JULY  2010

MISSAUKEE COUNTY 211 INITIATIVE RECEIVES GRANT

The Missaukee Area Community Foundation, a component fund of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, has awarded a grant in the amount of $1,000 to United Way of Wexford-Missaukee to help fund the Missaukee County 2-1-1- Initiative.   Presenting the check to United Way Executive Director Diane Dykstra was Jim Hinkamp, Board Chairman of the Missaukee Area Community Foundation, and Linda Kimbel, Executive Director of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation. 

Appearing in the photo, from left to right, is Linda Kimbel, Jim Hinkamp, Diane Dykstra)

june 2010

YOUTH PHILANTHROPY AND SERVICE CAMP 2010

They came to learn, have fun and share ideas on new and innovative ways to increase the impact of youth philanthropy and service learning in their hometowns across the nation. More than 400 students from small towns and big cities across Michigan and 5 other states, made their way to the 2010 Youth Philanthropy and Service Camp in East Lansing. The agenda was packed with sessions on topics such as proactive grantmaking, needs assessment, hunger and homelessness, networking and developing new projects that could be replicated in the participants' communities.

Members of the local youth advisory committee, the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee, attended the camp held at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI.

This year marked the first time that the Michigan Community Foundations' Youth Project (MCFYP) and their affiliated Youth Advisory Committees (YACs) combined their annual Youth Grantmakers Summer Leadership Conference with the Michigan LEAGUE powered by Learning to Give and Learn and Serve. This opened the camp doors to students participating in Service Learning programs through their respective high schools. Breannah Alexander, CMF's new Program Associate for Youth Philanthropy, called this year's camp “a once in a lifetime experience.”

The 2010 Youth Philanthropy and Service Camp was entirely planned and facilitated by a planning committee of young people. A joint effort between the Michigan Community Foundation's Youth Project (MCFYP) board and the Service-Learning committee, these 24 youth leaders chose speakers, planned the camp schedule, facilitated sessions, and hosted the three-day event.

Attending the 2010 Youth Philanthropy and Service Camp from the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee were Stella Doering, David Kraynak, Gunnar Loeks, Sarah Mitchell, Tyler Neiss, Dale Lynn Staats , and Sarah Zdrodowski . Acting as adult support for the young people was Adult Advisor Linda Kimbel , the Executive Director of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation.

 

James Frisbie Civil Engineering Scholarship Awarded

Cadillac, Michigan — — The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2010 recipient of the James Frisbie Civil Engineering Scholarship is Morgan Hansen, an engineering student at Michigan Technological University. This $3,000 Scholarship will assist Ms. Hansen in her studies as a second year student enrolled in the Civil Engineering Program. 

 

The James Frisbie Civil Engineering Scholarship Fund was created in January of 2010. Morgan is the first scholarship award recipient from that Fund. Morgan recently visited Cadillac to personally receive her scholarship check from Mr. James Frisbie. (photo left)

The James Frisbie Civil Engineering Scholarship , established by the US 131 Area Development Association in honor of James Frisbie, awards an annual scholarship/s to a student studying in the field of Civil Engineering. According Ken Oates, member of the US 131 Development Association; “ The association felt that Jim should have the honor to have this Scholarship in his name. We all think very highly of Jim and hope that this scholarship will assist a student in their Civil Engineering studies .”

 

To be eligibility for this Scholarship Award a student must be a currently enrolled full-time sophomore, junior or senior civil engineering student in an accredited civil engineering program; have a GPA of at least 3.0; must have graduated from a Michigan High School located in a County along the US 131 corridor (St. Joseph, Kalamazoo, Allegan, Kent, Montcalm, Mecosta, Osceola, Wexford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Antrim, Charlevoix, or Emmet); and be a member of a ABET-accredited Civil and/or Environmental Engineering Program and be in good standing at the time of application and award . The scholarship may be awarded only to a student who will employ it to continue his/her formal undergraduate education at a recognized ABET-accredited educational institution.

For specific information about this scholarship program, including the application process, please contact the Foundation office at 231-775-9911

Michael Mueller receives Career Development Scholarship

 

Cadillac, Michigan — — The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the Helen and Harvey Pell Fund for Education committee has awarded the Helen and Harvey Pell Career Development Scholarship for 2010 to Michael D. Mueller, a junior at Cadillac High School. This $2,500 scholarship will be used as part of Michael's tuition to attend Interlochen Center for the Arts to study Theatre and Drama during the 2010-2011 school year.

 

The Foundation is pleased to be able to award this scholarship to such a talented and deserving student who has enriched our community through his performances as an actor, singer, musician, and dancer, In addition to performing in the Cadillac High School Drama Club productions, Michael is also a member of the Cadillac Symphony,

 

The Helen and Harvey Pell Fund for Education Career Development Scholarship is a need based scholarship available to applicants who are current residents within the Wexford-Missaukee ISD. These scholarships are sent directly to the educational/training institution on behalf of the student.  

