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SUMMARY:POVERTY\, BY AMERICA
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 19\, 2024: POVERTY\, BY AMERICA \nMatthew Desmond
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/poverty-by-america/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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SUMMARY:TABLE CONVERSATIONS: BUILDING COMMUNITY AS WE EAT
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 22\, 2024: TABLE CONVERSATIONS: BUILDING COMMUNITY AS WE EAT \nKendall Vanderslice
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/table-conversations-building-community-as-we-eat/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
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SUMMARY:THE LOST ART OF DYING: ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN FACING OUR MORTALITY
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 23\, 2024: THE LOST ART OF DYING: ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN FACING OUR MORTALITY \nLydia Dugdale
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/the-lost-art-of-dying-ethical-considerations-in-facing-our-mortality/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240124T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240124T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T140140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142823Z
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SUMMARY:LESSONS I'VE LEARNED FROM LISTENING
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 24\, 2024: LESSONS I’VE LEARNED FROM LISTENING \nNiala Boodhoo
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/lessons-ive-learned-from-listening/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240125T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T140329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142756Z
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SUMMARY:ROUTE FINDING FOR SUCCESS
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 25\, 2024: ROUTE FINDING FOR SUCCESS \nTommy Caldwell
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/route-finding-for-success/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240126T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T140509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142732Z
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SUMMARY:RESTLESS DEVICES: CHRISTIAN FORMATION IN A DIGITAL WORLD
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 26\, 2024: RESTLESS DEVICES: CHRISTIAN FORMATION IN A DIGITAL WORLD \nFelicia Wu Song
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/restless-devices-christian-formation-in-a-digital-world/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240129T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T141735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142701Z
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SUMMARY:TECHNOLOGY\, LUDDITES\, AND THE FUTURE OF WORK
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 29\, 2024: TECHNOLOGY\, LUDDITES\, AND THE FUTURE OF WORK \nJacob Goldstein
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/technology-luddites-and-the-future-of-work/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240130T133000
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CREATED:20240109T141904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142636Z
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SUMMARY:NEURODIVERGENT STORYTELLING
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 30\, 2024: NEURODIVERGENT STORYTELLING \nDaniel Bowman
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/neurodivergent-storytelling/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240131T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240131T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T142025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142612Z
UID:13432-1706704200-1706707800@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:A LIVE RECORDING OF THE PODCAST\, "POETRY FOR ALL" WITH MARILYN NELSON
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nJAN 31\, 2024: A LIVE RECORDING OF THE PODCAST\, “POETRY FOR ALL” WITH MARILYN NELSON \nAbram Van Engen\, Joanne Diaz and Marilyn Nelson
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/a-live-recording-of-the-podcast-poetry-for-all-with-marilyn-nelson/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240201T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240201T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T142210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142546Z
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SUMMARY:WHAT'S BECOMING OF US?: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nFEB. 1\, 2024: WHAT’S BECOMING OF US?: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND THE FUTURE OF THE CHURCH \nTim Dalrymple
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/whats-becoming-of-us-artificial-intelligence-and-the-future-of-the-church/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240202T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240202T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20240109T142350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T142519Z
UID:13436-1706877000-1706880600@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:TUNING OUR MINDS\, EARS\, AND HEARTS TO SING GOD'S GRACE: REFLECTIONS OF A CONDUCTOR
DESCRIPTION:The January Series is a FREE 15-day award-winning lecture series that takes place each year at Calvin University.  The series aims to cultivate deep thought and conversations about important issues of the day\, to inspire cultural renewal and make us better global citizens. \nFEB. 2\, 2024: TUNING OUR MINDS\, EARS\, AND HEARTS TO SING GOD’S GRACE: REFLECTIONS OF A CONDUCTOR \nPearl Shangkuan
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/tuning-our-minds-ears-and-hearts-to-sing-gods-grace-reflections-of-a-conductor/
LOCATION:The Beardsley Theather\, 425 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241011T180000
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SUMMARY:2024 Annual Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us in building a strong community. All are welcome to this FREE event featuring our Community Impact Award presentation and speaker\, Charles Marohn\, Jr.\, founder of Strong Towns and author of Strong Towns: A Bottom-Up Revolution to Rebuild American Prosperity. \nDoors Open: 3:00 p.m.\nWelcome & Award Presentation: 3:30 p.m.\nSpeaker: 4:00 p.m.\nBook Signing: 5:00 p.m. \nFree food\, drinks\, & cash bar available. \n2024 COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD recipients Dr. Dick & Lynn Kamps\, Founders of Step Up Muskegon.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/2024-annual-gathering/
LOCATION:Frauenthal Center\, 425 W. Western\, Muskegon\, Michigan
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241017T204917Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher Mini-Grant Applications DUE
DESCRIPTION:Our Youth Advisory Council (YAC) invites school district employees to apply for mini-grants to help them out in the classroom. Whether it’s a new idea or that little extra you need to make your lesson plans great\, you can brighten your classroom with help from the YAC. Grants can be up to $500 for specific projects or programs including program enhancement that meets curriculum guidelines\, expanding an already existing unit\, student awards\, special events\, professional development\, artists in residence\, and parent involvement programs.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/teacher-mini-grant-applications-due/
CATEGORIES:Application Due Date
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241017T203801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T180604Z
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SUMMARY:Graphic Design Workshop: Design with Ease Using Canva
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE in-person Canva crash course presented by Cooper Sorvig and Katrina Friese from Lake FX Media. Learn the basics. Bring a computer\, tablet\, or device of your choice. \n\nGain better understanding of the tools and applications Canva offers\nLearn how to design assets for an effective marketing campaign\n\n  \nSpace is limited. Register by October 25th to save your spot!
