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Social media can improve our connection to people from far away, but it also can lead to unrealistic expectations.

13 social media accounts that love Bay County

Discover the beauty of Bay County on these 13 social media accounts that uplift our community.

YAC members make sure students start the school year strong

Local teens make sure all kids have what they need to feel confident on the first day of school. The Helen Wirt Lee Back 2 School Clothing/Backpack Program is accepting applications now for the 2024-25 academic year.

The Bay-Arenac Diaper Bank provides thousands of diapers every year to families who need a little help. 
Half of U.S. families struggle to pay for diapers; Bay-Arenac Diaper Bank can help

The Bay-Arenac Diaper Bank relies on donations, grants, and volunteers to provide thousands of diapers to families in two counties

Caregivers for people living with dementia are invited to support groups and trainings available through Golden Horizons Adult Day Center.
Training and support groups help caregivers and people living with dementia

The grant-funded Dementia Training Project allows Golden Horizons Adult Day Center to provide support and guidance for area caregivers. Funding for the project comes from Bay Area Community Foundation’s Alzheimer’s Fund.

In 2022, Hidden Harvest volunteers distributed more than 472,000 pounds of food to Bay County agencies such as soup kitchen, food pantries, and more. (Photo courtesy of Hidden Harvest)
Hidden Harvest is taking a bite out of food insecurity in the region

Hidden Harvest relies on donations to help soup kitchens, food pantries, and more provide millions of meals to people in Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties  

Give Local Bay 2025 raised more than $200,000 for 62 local funds supporting nonprofits.
Inspiring Generosity: New series showcases the impact of the Bay Area Community Foundation

In its Inspiring Generosity series, Route Bay City highlights projects of the Bay Area Community Foundation. This week, the focus is on Walt and Carol Weinlander and the creation of the Legacy Society.

Habitat for Humanity of Bay County qualified for state money to launch a 'Missing Middle' building program in 2024.
Habitat for Humanity Bay County set to break ground on first of four new ‘Missing Middle’ homes

Bay County Habitat for Humanity qualified for state money to help offset the expense of building affordable homes for middle-income families.

Give Local Bay 2025 raised more than $200,000 for 62 local funds supporting nonprofits.
Child-care providers in Bay County are eligible for grants to increase capacity and improve quality

Bay Area Community Foundation and Bay County launch a $300,000 ARPA grant program to enhance child-care capacity and quality

On Tues., May 9, Self Love Beauty asks everyone to practice using affirming statements for internal and external dialogue. (Photo courtesy of Self Love Beauty)
Positive vibes only on May 9

Self Love Beauty encourages the Great Lakes Bay Region to celebrate Affirmation Day by spreading positive messages on Tues., May 9  

In March, about 40 people attended a Mental Health First Aid training, learning how to listen to teens as they discuss difficulties. (Photo courtesy of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance)
Mental Health First Aid turns adults into allies for teens facing tough times

About 40 people participated in the first Mental Health First Aid training in March. Organizers are looking for funding to offer additional trainings, both for adults and teens.  

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