FOUNDATION BOARD BIDS FAREWELL TO DR. STEPHEN REZNICEK

It is with great regret that the Cadillac Area Community Foundation has accepted the resignation of Board of Trustees member, Dr. Stephen Reznicek.  . Dr. Reznicek has accepted a new  position that will take him, his wife Judy, and their three children, to Washington State later this summer. 

According to Dr. Reznicek, "The organization (Cadillac Area Community Foundation) is truly a wonderful asset for Cadillac.  Keep up the great work.  Judy and I raised our children here, and for a very good reason.".  

According to Foundation Executive Director, Linda L. Kimbel, "It is sad that Dr. Reznicek is leaving our community as well as our Board.  His involvement in the community as a interested and concerned citizen, as well as his hard work with the Foundation Board of Trustees, will be greatly missed." 

GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINE APPROACHES

The deadline for Round 2 of Trustee Grant Applications is June 30th. 

 

In general, the geographic focus of the Trustee Grant Program is specifically the City of Cadillac and its four surrounding townships. For a determination as to specific grant making geographic limitations for your program/project, please call the Foundation offices at 231-775-9911.

 

The Foundation typically awards grants in six fields of interest : culture and the arts, economic development, education, environment and recreation, health, and human services . Qualified applicants will be nonprofit groups and/or organizations that hold a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) status. Consideration is given to organizations and projects that make a substantial contribution toward the quality of life and delivery of services in the Cadillac area through creative and innovative programs.

For further information please click the Grantmaking tab on the left side of this page for grantmaking specific and application forms, or call our offices at 231-775-9911.

HELEN AND HARVEY PELL FUND FOR EDUCATION AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the Helen and Harvey Pell Fund for Education has awarded College Scholarships for 2010. This is the first year that the Fund has awarded Scholarships for post high school education. Recipients of the 2010 Student Scholarships are as follows:

 

Janelle Agren, graduating senior from Cadillac High School, was awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,500. Janelle will be studying Elementary Education and Spanish at Muskegon Community College. She graduated 18 th in her class with a 3.81 GPA.

 

Hannah Jaroh, graduating senior from Cadillac High School, was awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. She will be studying science this Fall but is undecided as to the College of her choice.

 

Adam Kelley, currently a student at Northern Michigan University and a 2009 Graduate from Cadillac High School, was awarded a scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to continue his studies in Criminal Justice at Northern Michigan University in Marquette.

 

Ms. Danielle Lutke, a current student at Northwestern Michigan University and former Manton High School graduate, was awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,500. Danielle is majoring in Elementary Education with minors in Child Development and Special Education.

 

Ashley Van Houten, graduating senior from McBain High School, was awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. Ashley will be studying graphic design at Adrian College. She graduated 8 th in her class with a 3.92 GPA.

 

The Board of Trustees of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation would like to congratulate our scholarship winners and send our best wishes for success in their future endeavors.

SUE WESTHAUSER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2010 recipient of the Sue Westhauser Memorial Scholarship is Abigail DeWitt , a 2010 Cadillac High School Graduate. This $1,000 Scholarship will assist Ms. DeWitt in her studies in the areas of English, Integrated Sciences, and Health at the Secondary Education level. According to Abigail, receiving the Sue Westhauser Memorial Scholarship will “help me get a great education so that I, in turn, can give a great education to my future students.” The Foundation would like to congratulate Abigail, and wishes her great success in her chosen field of study and her career choice.

(L-R Abigail DeWitt, Scholarship winner, Linda L. Kimbel, Executive Director, Cadillac Area Community Foundation.

community foundation tax credit no longer available to

insurance companies and financial institutions

It has recently come to our attention that the change from the Single Business Tax (SBT) to the Michigan Business Tax (MBT) has resulted in insurance companies and financial institutions being excluded from eligibility for the community foundation tax credit. 

The rational for this change is that since insurance companies and financial institutions are not subject to basic business tax, but rather franchise tax or business tax in lieu of other taxes, they have already been given special tax status and as such cannot also claim the standard credits.  This includes the Community Foundation endowment credits.  

There is currently no plan for pursuing a modification to this current legislation.

MAY 2010

2010 PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED FROM KELLY ANN GARCIA MEMORIAL FUND

As announced at the Cadillac High School Senior Spring Choir Concert on May 19, 2010, the Cadillac Area Community Foundation has awarded the 2010 Kelly Ann Garcia Memorial Scholarships for the Performing Arts to Cadillac High School Student Christina Rann (pictured at left with Walter Garcia, father of Kelly Ann Garcia). This scholarship, a $745 award, will help Christina pursue her educational goals at Alma College this fall where she will be focusing her studies on English and Music.

 

Christina was a member of the Cadillac High School Honors vocal Ensemble for three years, and participated in the school musicals. During her high school years Christina was a member of the PRIDE team, a youth to youth drug, alcohol, and violence free program that uses the arts to reach out to youth. She maintained a 3.96 grade point average and graduated 4 th out of a class of 207. The Garcia Scholarship Committee and the Cadillac Area Community Foundation are honored to be able to award this scholarship to Christina.