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/design-with-ease-canva-workshop/
LOCATION:Frauenthal Center\, 425 W. Western\, Muskegon\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241029T130019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T130705Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Appeal Workshop (RSVP by Nov. 1st)
DESCRIPTION:Led by the Community Foundation’s Development Team\, sharpen your skills in building a year-end appeal. Bring your current or past annual appeals for this in-person training. You will have the opportunity to get ideas from your colleagues based on the information presented. \nSpace is limited. Register by November 1st to save your spot! \n*Lunch will be provided – Please ensure that you register and add guest information to your ticket.\nEmail any dietary restrictions to receptionist@muskegonfoundation.org
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/annual-appeal-session/
LOCATION:Hilt Building\, 427 W. Western Avenue\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241029T174932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T175648Z
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SUMMARY:Faith Partners Luncheon (RSVP by Nov. 11)
DESCRIPTION:If you are a local Muskegon County House of Worship\, join us for fellowship and conversation at Kingdom Embassy Church. Pastor Arthur and Ardena Duren will highlight their church’s educational programs and the efforts they have found to be most impactful. If you would like more information on how to become a faith partner\, contact Amy Moore at amy@muskegonfoundation.org. \nRegister by November 11 to save your seat! \nLunch will be provided. Please email dietary restrictions to receptionist@muskegonfoundation.org
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/faith-partners-luncheon-rsvp-by-nov-11/
LOCATION:Kingdom Embassy Covenant Church\, 3025 Glenside Blvd.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faith Partners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241206T153943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T153943Z
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SUMMARY:Presentación de Becas - Webinario
DESCRIPTION:¡Atención Clase 2025 y familias!  \nÚnanse a nuestro Webinario de Becas en Español este sábado 7 de diciembre a las 11 AM. Diana Giles\, Oficial de Inversión Comunitaria\, estará compartiendo todo lo que necesitas saber sobre el proceso de solicitud de becas y responderá tus preguntas. \nLa Fundación Comunitaria del Condado de Muskegon administra uno de los programas de becas más grandes de la región\, otorgando más de un millón de dólares anualmente en más de 500 becas nuevas y renovadas. ¡No te pierdas la oportunidad de aprender cómo aprovechar este programa!  \nÚnete por Zoom:  \nHaga clic aquí para unirse: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86774174197 \nID de reunión: 867 7417 4197  \n¡Prepárate para asegurar tu futuro educativo!
