Displaying items by tag: Heart of West Michigan United Way
MiBiz Growth Report: March 28, 2021
Here's the MiBiz Growth Report for March 28, 2021.
Nonprofits less likely to draw from second round of federal PPP loans
The full effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the national economy was still largely unknown when the first round of federal Paycheck Protection Program loans was announced in late March 2020.
United Way simulation tool shares experience of ALICE households
An online simulation tool rolled out by Heart of West Michigan United Way in September is designed to build empathy and help people understand what it’s like to live as an ALICE (Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed) household.
MiBiz Growth Report: September 13, 2020
This is the MiBiz growth report for September 13, 2020.
Kent County issues $2.3 million in pandemic grants to area nonprofits
Kent County and the Heart of West Michigan United Way have issued more than $2.3 million in pandemic relief grants to area nonprofits while more is on the way.
United Way analysis confirms racial disparities in income, public health outcomes
The choices facing nearly two-thirds of Black households in Michigan are stark and unrelenting, with many forced to choose between paying for a prescription or food, a utility bill or rent.
Stock market volatility could affect philanthropy in years ahead
The amount of money area foundations are able to give away this year won’t change much, if at all, but 2021 could see some level of decreases depending on what happens with the stock market in subsequent quarters.
Volunteer-powered coalition helps Kent County residents file tax returns
Powered by hundreds of highly trained volunteers, the Kent County Tax Credit Coalition helps working individuals and families in the region receive important refunds during tax season.
Economic, community development officials call for action to raise wages
A significant and expanding group of people in Michigan are working but still not bringing home a paycheck big enough to cover their basic expenses.
Nonprofits take leading role in community outreach for 2020 Census
As concerns over privacy and misinformation mount, federal and state officials are preparing for the 2020 Census by using nonprofits to collect an accurate count of the nation’s residents.