 

The Kelly Ann Garcia Memorial Scholarship Fund for the Performing Arts was established in 2003 to honor former Cadillac High School graduate, Kelly Ann Garcia. While a Cadillac Area Public School (CAPS) student, Kelly loved to sing and perform, and was very active in the performing arts. Kelly = s life tragically ended in an automobile accident in 2002, but her spirit lives on in her family and in those with whom she worked, lived, and sang. The Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance to students who personify spirit and potential in the performing arts with an emphasis on voice.

 

For more information about the Kelly Ann Garcia Memorial Scholarship Fund for the Performing Arts, please contact the Cadillac Area Community Foundation at 231-775-9911.

2010 MANNION SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO CAPS STUDENTS

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation Board of Trustees, is pleased to announce that Jillian Augustat and Elizabeth Badovinac have been selected as the 2010 recipients of the Dr. Frederick T. Mannion Scholarship Award .

Jillian Augustat will receive a scholarship in the amount of $2,000 to defray the costs of her education this fall at the University of Michigan. During her Senior year, Jillian has been demonstrating her leadership skills through her participation as the National Honor Society treasurer, a Student Council representative, and Section Leader of the Honors Jazz Band. This Scholarship was established in the memory of Dr. Mannion by his family, and it is awarded annually to graduating seniors from the Cadillac High School, based on an outstanding high school grade point average, a demonstration of excellent character, and participation in non-academic activities.

Elizabeth Badovinac will receive a scholarship in the amount of $1,000. She has been accepted to attend classes at Hope College and the University of Michigan. In addition to carrying a 3.98 grade point average, Elizabeth has been a member of the Cross Country team, the bookkeeper for sports games, volunteered time as a student tutor, participated in the school recycling program, and was a member of the Honors Vocal Ensemble.

The Dr. Frederick T. Mannion Scholarship Fund was established by the family of Dr. Mannion after his untimely death. The scholarship is awarded annually to graduating seniors from Cadillac High School based on an outstanding high school grade point average, a demonstration of excellent character and participation in non-academic activities. In order to qualify for application for this scholarship a student must rank in the Top 20 students academically in their graduating class.

FOUNDATION RECEIVES UNSUNG HERO AWARD

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation, and the Cadillac Rotary Charities, were named "Un-Sung Hero's" by Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan on May 13, 2010 in Traverse City.   Specifically, both the Foundation and Rotary were being recognized for the free food distribution program that has been running twice a month since the Fall of 2009.   The Foundation also received a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition. The Foundation was recognized as "a group that actively works and unselfishly impacts lives within the community".

Accepting the award for the Cadillac Rotary Club was Bruce DeRuiter (far left).  Accepting for the Foundation was Linda L. Kimbel (left), Executive Director of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation.

The free food distribution will continue to be held, the first and third Thursday of each month at 2:00PM behind the Cadillac Goodwill Store,  through the end of the year and possibly beyond.  For information about the free food distribution program please call 231-876-3012.  To volunteer to help with the food distribution please call 231-775-9911.

foundation makes pro-active grant for senior project fresh

The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that a grant has been made to Wexford County Council on Aging in the amount of $800 for Senior Project Fresh.  These funds will be matched 2-1 by the State of Michigan.  The money will be used to purchase coupon books that allow qualifying senior citizens to purchase locally grown fresh foods at grocers, farm markets and farm stands.  This has been a very popular program for our area and quickly develops a waiting list every year.  It is the hope of the Foundaiton that the grant will allow for more of our area senior citizens to receive these coupon books for farm fresh foods.  For more information about this program please contact the Wexford County Council on Aging at 231-775-0133.

APRIL 2010

TRUSTEES AWARD GRANTS

The Board of Trustees awarded the following grants during the first grant cycle of 2010.

"Helping Children Heal", a program of Child and Family Services of Northwestern Michigan, was awarded a grant in the amount of $982.  This grant will help pay the expenses associated with matching young women who are Interns from Baker College to mentor Cadillac area teenage girls who are survivors of sexual abuse.   These Baker College interns will serve approximately 12 of the female teen clients currently enrolled in the program in our area.  A total of 70 Cadillac residents are clients of this program, which includes parents and children.

The Community Garden is a project of the District Health Department #10, the Cadillac Area Health Coalition and the Cadillac Housing Commission.  The goal is to create and promote healthy lifestyle opportunities within the community.  As a result of this project, community residents, including low income food stamp eligible individuals, will have increased opportunities for and access to fresh produce.  Additional educational opportunities to teach gardening and food preparation skills are to be included in the project in an effort to empower individuals to become self sufficient.  The $1,000 grant award for this project is to be used to raise the garden beds to improve accessibility for all residents; and to purchase gardening tools.

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation accepts Trustee Grant Applications in three cycles annually. They are March 1 – June 30, July 1 – October 31, and November 1 – February 28.

