Special Olympics Michigan

The Water Warriors launch their personal watercrafts on July 26 for their 20th Annual Endurance Ride to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Michigan.
Each year these men and women travel 350 miles in five days. Riders begin their journey July 26 in Mackinaw City.  They ride along the entire length of Lake Huron and the [...]

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