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Community collaborations help coordinate shelter, food, clothing, and other basic needs alongside behavioral health services. Community Action of Allegan County home-delivered meals drivers.

Mental health agencies strengthen services through community collaborations

Across Michigan, community mental health (CMH) agencies are expanding their reach through partnerships with local organizations that address housing, transportation, and other barriers to care. These collaborations aim to create a more coordinated and accessible mental health system, particularly for individuals with complex needs.  

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Flint-based packaging company NorthGate was honored with General Motors’ 2024 Supplier of the Year Overdrive Award.
Flint’s NorthGate wins GM Overdrive Award, proving purpose and profit can thrive together

Flint's NorthGate was honored with General Motors’ 2024 Supplier of the Year Overdrive Award for its commitment to second-chance hiring and development through its Be Ready Enrichment Services program. 

FIM's President and CEO, Rodney Lontine, sits pensively onstage inside the Capitol Theatre in downtown Flint on June 18, 2025.
The FIM expands its vision, community outreach, and creative partnerships in new season

Under the leadership of CEO Rodney Lontine, the Flint Institute of Music is undergoing a powerful transformation guided by a new strategic framework centered on accessibility, education, and community wellness.

Maiya LeGardye is the manager of Flint Local 432 and presenter of the new show, Uptown Sounds.
Maiya LeGardye discusses ‘Uptown Sounds’ that amplifies music by local and indie artists

Flint native Maiya LeGardye discusses the inspiration behind her new radio show, Uptown Sounds, and the importance of giving independent music artists a platform to shine.

Trailblazing soccer leader Carrie Taylor returned to her hometown to inspire the next generation of female athletes at Flint Style Soccer’s first-ever Empowering Women in Soccer clinic.
Soccer star Carrie Taylor returns home to lead girls’ empowerment clinic in Flint

Trailblazing soccer leader Carrie Taylor returned to her hometown to inspire the next generation of female athletes at Flint Style Soccer’s first-ever Empowering Women in Soccer clinic.

Flint artist and now community organizer G-S tha DreaM stands with his arms wide open during his closing performance at a Juneteenth festival on June 8, 2025.
G-S tha DreaM leads Civic Park’s Juneteenth with music and a mission to give

Led by local artist G-S tha DreaM, Civic Park’s Urban Renaissance Center hosted a Juneteenth event that blended high-energy performances with a mission to uplift and give back.

Flint teens ages 15 to 19 can apply for paid summer jobs during the City of Flint’s Youth Job Application Event on June 12 at the Clio Road Service Center.
City of Flint to host summer job application event for youth on June 12

Flint teens ages 15 to 19 can apply for paid summer jobs during the City of Flint’s Youth Job Application Event on Thursday, June 12, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Clio Road Service Center.

100K Ideas presents 100Karnival — a student-led fundraiser packed with games, prizes, snacks, and summer fun.
100K Ideas brings carnival fun to downtown Flint with a student-led fundraiser

100K Ideas presents 100Karnival — a student-led fundraiser packed with games, prizes, snacks, and summer fun. From dunk tanks to cotton candy, it’s your chance to support local college students while having a blast.

Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble will bring the sounds of Louisiana to Flint on September 30, during the 2025 Levitt AMP Flint Music Series.
Levitt AMP Flint Music Series brings global sounds to Totem Books’ back lawn

Hosted by Communities First, Inc., the 2025 Levitt AMP Flint Music Series brings free world-class music concerts to Flint throughout spring and summer.

Ferris State University’s Flint Hub is set to host 'Service Alchemy: Turning Moments into Business Gold' on Monday, June 2, at the MCC Event Center.
Ferris State University’s Flint Hub to host free panel event on sustainable entrepreneurship, June 2

Ferris State University’s Flint Hub is set to host 'Service Alchemy: Turning Moments into Business Gold' on Monday, June 2, at the MCC Event Center. The free event is designed to spark conversations about business resilience and sustainability, and will feature a panel of seasoned entrepreneurs.

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