 

In general, the geographic focus of the Trustee Grant Program is specifically the City of Cadillac and its four surrounding townships. For a determination as to specific grant making geographic limitations for your program/project, please call the Foundation offices at 231-775-9911.

 

The Foundation typically awards grants in six fields of interest : culture and the arts, economic development, education, environment and recreation, health, and human services . Qualified applicants will be nonprofit groups and/or organizations that hold a 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) status. Consideration is given to organizations and projects that make a substantial contribution toward the quality of life and delivery of services in the Cadillac area through creative and innovative programs.

For further information please click the Grantmaking tab on the left side of this page for grantmaking specific and application forms, or call our offices at 231-775-9911.

mARCH 2010

IMAGINE CADILLAC PROJECT UNVEILED

The Imagine Cadillac Project is focused on building a Healthy Lifestyle for All community residents. The idea for this
project came about through a conference on universal access that was attended by Bob Johnson, City of Cadillac, and Linda Kimbel, Cadillac Area Community Foundation. 

After seeing the potential for the Cadillac Area, a steering committee was formed with Bob Johnson and Jerry Adams of the City of Cadillac, Linda Kimbel and Christine Potter of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, Larry Solce and Rick Torres of the Mitchell State Park/DNR, Rick Liptak and Brad Swanson from M-DOT, and Landscape Architect Dean Sandell.

 

The vision developed by the committee for the Kenwood Heritage Park area is to create a universally accessible
recreational area that includes new as well as existing recreational opportunities that residents of all ages
and all capabilities will be able to enjoy, and travelers with disabilities will be able to choose Cadillac as a destination
area for their recreational needs.

The potential scope of this project at the Kenwood Heritage Park and Kenwood Park includes: paving for accessibility and parking, new restroom facilities, universally accessible playground equipment, safe access to Mitchell State Park and the Carl T. Johnson Hunting and Fishing Center, connecting the beach and lake area with surfaces that are accessible-friendly, and assisting Kenwood School with their Safe Route to Schools project. 

For further information about this project please contact the Foundation at Offices at 231-775-9911 or email us at cacf@cadillacfoundaiton.org  To view the project overview and mission, please click here.

FEBRUARY 2010

 

JIM FRISBIE SCHOLARSHP FUND ANNOUNCED

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of the Jim Frisbie Scholarship Fund. This Fund, established by the US 131 Area Development Association in honor of Jim Frisbie, will make an annual scholarship/s to a student studying in the field of Civil Engineering . The scholarship shall be paid directly to the college/university.

According Ken Oates, member of the US 131 Development Association; “Jim Frisbie has always been involved and very supportive of the US 131 Area Development Association, so when it came time to create a Scholarship Program, the committee felt that Jim should have the honor to have this Scholarship in his name. We all think very highly of Jim and hope this scholarship will assist a

       (l-r Jim Frisbie and Dr. Robert Van Dellen)          student in their Civil Engineering studies . "

 For specific information about this new scholarship program, including the application process, please contact the Foundation office at 231-775-9911 or visit the Student Loans/Scholarships section of this website.

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helen and harvey pell fund for education broadens scope of awards

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the Helen and Harvey Pell (photo left, Harvey Pell holding photo of Helen)  Fund for Education has broadened the scope of its philanthropic works in education. The Fund is now fully funded and available for use as intended by the late Helen and Harvey Pell. Their future wishes for this Fund were outlined in a fund amendment that was approved by the Pells in 2000.

Beginning this year, the Fund will make student loans and student scholarships for post     high school education, grants to educational institutions, grants for innovative educational projects or programs to nonprofit's and/or educational institutions, and a career development scholarship.

Application criteria is based on the following:

*Applicant must be a high school graduate;

*Applicant must either be a graduate of a high school in the Wexford-Missaukee ISD, or be a current resident within the Wexford-Missaukee ISD;

*Institutional /non-profit applicants must be located within the Wexford-Missaukee ISD;

*Career development scholarship applicants must be a current resident within the Wexford-Missaukee ISD

A total amount of up to $25,000 is available for 2010. Applications will be available on MARCH 1, 2010 and must be returned to the Foundation office no later than APRIL 30, 2010.  For application information for this program please contact the offices of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation at 231-775-9911, or for an application please visit this website on March 1, 2010.

 

Two dental school residents Receive scholarships from cacf

Cadillac , MI - February 10, 2010 - A resident in the University of Michigan School of Dentistry's graduate endodontic program and another in the pediatric dental program are recipients of scholarships awarded by a community foundation whose funds were gifted by two School of Dentistry alumni.

The residents, Dr. Ryan Brandt of Lake City and Dr. Samuel Blanchard of Cadillac, have each been awarded $2,500 from the Cadillac Area Community Foundation to help them continue their education at the U-M School of Dentistry. The two received the financial assistance as a part of the Ardis/Lueder Northern Lower Michigan Endowed Scholarship Fund . Dr. Michael Lueder (DDS 1975) established the scholarship at the suggestion of his mentor, Dr. Charles Ardis. The endowed fund provides scholarships to dental students so they can complete their dental education. The Fund may give preference to students who are from Wexford, Missaukee, and Osceola counties in northern lower Michigan, or students who demonstrate an interest in practicing in those counties.

