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Welcome to the Community Foundation's news page, your go-to source for the latest updates and happenings. Stay informed with our curated news articles, stories, and updates directly from the heart of our foundation.
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David R. McGhee joins Community Foundation of Greater Flint as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
The Community Foundation of Greater Flint is pleased to announce the appointment of David R. McGhee as its new Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective November 1, 2024.
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Lottie Ferguson of Community Foundation of Greater Flint announced as 2024-2025 Obama Foundation Leader
Today, Lottie Ferguson announced that she is among 205 leaders selected to join the Obama Foundation Leaders program.
Stories of Impact
McLaren Adaptive Golf Clinic Expands for Third Year with Support from CFGF
43 adaptive golfers and 11 trained adaptive golf coaches took to the driving range to kick off the Ally Challenge presented by McLaren at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club on August 19.
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Community Foundation of Greater Flint Awards Over $109,000 in Grants Through Community Funds
More than $109,000 in grants have been awarded to various projects and programs across Genesee County in 2024, the Community Foundation of Greater Flint announced. These grants were distributed through the Foundation’s five endowed community funds.
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Join the Community Foundation of Greater Flint for the premiere of "St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood"
The film screening of St. John Street: Story of a Neighborhood will be held on August 22 at the Flint Institute of Arts Museum + Art School courtesy of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, in partnership with the Flint Institute of Arts.
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Community Foundation of Greater Flint celebrates Mount Morris Consolidated Schools' $867,800 Michigan Spark grant award
CFGF proudly announces that the Mount Morris Consolidated Schools received $867,800 in grant funding for the enhancement of Ronald Batterbee Memorial Park through the Council of Michigan Foundations and Michigan Department of Natural Resources Spark Grant Program.
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Interns Join CFGF for Summer 2024
In June, the Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) welcomed its newest cohort of summer interns. Learn more about their backgrounds, current projects, and future aspirations.
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Community Foundation of Greater Flint announces new President and CEO soon to be retired U.S. Representative Dan Kildee
The Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) is thrilled to announce the selection of soon-to-be-retired U.S. Representative Dan Kildee as the next President and CEO.
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Dr. Omari Young appointed to Community Foundation of Greater Flint Board of Trustees
The Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) has appointed Dr. Omari Young to its Board of Trustees, effective January 1, 2024. The independent board of trustees is composed of respected community leaders from diverse backgrounds and governs CFGF’s funds and assets.
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Mark L. Miller appointed Interim President and CEO of Community Foundation of Greater Flint
On June 23, the Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees appointed Mark L. Miller as Interim President and CEO. After a brief transitional period which began on July 1, 2023, Mr. Miller will assume full responsibility for all operational activities effective July 28, 2023.
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Lottie Ferguson named Vice President of Development of Community Foundation of Greater Flint
The Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) today named Flint native Lottie Ferguson as its new Vice President of Development and Donor Services. In this role, Ferguson is responsible for building the community’s endowment and connecting donors with community needs.
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Flint Organizations Directed by Leaders of Color Receive Boost from Local Funders to Disrupt Systems of Inequities
Eight Flint-based nonprofit organizations, directed by leaders of color, have been invited for a new fellowship cohort designed to strengthen their individual, organizational, and collective resiliency.
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