FLINT, Michigan — The FlintNOW Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint (CFGF) has announced its first round of grant funding, distributing $1,595,000 to support programs aimed at enhancing the well-being of Flint residents. This funding represents a significant investment in the community with a second round of grants planned for 2025.
Established by Detroit Pistons owner and Platinum Equity CEO Tom Gores in response to the Flint Water Crisis, the FlintNOW Fund focuses on long-term improvements in education, economic development, and public health. Over the years, the initiative has expanded its reach, addressing evolving community needs.
“Our partnership with the Community Foundation of Greater Flint has expanded the impact of our giving,” said Gores in a recent press statement. “What started as a response to a crisis has evolved into a powerful grantmaking program supporting organizations that are making a real difference for Flint’s children and families.”
The first round of grants will benefit several organizations working to improve access to education, healthcare, and essential resources for Flint residents. Key recipients include:
Michigan State University – $500,000 over two years for the
Rx Kids: Prenatal and Infant Allowances initiative, which provides direct financial support to expectant mothers and infants to improve health and economic stability.
Vision to Learn – $300,000 over two years to offer free eye exams and glasses to students in Flint and Beecher schools, ensuring vision issues do not hinder educational success.
Communities First, Inc. – $120,000 for the
Safe Play at the Community Enrichment Center program, creating safe and engaging recreational spaces for children in Flint’s Northside.
The Greater Flint Health Coalition – $75,000 to expand the
Mid-Michigan CHAP program, which connects families to vital healthcare services for children.
Motherly Intercession, Inc. – $100,000 over two years for the
Strengthening Family Villages initiative, supporting families affected by incarceration.
InvolvedDad – $100,000 over two years for
DIALOGUE Year 2, a program that enhances family resilience and well-being through intergenerational support.
Flint Institute of Music – $50,000 for therapy programs aimed at youth impacted by trauma and lead exposure.
R.L. Jones Community Outreach Center – $125,000 for the
Northeast Flint Client Choice Pantry Project, providing food assistance with dignity and choice.
The Salvation Army – $75,000 over two years to support the
L.I.F.E. Center, offering fitness, education, and wellness programs for underserved youth.
Child Care Network Washtenaw Regional 4C – $150,000 over two years for the
Family Support Program 2025, which increases access to quality childcare for working families.
Dan Kildee, President and CEO of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, emphasized the role of collaboration in addressing Flint’s needs. “These grants demonstrate the power of collective investment in our community. By funding these critical initiatives, we are creating pathways to opportunity and stability for Flint families.”
With additional grants planned for 2025, the FlintNOW Fund remains dedicated to fostering a stronger, healthier, and more resilient Flint. The initiative continues to evolve, ensuring resources are directed toward the city’s most pressing challenges.
For more information about the FlintNOW Fund and its grant recipients, visit: cfgf.org.
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