Blanchard, who is completing his pediatric dentistry residency at U-M, said he appreciates the financial support he has received. Although Blanchard said he hasn't yet decided what he will do after graduating in December, "I have enjoyed teaching while I have been in the residency program, and am hoping to balance dentistry and teaching."

For Brandt, who earned his dental degree from U-M in 2005, this is the third year he has received the scholarship. Although he said that he has not made any final decisions about his future plans, "I hope to follow in the footsteps of Dr. Ardis and Dr. Lueder and offer my care and compassion the same way they have," he said.

The University of Michigan School of Dentistry is one of the nation's leading dental schools engaged in oral health care education, research, patient care, and community service. General dental care clinics and specialty clinics providing advanced treatment enable the School to offer dental services and programs to patients throughout Michigan. Classroom and clinic instruction prepare future dentists, dental specialists, and dental hygienists for practice in private offices, hospitals, academia, and public agencies. Research seeks to discover and apply new knowledge that can help patients worldwide. For more information about the School of Dentistry, visit www.dent.umich.edu .

Established in 1988, the Cadillac Area Community Foundation is a tax-exempt, independent, publicly-supported philanthropic organization that is organized and operated as a permanent collection of endowed funds for the long-term benefit of the Cadillac area. The Foundation promotes philanthropy and provides stewardship and leadership to enhance the use of community resources to meet the needs of citizens.

JANUARY 2010

FOUNDATION PRESENTS CHECK TO YMCA

On Monday, January 18, 2010, the Cadillac Area Community Foundation was delighted to award the Cadillac Area YMCA Dillon Community Center a grant payment in the amount of $15,000 toward the capital campaign for the new YMCA facility.  According to Dr. Robert Van Dellen, President of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation, "as a supporter of this project and the YMCA, the Foundation recognizes what a tremendous asset this new facility is for our area, and is pleased to be able to assist with the funding of this asset." 

Since 2003, the Foundation has awarded 11 separate grants to the Cadillac Area YMCA, for a total amount awarded of $82,475.

  

Check presentation to YMCA by CACF.

(left to right are:  Robert Van Dellen, Linda Kimbel,

Christopher Gentry, Sue Baker, Don Lakin)

CHALLENGE DAY FUNDRAISING CONTINUES

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation and Cadillac Area Public Schools (CAPS) are pleased to announce the continuation of Challenge Days at Cadillac High School and Junior High. The first Challenge Days, held in December, were a wonderful experience for 8 th , 11 th , and 12th grade students. Due to snow days, Challenge Days for grades 9 and 10 were cancelled in December and have been rescheduled. Challenge Day facilitators will return to Cadillac in April for the rescheduled days and for two additional days.

CAPS Challenge Days have been made possible by generous donations from the greater Cadillac Community. The Challenge Day organization will provide make up days for students that missed the first program and CAPS will invite additional students to participate in the April event. Though the 2009 CAPS Challenge Day Fund will cover much of the expense of the two additional Challenge Days, it is necessary to raise $4700.00 in additional funding to provide the program to a larger student population.

The Challenge Day Fund at the Cadillac Area Community Foundation allows donations to be made to the Foundation and held for payment to these programs. Donors can make checks payable to the Cadillac Area Community Foundation with the memo referencing the CAPS Challenge Day Fund. Checks can be mailed to the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, 201 N. Mitchell Street, Suite 101 , Cadillac , Michigan . Donations are tax deductible, but because the Fund is not endowed, they do not qualify for the Michigan Tax Credit for community foundations. All donations to the Fund will be acknowledged with a receipt from the Foundation.

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FOUNDATION ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Unrestricted Grant Program. The deadline for applications is February 28, 2010. Potential applicants can review the grantmaking guidelines and download a grant application form on this website, or call the Foundation office at 231-775-9911 to have one mailed to you. First time applicants are strongly encouraged to meet with a staff member prior to submitting an application to the Foundation.

The Cadillac and Kellogg for Youth Committee, as advisory committee to the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, accepts grant applications throughout the year. If you are interested in receiving the grantmaking guidelines and application form, please call the foundation offices at 775-9911.

 

FOUNDATION NAMES NEW OFFICERS

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that Dr. Robert Van Dellen has been elected President of the Foundation by the Board of Trustees.  Other elected officers include:  David McCurdy, Vice-President;  Chris Huckle, Secretary;  Scott Hunter, Treasurer.  The Foundation would like to thank the 2008-2009 President, Fred Sprague, for donating his time and expertise to serve as President.  Fred continues his service with the Foundation as a Trustee.

december 2009

WOMENS GIVING CIRCLCE ESTABLISHES NEW FUND

The members of the Cadillac Area Women's Giving Circle have established

an endowed fund.  The Cadillac Area Women's Giving Circle Field of Interest for Women and Girls Endowed Fund will guarantee that in the future, grants will be available to improve life skills of women and girls in the greater Cadillac Area.  the Fund will encourage healthy development and personal autonomy of women and girls in the greater Cadillac Area.  Donations to the endowed fund are eligible for the Michigan Tax Credit, and are separate from donations to the Women's Giving Circle which is NOT endowed.  For further information about this new Fund please contact the Foundation offices at 231-775-9911.

