Sometimes nonprofits need help to fulfill their mission of helping others within their communities. For Volunteers of America Michigan, when costly necessary roof repairs and upgraded lighting came up, they found a supportive partner in IFF. The community development financial institution that has provided millions of dollars of loans to five of the VOA Michigan thrift stores.
Flint Rx Kids will host its second annual Baby Parade on Friday, July 25, at Applewood Estate. The event celebrates the program’s milestones with a walking parade, family-friendly activities, free food, and more.
Genesee Intermediate School District is set to host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 22 at 10:00 AM to celebrate the reopening of Summerfield Early Childhood Education Center.
The City of Flint is launching 'Wellness Wednesday,' a weekly initiative starting June 25, offering free health screenings, wellness resources, and expert consultations to residents.
The potential closure of Flint’s Job Corps has left students and community members reeling and unsure of what comes next. As legal battles unfold in federal court, Flint’s youth face a ticking clock and an uncertain future.
Rx Kids recently hit a major milestone as the program surpassed over $10 million in cash prescriptions to enrolled moms, babies, and families since launching in Flint in 2024.
Bethel United Methodist Church will host a free Good Friday Food Giveaway on April 18 at 10 a.m. at 1309 N. Ballenger Hwy. in Flint. The event is open to the public and will offer families groceries for a full meal, kids’ treats, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
'Be a Tourist in Your Hometown' returns to Flint & Genesee on May 10, offering residents free access to over 20 local attractions and discounts at downtown restaurants.
The Flint Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is set to host the 16th Annual Community Basic Needs Fair on Saturday, March 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, and Black Americans are disproportionately affected. However, there are numerous preventative measures that individuals can take to sustain a longer, healthier life.
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