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/presentacion-de-becas-webinario/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250115T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241126T002729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T003304Z
UID:25075-1736953200-1736960400@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Workshop with Michigan League for Public Policy
DESCRIPTION:FREE Advocacy Workshop on Wednesday\, January 15 from 3-5PM with the Community Foundation featuring Amari Fuller with the Michigan League for Public Policy! \nPlease join us for this interactive workshop! Some key takeaways will include:\n– What is advocacy\, why is it important?\n– Lobbying as a 501c3 – What you need to know to engage in lobbying as a nonprofit\n– Advocacy strategies/engaging elected officials – How to engage in advocacy for your organization’s priorities \nRegister by January 8 to save your spot! \n 
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/advocacy-workshop-w-the-michigan-league-for-public-policy/
LOCATION:United Way of the Lakeshore\, 31 E. Clay Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250205
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20241213T183532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T202110Z
UID:25191-1738627200-1738713599@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, & Belonging Skills Training
DESCRIPTION:Registration Now Open for MCC’s Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging Series!\nJoin us for a four-part series Muskegon Community College’s DEI experts created to help nonprofit organizations develop essential Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging (DEIB) skills. This program costs $100 per person and includes engaging course materials and an MCC Certificate of Completion. Sessions will take place from 5:30–8:00 PM on February 11 & 25 and March 11 & 25 at MCC\, with free dinner and beverages available at 5:00 PM. \nSpace is limited to 30 participants\, so register soon to support your organization’s commitment to inclusivity and belonging! Financial assistance is available—The Community Foundation offers scholarships to help cover costs and overcome barriers to DEIB education. Contact MCC DEI at mccdei@muskegoncc.edu for scholarship information. \nRegister through MCC HERE by 5PM on Tuesday\, February 4\, 2025.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/diversity-equity-inclusion-belonging-skills-training/
LOCATION:Muskegon Community College\, 221 Quarterline Rd.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250117T222719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T222759Z
UID:25287-1739793600-1739793600@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Faith Partners Luncheon RSVP by FEB. 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Featured Presentation: The Ready for School Initiative\, a local collaborative comprised of members from the MAISD\, WGVU\, United Way\, Read Muskegon\, MADL\, and many others working to help families enroll their children in school on time and connect them to resources that will support them. \nPlease reserve your seat by February 10\, 2025. Lunch will be provided. \nThe Faith Partner Initiative began in 2021 through a convening of local area houses of worship. We reviewed countywide data and decided to work collaboratively toward the Community Foundation’s focus on advancing educational attainment\, specifically lifelong literacy and educational equity.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/faith-partners-luncheon-rsvp-by-feb-10-2025/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church of Muskegon\, 2577 Wickham Dr.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faith Partners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250312T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250312T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250304T161811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T162139Z
UID:25374-1741779000-1741786200@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Grants- Meet & Greet with Community Investment
DESCRIPTION:Join our Community Investment team for a Meet & Greet with Janelle Mair\, Martha Brown\, & Amy Moore. They’ll be at The Coffee Factory to chat about Strategic Grant opportunities and answer all your questions.  \nCome for the free coffee\, stay for the conversation! See you there!
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/strategic-grants-meet-greet-with-community-investment/
LOCATION:Coffee Factory\, 1402 Hudson St.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet & Greet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250319T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250226T214803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T214803Z
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SUMMARY:Will & Estate Planning with Mateskon Law
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of two sessions with Community Foundation Development staff and Attorney Andrew Mateskon – Mateskon Law. Andrew is a local expert and estate planning attorney who will share important information about planning for the future! \n12PM Lunch & Learn\n5PM Cheese & Chat
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/will-estate-planning-with-mateskon-law/
LOCATION:Patricia B Johnson Board Room\, 425 W Western Ave Ste 200\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250226T203512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T203512Z
UID:25361-1742630400-1742646600@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:12th Annual Business Expo - White Lake
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with the Montague-Whitehall Rotary Club\, connect with local businesses\, and stop by to chat with our Community Foundation staff! We’re excited to meet you\, hear your ideas\, and explore ways to support growth and success in the White Lake area.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/12th-annual-business-expo-white-lake/
LOCATION:Whitehall High School\, 3100 W. White Lake Dr.\, Whitehall\, MI\, 49461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meet & Greet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250429T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T205422Z
UID:25430-1747656000-1747661400@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Faith Partners - Grantmaking Basics & Grant Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:FAITH PARTNERS \nPlease join us on Monday\, May 19th\, as our Community Investment team will present important information on the Basics of Grantmaking and an overview of Faith Partners grant opportunities.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/faith-partners-grantmaking-basics-grant-opportunities/
LOCATION:St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church\, 1200 Seminole Rd\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faith Partners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250410T201211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T161017Z
UID:25421-1750159800-1750159800@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Nonprofit Financial Oversight - RSVP by June 11th
DESCRIPTION:Led by the Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance\, this workshop is designed for anyone needing a basic understanding of nonprofit financial statements\, particularly supporting board members and treasurers in their roles. It will provide a comprehensive overview of the key financial functions of a nonprofit\, covering essential topics for effective internal operations and long-term sustainability. Topics include a basic financial overview\, restricted funding\, diversifying revenue streams\, cash flow management\, and budgeting. Additionally\, the workshop will address external reporting requirements such as working with your auditor\, successfully completing an audit\, filing 990 returns\, and maintaining tax-exempt status. \nAttendees may include CFOs\, controllers\, CEOs/Executive Directors\, Finance and Operations staff\, or Nonprofit Board or Committee Members. \nSpace is limited. Register by June 11 to save your spot! This training will be held on June 17\, with two sessions available: from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM and from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/nonprofit-financial-oversight/
LOCATION:Hilt Building\, 427 W. Western Avenue\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250721T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250429T205124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T135247Z
UID:25453-1753099200-1753104600@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Faith Partners: "Taking Care of Business"
DESCRIPTION:Faith Partners “Taking Care of Business” – Monday\, July 21\nNoon-1:30 (lunch provided) at Lake Harbor United Methodist  (4861 Henry St.) \nDesigned for faith leaders in Muskegon County\, these quarterly luncheons provide an opportunity for local houses of worship to\nconnect with local efforts working toward supporting youth and families through education-focused efforts. The July meeting will\nequip faith leaders with resources to share with members important information about advanced health directives\, funeral preparation\nservices\, and utilizing FreeWill\, a will-planning tool made available for all in the community by the Community Foundation.\nLed by Pastor Mary Ivanov and the Community Foundation’s Development team. Click here to learn more about the Faith Partner Initiative. \nRegister by July 14 to save your spot!