Fund Founders Barb Darrigan (left) and Laurie Melstrom (center) sign the Fund Agreement with Foundation President Fred Sprague (right).

 

Foundation announces new telephone number for food distribution

The Foundation is pleased to announce that a dedicated telephone line has been donated for use for the Food Distribution Program by Baker College-Cadillac,  The new telephone number for this program is 231-876-3012.  The prerecorded message has all the necessary information for anyone who is interested in participating in this program, and an answering machine for messages regarding issues not covered by the recording.  For those interested in volunteering we request that they listed to the recorded message and then arrive at the site a half an hour before registration is scheduled to start. 

Thank you Baker College!!

FOOD FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS CONTINUE

Thanks to the generosity of Community members, the free Food Distribution Program is continuing.  The distributions are the first and third Thursday of each month.  The distribution site is behind the Goodwill Store at the north end of Cadillac .  Registration begins at 2:30pm on the day of distribution on site, and food distribution begins at 3pm.  To register you must provide a name, address, and either telephone number or email address.  Please bring containers capable of carrying 50 pounds of fresh goods.  Everyone is eligible for one distribution per month, per family, regardless of family size.

The program can always use volunteers to help with registration, unloading the food truck, breaking down bulk foods, and handing out food to recipients.  If you are interested in volunteering for this program please arrive at the distribution site at 2pm on the days of distribution. 

OCTOBER 2009

2009 PHILANTHROPISTS OF THE YEAR

 

James & Mariette Potvin and William & June Winn were recognized for their philanthropic efforts at a special event held at Fox Hills on October 15, 2009.  Names "Philanthropists of the Year - 2009", these couples embody the spirit of philanthropy in our community and are truly Making a Difference!  We thank them for their commitment to Cadillac.

                          

 

 

youth committee attends business expo

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee, an advisory committee to the Board of Trustees of the Foundation participated in their first business expo at the Cadillac Business Expo on October 8, 2009.  Committee members designed a booth, designed a game to attract attendees to their booth, and then spent the day meeting community members and business owners and sharing information about the youth committee and the good work that they do in our community.  This year the Youth Committee asked the attendees to look at some recent grant applications that they received and vote on the one that they thought should receive the grant. 

AUGUST 2009

CADILLAC WOMENS GIVING CIRCLE AWARDS FIRST GRANTS

After careful deliberation, the Cadillac Women's Giving Circle awarded their first grants at their June meeting. Grant recipients were : OASIS/Family Resource Center, $4,000 , for family passes and transportation to the YMCA for shelter residents and transitional housing program participants; Girls on the Run, $3,000 , for program support; Love and Logic, $1,000 , to make this program available to members of the community who wish t attend but are unable to afford the program costs; and the School for Children with Special Needs in St. Vincent and Grenadines, $900 , to cover costs associated with children publishing a book of photos. According to Fund founders Barb Darrigan and Laurie Melstrom, it is not too late to join this Giving Circle for 2010. For information about the Giving Circle or how to become a member, please call Linda Kimbel at the Foundation office at 231-775-9911.

JULY 2009

youth conference wrap up available

The 2009 Youth Grantmakers Summer Leadership Conference was one of our best (and most highly attended) conferences ever!  A number of Cadillac Area youth attended this event.  Read about the conference and its wide variety of sessions in this newsletter: Yackety-YAC. 

RAIN GARDEN PROJECT COMPLETED

 

The Cadillac Library Rain Garden is in the ground and growing well. This garden of native plantings will help to reduce pollution in Lake Cadillac by collecting run-off water from the library parking lot before it runs into the lake. An on-site informational sign explains the concept of this rain garden and how it works, and an informational brochure is available inside of the library building.

This project has stirred a great deal of interest in the community regarding rain gardens as a solution to run-off pollutants that enter our lakes and rivers system. For more information about how you can help protect our local waterways visit the Muskegon River Watershed website at www.mrwa.org, or visit www.raingardens.org.

(Library Director Kathy Kirch with informational sign)

JUNE 2009

VAN HOUTEN FUND Awards grant

A grant award of $675 was made by the Anna Van Houten Memorial Fund to the Challenge Day Pass Through Fund.  This donation brings the Challenge Day Pass Through Fund total balance over the $12,000 mark, and meets the required match to receive the full $6,000 grant from the Trustee Grant Program. 

The purposes of the Anna Van Houten Memorial Fund is to support the specific areas of mental and physical health for children, teens, adults, and the elderly by providing opportunities that will prepare and properly train teachers, parents, siblings, counselors and to assist others to deal with the stress surrounding issues, such as, but not limited to, drug abuse, teenage pregnancy and other sexual issues, broken families, suicide, and alcoholism. Grants from this Fund can provide financial support for seminars, training programs, scholarships and education to parents, children, community members, teachers, and counselors depending on eligibility and selection criteria), in memory of Anna VanHouten.

LAST CALL FOR STUDENT LOANS

The deadline is fast approaching (June 30) for the Helen and Harvey Pell Student Loan Program.   Applications for the student loans will be accepted from "Eligible Applicants" planning to attend college in the 2009-2010 academic year. The term “Eligible Applicants” refers to legal residents of the Wexford-Missaukee ISD area, who have graduated from high school or obtained a GED, or individuals who have graduated from a high school within the designated area regardless of their current legal residences.

Any "Eligible Applicant" may submit an Application for a student loan from this Fund. The loan will be awarded to the Applicant based on their demonstrated financial need, evidence of academic ability to commence and complete the selected course of study, and evidence of good character. The loan shall apply to one year's tuition and/or other educational expenses. Students may re-apply each year for additional student loans as long as they have met the conditions of the first student loan, and remain a student in good standing.

To find out if you qualify, or to have the Student Loan Application packet mailed to you, please contact our offices at 231-775-9911. You can also visit the Student Loans/Scholarships portion of this website for further information.

APPLICATIONS BEING ACCEPTED NOW FOR THE TRUSTEE GRANT PROGRAM

The Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Trustee Grant Program.  The application deadline is June 30th.  You can obtain an application online by clicking on the Grantmaking tab to your left, or by calling the Foundation at 231-775-9911.

MAY 2009

FOUNDATION AWARDS ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Cadillac, Michigan – May 26, 2009 – The Cadillac Area Community Foundation Board of Trustees, is pleased to announce that the following academic scholarship awards were presented at the Cadillac High School Senior Breakfast on Tuesday, May 26, 2009.

Bryce Welsh is the 2009 recipient of the Frederick T. Mannion Scholarship award.  This Scholarship was established in the memory of Dr. Mannion by his family, and it is awarded annually to graduating seniors from the Cadillac High School, based on an outstanding high school grade point average, a demonstration of excellent character, and participation in non-academic activities.

 

(Bryce Welsh, Mannion Winner)

Maddie Masten and Jesse Liebler were selected to receive the Sue Westhauser Memorial Scholarship. Maddie will pursue a degree in Elementary Education. Jesse will be studying for a degree in Special Education. This scholarship fund was established in October 2001 to honor the memory of Sue Westhauser, to recognize her commitment to quality education, her positive influence on both the Cadillac community and the Cadillac Area Public Schools, her dedication to the principles of education, and her creative and innovative spirit. Scholarships are awarded from this Fund to students wishing to pursue their degree in an educational field.

(Jessie Liebler with Linda Kimbel)

Jessica Gonder is the 2009 recipient of the Kelly Ann Garcia Memorial Scholarship for the Performing Arts Jessica will be attending classes at Central Michigan University, where she was recently accepted into their School of Music.. This Scholarship Fund assists seniors planning to major in vocal music in college. Kelly Ann Garcia was a CAPS graduate who was known for her love of singing and performance, and her dedication to the performing arts. This memorial scholarship is awarded annually in her honor.

For further information about our scholarship, student loan, or grant programs available through the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, please call our offices at 231-775-9911 or visit our website at www.cadillacfoundation.org

(Linda Kimbel presents Jessica Gonder

with a plaque announcing her scholarship.)

FOUNDATION ANOUNCES 1ST CYCLE GRANT AWARDS

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that they have recently awarded three Trustee Grants from the unrestricted Cornerstone Fund.

 

United Way, in partnership with the Cadillac Leadership Class of 2009, was awarded a grant of $1,000 in support of the "Wexford County Get Connected" (2-1-1) Program. The grant will assist in funding a part time 2-1-1 co-coordinator.

 

The Friends of the Library were awarded a $1,000 grant in support of the new Adult Literacy Training program to be offered by the Adult Literacy Committee. Grant funds will be used to train tutors and purchase necessary materials for the program. Once the tutors are trained they will provide their services to adults who are reading and writing below the 5 th grade level.

 

After 26 Project Inc. was awarded a grant of $1,592 to help their start up efforts by supporting the development and purchase of marketing and fundraising materials. The After 26 Project hopes to raise funds to open a restaurant (modeled off of the highly successful "Junction of Hope" restaurant and gift shop in Chesaning, Michigan) which will employ developmentally disabled adults with cognitive impairments who are aged 26 and over. They also hope to incorporate a gift shop into the restaurant to feature items crafted by special needs individuals and students from the Wexford-Missaukee ISD.

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation now has three grant cycles for the Trustee Grant Program. Applications are always available by calling 231-775-9911 or through this website by clicking the grantmaking tab on the menu to your left..  Application submission deadlines are February 28, June 30, and October 31,

 

APRIL 2009

student loan applications available

If you have Adobe Acrobat, you can download the application here .   The application deadline is 6/30/09.

