Community Foundation Of Plymouth

DECEMBER IS NATIONAL CAR DONATION MONTH

National Car Donation Month serves as a reminder that we can give in many ways to causes we care about without writing a check. Every year in the U.S., we donate 750,000 vehicles with the most donations occurring in December.

Local Impact Alliance and it's affiliates work with a Car donation nonprofit "CARS", who make the process so easy and smooth. If you have a old car and you want to replace it new car, please consider donating. This organization will pick your car and You will get the tax donation receipt and necessary tax documents.

https://careasy.org/home

Giving Tuesday is November 28, 2023!

If you're looking for Giving Tuesday, you're in the right place. On November 28, 2023, 5 of our affiliate non profit organizations throughout Western Wayne county of Michigan, as well as a few of the Community Foundation's key programs, will team up to raise funds for the good of our communities!

As your Local Community Foundation, we spend every day working to improve the lives of all who live in your local community. Our Community Foundation is built from donations from hundreds of people who care about our communities, allows your gift to do the most good, sustaining and building a vibrant region.

YOU ARE A CHANGE-MAKER. YOU BELIEVE IN OUR COMMUNITIES, AND YOU WANT TO MAKE THEM BETTER. WE FEEL THE SAME WAY.

Local Impact Alliance consist of following non profits, foundations, giving circle and community programs:

Canton Community Foundation - Since 1989, the Canton Community Foundation has helped to enhance philanthropy in Canton Township and the surrounding communities.

Community Foundation of Plymouth - The Community Foundation of Plymouth has worked to enrich the quality of life in the Plymouth area through grants and scholarships that have benefited Plymouth residents.

Westland Community Foundation - In 1996, the Westland Community Foundation was founded to enhance Westland's civic, educational, and cultural communities

Eagles For Children - Eagles for Children® is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that uses a simple, fun and engaging program at private golf clubs to raise funds to support local children's charities that benefit disadvantaged children.

Giving Hope, Women's Giving Circle - Group of local women philanthropists helping in the local community, reaching and assisting women, children, and their families in need.

P.O.R.C.H. - Providing Others Renewed Confidence and Hope, a community service provided free to the local senior residents who are struggling with loneliness.

Please support any of the program which touches your heart
Donate here https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/local_impact_alliance_donation

Let's all be thankful!

Wishing our Staff, Board of Directors, Fund holders, Volunteers and specially our Donors a safe and happy thanksgiving.

We are very grateful to all of you, without your support we won't be able to make any impact.

Let's continue to be difference makers and keep building a better community.

Local Impact Alliance Family consists of Canton Community Foundation, Community Foundation Of Plymouth, Westland Community Foundation, Giving Hope, Women's Giving Circle, Eagles for Children , P.O.R.C.H.

Community Foundation of Plymouth an affiliate of Local Impact Alliance wishes the community happy Veterans Day!

Every year since last 13 years, our non profit has organized a Veterans Summit for our local hero's who have served the Nation free of cost to them and their families.

Community of Plymouth is also home to Plymouth Veterans Memorial Park, where you can honor a Veteran by purchasing a paver.

We take pride in our work that we are able to provide to our local Veterans.

Thank you for your service.

Don't forget it's on 8th Nov at Plymouth District Library

FIREARM SAFETY - LIA Lunch & Learn
We hope that you will join us for this very important topic.

Details:
Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 11:30-1:00 pm
Plymouth District Library
(223 Main St., Plymouth, MI Walldorf Room)

This is a FREE event, however, we ask that you register.
This event is part of the Local Impact Alliance's "Lunch & Learn" program.

Bring your lunch and feed your mind.

Speaker - Dr. Laura Seewald is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and a Research Assistant Professor with the Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention at the University of Michigan.

Community Foundation of Plymouth is an affiliate of Local Impact Alliance.

