08

Apr

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As a leader in the community, and as an organization motivated by relationships and partnerships, the Saginaw Community Foundation (SCF) must represent the diversity of the community it serves, provide equitable grant opportunities to support broad community needs, and listen to resident’s voices when making impactful decisions. We recognize that for our community to thrive,

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18

Feb

Saginaw Habitat for Humanity Neighborhood Revitalization

Hundreds of volunteers came together during the summer of 2011 to help fix 75 occupied homes as part of the Great Lakes Bay Neighborhood Revitalization Project. The project was led by The Dow Chemical Company, Habitat for Humanity and the three local community foundations.   “Last year’s neighborhood revitalization was an unprecedented example of Midland,

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16

Nov

SCF Operations Update

UPDATED INFORMATION AS OF APRIL 14, 2021 Effective Monday, November 16, 2020, the Saginaw Community Foundation office will be closed to outside visitors through October 14, 2021 and the SCF staff will be working remote. To reach individual staff members, visit our website for an email directory or call (989) 755-0545 to leave a message.

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24

Sep

2020 Community Improvement Initiative Grant Recipient: Bethel Community Garden

   

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16

Mar

Saginaw County Food Distribution Sites

We’ve compiled this list of food distribution sites for students/children in Saginaw County. We will work to maintain this list with the most current information but would encourage anyone seeking assistance to contact the school district or organization directly with any questions or to check on availability.   The Saginaw Intermediate School District (SISD) is

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01

Oct

Now Hiring: Regional Census Hub Coordinator Great Lakes Bay Region

Now Hiring: Regional Census Hub Coordinator Great Lakes Bay Region A Regional Census Hub Coordinator is sought for the Great Lakes Bay Region (MI). This two-year contracted position is responsible for planning, implementing and tracking activities within Bay, Isabella, Midland and Saginaw counties regarding Census 2020 Get Out the Count efforts. The qualified candidate will

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25

Sep

We’re Hiring: Program Officer – Scholarships

We’re Hiring: Program Officer – Scholarships The Program Officer is a salaried position reporting directly to the Foundation’s President & CEO. The Program Officer will work in major program areas, specifically with the Scholarship and Teacher Mini-grant programs.    Roles & Responsibilities Provide staffing and leadership for the Foundation’s scholarship and Grants for Excellence programs

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25

Jun

2018 Community Improvement Initiative Grant Recipient: Saginaw County Community Action Committee, Inc.

 

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30

May

Covenant HealthCare Offers Yoga Classes Tailored to Patients with Cancer Thanks to Saginaw Community Foundation Grant

“This yoga class is one of a kind.  We have all had cancer.  When one of us has upcoming tests, a setback or health worries, we have our own little tribe behind us providing support whenever needed.  We are never alone in our journey.  I don’t know what I would do without this class and

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29

Dec

Tax reform and charitable giving

Tax reform and charitable giving Getting a few dollars knocked of your tax bill probably isn’t the main reason you give to charity.    If you’re like most of us, you give because you care about the health of children, about a clean environment, or great arts programming, because a neighbor asked you, because quality

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