Common scams and how to spot them: Q&A with Chase Bank

In a recent Chase survey of 2,000 consumers, 84% of survey respondents agreed that scams and scammers have become more sophisticated in recent years. Here's what to watch out for.

Digital Divas participants.
EMU’s Digital Divas program expands into Detroit with esports teams for high school girls

Members of the two esports teams will have the opportunity to learn more about STEM careers, learn soft skills, and gain competitive advantage in male-dominated fields.

At The Corner in Ypsi, young people find health care that’s affordable, holistic and judgement-free

"We have a six-month waitlist for our mental health providers. We need to hire more therapists and mental health staff," says Versell Smith, Jr., executive director of The Corner Health Center in Ypsilanti. "When a young person comes forward to say, 'I need help,' we need to be able to deliver help to them that day."

Children in the Three Sisters Garden in Buckley.
SNAP-Ed programs grow change in Michigan’s northwestern rural communities

Covering five northern Michigan counties, Northwest Education Services (NES) nutrition educators use a community-based approach that recognizes the unique strengths and challenges of each community they serve.

An intergenerational Spanish class at the Ypsilanti Senior Center.
Intergenerational programs bring younger and older Michiganders together to promote healthier aging

With funding from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, the national nonprofit Generations United is bringing generations together to build communities that work better for all.

Shelby Township resident Nicholas Tabarias has rediscovered his love of writing and performing music since recovering from gambling addiction.
Michigan tackles dramatic rise in problem gambling

Numerous Michiganders have struggled with problem gambling since online gambling was legalized in the state, but help is available.

If it ain’t fixed, break it: Nonprofits reimagine governance

As the sector faces growing complexities, many organizations are realizing their old ways of doing things are no longer working. Is now an opportunity to ask bold questions and create new visions of governance for the future?

Undaunted by the pandemic, Mint dances into new projects and draws in more creative youth

"Justice and joy are continuing themes in our creative work," says Vickie Elmer, co-founder and executive director at Mint Artist Guild. "Creativity really does flourish in challenging times, like Mint growing all over the city and the state."  

Single Family Living says, “We are that family for you,” and no parent should walk alone

"The biggest challenge for most single families is housing," says Jeri Hunley, founder and executive director of Single Family Living. "I don't care how many people say they're making sure we have affordable housing for families. It's not true. What's considered to be affordable is a joke. Most single parents are working at least two to three jobs to provide and care for their family."  

Marygrove Conservancy to focus on uplifting “culture-bearers” to meet challenges ahead

How might Marygrove Conservancy work to ensure the entrepreneurial and economic advancement of culture-bearers in the Live6 communities? Here's the plan.

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