The Community Foundation of Plymouth has worked to enrich the quality of life in the Plymouth area through grants and scholarships that have benefited Plymouth residents. We work with those who have a similar vision to build on our permanent endowment to benefit the community of Plymouth.

Since 2005, the Community Foundation of Plymouth has granted more than $1.3 million to support local programs, projects and students in the Plymouth community.

That is certainly an amazing amount of money that has gone back into helping our local community! Most recently, $12,000 was granted to worthy organizations that applied for grants during yearly granting cycle.

They included:

# Leo Rising
# Miracle League of Plymouth
# Plymouth Community Foster Closet
# New Hope Center for Grief Support
# YMCA of Metro Detroit - Plymouth chapter
# Courageous Kids

Each year, in October, advocates, survivors, and supporters recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). It provides an opportunity to remember victims of domestic violence, raise awareness of what domestic violence is, how to recognize it, and what we can all do to collectively prevent it.

Since 1978, First Step has been working for peaceful families and safe communities in Wayne County, Michigan. First Step is a non-profit agency providing comprehensive services for victims of domestic and sexual violence.

Local Impact Alliance and it's affiliates are proud to support First Step to serve in our Local community.

In order to support you can donate to this worthy organization so they continue their mission. YOU ARE GIFTING HOPE TO SURVIVORS.
When you give to First Step, you are not just supporting our agency, you are helping survivors build a life free of violence and bringing peace to their families.

83¢ of every dollar donated will go directly to First Step's programs and services. It is because of your generosity, they are able to help families find the path to peace and safety.

If you need First Step support, services, or referrals, please call our 24-hour helpline at 734-722-6800.

Donate Now - First Step - Wayne County's Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Comprehensive Agency You are gifting hope to survivors. When you give to First Step, you are not just supporting our agency, you are helping survivors build a life free of violence and bringing peace to their families. 83¢ of every dollar donated will go directly to First Step's programs and services. It is because of ...

Create Your Own Pollinator Garden - Lunch & Learn

Interested in helping the environment and beautifying your yard? Why not plant a wildflower garden? Native wildflowers can provide beneficial habitats for pollinators like butterflies, bees, moths, birds and other insects. They are beautiful, beneficial and easy to maintain.

Details:
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - 11:30-12:30 pm
Canton Township Administrative Building
(1150 Canton Center Rd., Canton - 1st floor board room)
This is a FREE event, however, we ask that you register.
This event is part of the Local Impact Alliance's "Lunch & Learn" program.
Bring your lunch and feed your mind.

About our Speaker
David Hammond is an EMMY award-winning documentary producer — an entrepreneur with a diverse background in professional sports, broadcasting, environmental policy, and non-profit management. In 2022 he founded Creating Habitats for Pollinators, a nonprofit whose goal is to increase habitats for pollinating insects and animals by planting native wildflowers.
Call 734-495-1200 to register

Are you looking for a fun event to help out the community? Check out Make a Difference Day, raking leaves for the elderly and disabled. All you can eat breakfast will be served. Sign up as a team and have a great day helping out those in need in the community.
Organized by Plymouth Community United Way 🍁🍂🍁

Plymouth Community United Way is collecting Hats for the Homeless.

Local Needs Local Solutions.

Community Foundation Plymouth supports the mission of Plymouth United Way by enriching the lives of people who live in 48170 zip code.

The Community Foundation of Plymouth has worked to enrich the quality of life in the Plymouth area through grants and scholarships that have benefited Plymouth residents.

Since 2005, the Community Foundation of Plymouth has granted more than $1.5 million to support local programs, projects and students in the Plymouth community.

The members of the Community Foundation of Plymouth Advisory Board are not only leaders in their field, but leaders in their community. This volunteer group of distinguished community members brings a valuable perspective to how we can best serve the Plymouth community and those that are within the 48170 zip code.