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/faith-partners-grantmaking-basics/
LOCATION:Lake Harbor United Methodist\, 4861 Henry St.\, Muskegon\, 49441\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faith Partners
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250724T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250109T205829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T162755Z
UID:25271-1753358400-1753363800@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Grantmaking Basics
DESCRIPTION:Grantmaking Basics- Thursday\, July 24 \nNoon-1:30 (lunch provided) at Pioneer Resources (1145 Wesley Ave.) \nLed by the Community Investment team\, this interactive workshop is designed to inform participants on grantmaking basics and details on applying for a grant\, preparing a budget\, and incorporating program evaluation components. Participants will complete the workshop with a better understanding of the basic components of a grant application\, standard terms used in the field of philanthropy\, and tools needed to complete a program/project budget. \nRegister by July 17 to save your spot!
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/grant-basics-workshop-virtual/
LOCATION:Pioneer Resources\, 1145 Wesley Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250731T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250731T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250605T185324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T185443Z
UID:25567-1753966800-1753974000@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Human Resources Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:HR Roundtable – Thursday\, July 31\n1PM-3PM at the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce \nLisa Sabourin\, Executive Vice President for ASE | West Michigan\, will give a brief highlight of HR top issues for\n2025 and lead the discussion on hot topics including: \n\nCompliance: ESTA\, other leave rules\, recordkeeping\, etc.\nRecruitment/selection: Best practices for the hiring process and building a talent pool\nRetention: Strategies and perks that make people stick\nDevelopment: Ensure your people have the right skills and opportunity for development\nTechnology/AI – Navigating these new tools\n\nRegister by July 28 to save your spot!
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/human-resources-roundtable/
LOCATION:Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce\, 380 W. Western Ave.\, Muskegon\, MI\, 49440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250805T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250415T145259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T161103Z
UID:25424-1754406000-1754413200@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Board Leadership Training - RSVP by August 1st
DESCRIPTION:Board Leadership \nTuesdays\, August 5 & August 12 \n3:00-5:00 PM at Goodwill Industries – 271 E. Apple Ave. Muskegon \nLed by the Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance\, this two-part\, four–hour workshop is designed for first-time or seasoned nonprofit board members. Participants will complete the workshop with a better understanding of what is expected of board members and how the most effective boards support strategic nonprofit leadership.\nAttendees may include new or seasoned Nonprofit Board or Committee Members. Registration priority will be given to nonprofit leaders serving Muskegon County.
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/introduction-to-board-leadership/
LOCATION:Goodwill Industries\, 271 E. Apple Ave.\, Muskegon\, 49442\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T191709
CREATED:20250708T150357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T202642Z
UID:25594-1756144800-1756148400@muskegonfoundation.org
SUMMARY:AUGUST 6-25: MAKE A WILL Month Series
DESCRIPTION:Get help creating a legal will\, for FREE! \nJoin staff from the Community Foundation at various Muskegon Area District Library locations as they walk you through the process of creating a legal will using Free Will\, a new software. This is 100% free\, and many people finish in just 20 minutes! \nAUGUST 6: MADL Montague – CLICK TO REGISTER \nAUGUST 14: MADL Muskegon Heights – CLICK TO REGISTER \nAUGUST 20: MADL Ravenna – CLICK TO REGISTER \nAUGUST 25: MADL Norton Shores – CLICK TO REGISTER \n 
URL:https://muskegonfoundation.org/event/august-is-make-a-will-month/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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