Carly Lillard has called Michigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region home since 2007. She works in fund development and communications and enjoys helping organizations share their stories and connect with the community. Carly earned a bachelor’s degree in Business from Northwood University and a master’s in Strategic Communication from Michigan State University. Outside of writing, she loves spending time with her husband, Jesse, and their two children, Maycie and Elias. You can reach her at carlylillard@gmail.com.
High quality preschool and childcare lacks providers. Community leaders partner with Midland County ESA to form an innovation team to meet local needs.
MyMichigan Health achieves designation from The Magnet Recognition Program despite facing adversity. This distinction comes at the same time the health system makes Forbes “America’s Best Employers By State” list.
Community Mental Health seeks volunteers to provide Therapeutic Foster Care homes for minors in need. Local children with serious emotional disturbance facing shortage of resources close to home.
Northwood University students invite the community to share in their interactive automotive show as a part of the school's experiential learning. This student-run event is the largest in North America and has something for everyone.
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