Plymouth Board Members

John Laman - Chair
Dennis LaVoy - Trustee
Sheila Paton - Trustee
Brian Madison - Trustee
Richard Czeck - Trustee

Learn more about Community Foundation Plymouth. CFP is an affiliate of Local Impact Alliance
https://localimpactalliance.org/plymouth

September is Su***de Prevention and Awareness Month

By starting the conversation, providing support, and directing help to those who need it, we can help prevent su***des and save lives. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. You are not alone.

How to Help Someone You Know

If you know someone who is at immediate risk of su***de, call 911 right away. It can be difficult when someone you know expresses thoughts about su***de, but you can show support by doing the following:

. Your willingness to express your concern for the person in crisis can be the first step in getting that person help.

. Being an active listener is another way of reminding a person in crisis that they are not alone.

Present. Your physical and emotional presence in the person’s life makes a difference. If you are worried about their safety, get help from a mental health professional immediately.

or text 988. Last year, 988 was activated as a new three-digit dialing code. When someone dials 988, they will be connected to the existing National Su***de Prevention Lifeline. This confidential support line is available 24 hours a day to provide free help to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.

Local Impact Alliance and it's affiliates work closely together with other non profits to provide help and spread the awareness in the community.

Community Foundation of Plymouth Grants Application is open till 30th September 2023

The Community Foundation of Plymouth is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Plymouth area by providing grants to organizations that support our mission.

These organizations must:
- Be 501(c) public charities.
- Encourage the self-sufficiency and well-being of residents within the 48170 zip code.
- Encourage programs which are collaborative, comprehensive and have the potential to be continuous.
- Encourage leveraging and matching grant opportunities from multiple funders.
- Support "seed" money opportunities for innovative projects.

While the Community Foundation of Plymouth remains flexible in trying to meet community needs, the following are areas that will generally not be considered for funding at this time:
- Routine operating expenses
- Travel, tours or trips
- Endowment campaigns
- Special fundraising events and sponsorships
- Organizations that do not provide services to the greater Plymouth, Michigan area
- Political organizations
- Existing obligations or debts/liabilities
- Individuals
- Issues that divide us, not unite us.

https://cantonfoundationgrants.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx

PORCH Volunteers spent a great evening with senior community residents.

The volunteers baked cookies, took farm fresh vegetables to enjoy with senior friends.

A game of BINGO was enjoyed by all!

To learn more about PORCH and become volunteer, please click on the link.
https://localimpactalliance.org/porch

PORCH is a program offered by Local Impact Alliance Free to the community.

September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance
Americans of all ages and backgrounds are again invited to join and lead community service projects to honor the lives and service of those we lost on September 11.

Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course that teaches participants about mental health and substance-use issues.

Identify. Understand. Respond.

Mental Health First Aid USA is a public education program managed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that helps learners to identify signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge in adults, understand the effects of mental health challenges on an adult’s life, and safely respond to an adult experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis.

Residents of Wayne County Commission District 10 (Plymouth-Canton) are eligible for a FREE course. Email [email protected] or call 313-224-0882 to check your eligibility for this offer and receive your coupon code. You must register with the coupon code in order to get the course for free.

Local Impact Alliance and it's affiliates is managing a generous grant from Wayne County to make this as no cost to participants.

If you are interested to do this course please click on the link
https://www.canr.msu.edu/mental-health-first-aid/adults

This Labor Day, let's celebrate workers by building an equitable, empowered workforce for all.

Community Foundation of Plymouth Grants

The Community Foundation of Plymouth is dedicated to enriching the quality of life in the Plymouth area by providing grants to organizations that support our mission.

These organizations must:
- Be 501(c) public charities.
- Encourage the self-sufficiency and well-being of residents within the 48170 zip code.
- Encourage programs which are collaborative, comprehensive and have the potential to be continuous.
- Encourage leveraging and matching grant opportunities from multiple funders.
- Support "seed" money opportunities for innovative projects.

The application is open till September 30th!
https://cantonfoundationgrants.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx