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Michigan United Way merger reflects national trend; more likely coming
Chris Sargent compares the merging of three Michigan-based United Way affiliates to a regional business with local outlets.
Michigan rolls out $5M sweepstakes for vaccinated adults
Michigan is the latest state to offer a lottery-style incentive for residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine under a new partnership with Meijer Inc. and the Michigan Association of United Ways.
Utility foundations use deep nonprofit network to distribute millions in COVID relief funds
The corporate foundations of the state’s two major energy utilities have distributed nearly $26.5 million in direct relief funds to meet basic needs such as food, shelter and personal protective equipment since the COVID-19 pandemic began.
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.
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.