Diversity & Equity

The Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition's "Fill the Trailer" event happens ever November, when they collect donations of personal hygiene items to pass out at the VA hospital.

Q&A with Brad Blanchard, Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition

Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. In our Q&A, we’ll find out how the Great Lakes Bay Veterans Coalition is assisting veterans and how you can help the coalition. 

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Currently, the class is working in collaboration with Reece Endeavor of Midland to build a duplex near Ashman Circle for tenants with disabilities.
Midland Public Schools students learn construction skills while serving the community

The Building Trades class offered by Midland Public Schools provides students the chance to get practical experience in preparation for employment in construction, summer work, or home improvement projects. While learning, students build houses for area organizations serving individuals with disabilities.

PODCAST: From health inequity to a “hyperjump” for Michigan

On this week's episode of Michigan's State of Health, we're digging into  how COVID-19 has helped to raise awareness of Michigan's health inequities and the importance of addressing them.

A DIGs workshop on asemma, or tobacco.
Here’s how the UP’s Debweyendan Indigenous Gardens build health, community, and food sovereignty

The sprawling community gardens aim to celebrate and preserve the knowledge and cultural identity of tribal people living in and around the village of L’Anse.

Try to keep an open line of communication.
GLBR Mental Health Partnership fights stigma and promotes workplace mental wellness

New initiatives from the Great Lakes Bay Region Mental Health Partnership and collaborating organizations aim to make it easier to talk about mental health and provide support. A guide for business owners provides a comprehensive set of tools for creating a workplace that nurtures mental health.

Volunteers worked on projects at WMFC such as spreading mulch on the playground, enclosing rafters in pavilions, clean up of trails and an obstacle course, and worked on the baseball field. 
Bank employees give back to their communities

Isabella Bank employees volunteered in their local communities on Monday, giving their time to help others in many counties across the state during its Compassion Into Action Day.

Give Local Bay 2025 raised more than $200,000 for 62 local funds supporting nonprofits.
Bay County agencies seeking opinions on how we’re handling diversity, equity, and inclusion

The Bay Area Community Foundation — and 20 community partners — wants your opinion on the state of diversity, equity, and inclusion in Bay County.

United Way's campaign lasts until Oct. 29.
United Way Midland campaign off to a strong start

United Way of Midland County has a goal to raise $4.7 million by Oct. 29. Money raised will go toward local nonprofits and partners helping residents in need. Because of the pandemic and last year’s flood, needs in the community are on the rise.

“Every offender that we can get those convictions taken out of their criminal history is a huge advantage for them going out into the workplace.”
Midland County offers a “Clean Slate” to previous offenders

The “Clean Slate” expungement expansion laws started going into effect on April 11, 2020. The opportunity for previous offenders to wipe their criminal records has never been easier or more accessible.

It's pumpkin season.
“Fall” in love with Midland County: A guide to living this fall to the fullest

Yes, we have a pumpkin patch and orchards, and they’re wonderful! But we have so much more. See our roundup of fall activities and events. You name it, we’ve got it: nature walks, trick-or-treating, treasure hunts; painting, poetry, shopping, and more.

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