 

IRA CHARITABLE ROLLOVER EXTENDED THROUGH 2009

A reminder that there is an extension through 2009 of the IRA Charitable Rollover as part of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 that President Bush signed into law before he left office.  The IRA Charitable Rollover permits IRA owners age 70 ½ or older to make direct gifts from their IRAs to qualified charities totaling $100,000 per year without suffering any negative tax consequences since it does not have to be declared as income.

For further information about the IRA Charitable Rollover, please contact our offices at 231-775-9911.

save the date

new grant application cycles and application form for trustee grant program

In the interest of providing more opportunities for grants through a year-around grant cycle, the Foundation would like to announce that beginning April 1, 2009, we will be switching to a 3 cycle unrestricted grant program.  New dates will be:

1ST CYCLE    March 1— June 30

2ND CYCLE   July 1—October 31

3RD CYCLE   November 1—February 28

You can call the Foundation at 231-775-9911 for more information about this grant cycle change.

Beginning April 1, 2009 a new grant application will be available for the Trustee Grant Program. This new application is part of the Michigan Common Grant Application program and is used by a number of grantmakers around the State. The application is available on this website and may also be requested by calling our offices at 231-775-9911.

FEBRUARY 2009

foundation board sees many changes

February 18 - Cadillac, Michigan The Cadillac Area Community Foundation announces that Richard (Dick) Heydenberk, a long standing member of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation, has retired from the Board of Directors. Dick joined the Foundation board of Trustees in 1992 and played a crucial role on the Board bringing a wealth of volunteer and financial experience. His work with area youth contributed greatly to the effectiveness of the Youth Advisory committee. Special areas of interest that he focused on included education, teen pregnancy, substance abuse, homelessness prevention, at-risk youth, and youth leaving foster care. His participation with the Foundation made a difference in the lives of many Cadillac area residents. Although Dick retired from the Board effective January 1, 2009, he will continue to work with the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee through the end of the school year.

The Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Dr. Steven Reznicek has accepted an invitation to join the Board of the Foundation. Dr. Reznicek and his wife Judy moved to the Cadillac area in 1993. A 1981 graduate of Creighton University School of Medicine, Dr. Reznicek specializes in Urology. He opened Cadillac Urology Practice in 1993 shortly after his move to the area. Active in the medical field, Reznicek served as Chief of Surgery at Mercy Hospital-Cadillac from 1995 - 1998, and as the President of the Hospital Board in 2002. Dr. Reznicek, his wife Judy, and their three children, continue to enjoy the Cadillac community and all that it has to offer. Dr. Reznicek chose to accept this board position because of his interest in the welfare of our community.

The Foundation Board elections in January brought some new faces to the Executive Committee. Frederick O. Sprague was elected to the position of Board President, Robert J. Van Dellen to Vice-President, David McCurdy to Vice- President, Scott Hunter to Treasurer, and Christopher Huckle to Secretary.

GIVING CIRCLES

NOTE:  THIS ARTICLE IS A REPRINT FROM TIME MAGAZINE  TO VIEW THE ARTICLE ON THEIR SITE PLEASE VISIT THEM AT http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1857011,00.html

Wednesday, Nov. 05, 2008
Giving Circles
By Dan Kadlec

With the markets sinking, a lot of retirees may be cutting back on charitable giving along with their discretionary spending. But it's still possible to effect a philanthropic impact by organizing or joining a giving circle. Much like investment clubs, giving circles consist of a small group of friends who pool their resources and gather--often over a potluck dinner--to pick charitable causes to donate to. Such circles have become especially popular among aging boomers looking for a way to bring meaning as well as fun into their retirement years.

The number of giving circles in the U.S. doubled from 2004 to 2006--to about 400, according to a study by the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers in Washington. Growth has continued since then: giving circles have donated $100 million over the past four years. And the ragged economy may be accelerating the trend. In Cadillac, Mich., Laurie Melstrom formed a giving circle in early October--just as the stock market was swooning. "This economic downturn has a lot of people breaking out into a sweat," says the 54-year-old homemaker. "Yet everyone said, 'Count me in.'" Individually, the group's 10 or 12 prospective members can't make much difference, but together, she says, "we'll be able to make the kind of donation that our small charities are really going to need in tough times."

Members of Melstrom's group will contribute $500 annually and meet up to four times a year to decide on local charities to support with a grant--any cause its members deem worthwhile. For instance, Party with Purpose, in Hoboken, N.J., has raised more than $125,000 to fight Alzheimer's and help preserve the oceans. In Charleston, S.C., Chicks with Checks has contributed big bucks to battle breast cancer and support a local hospice.

To start a giving circle, simply call a meeting, agree on a mission and set dues. For more guidance, go to givingforum.org and givingcircles.org At a time when many people have less, this is one way to do more.

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http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1857011,00.html
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VETERANS SALUTE PROGRAM RAISES FUNDS FOR LOCAL USE

February, 2009 - The Cadillac Area Community Foundation would like to thank all of those who attended the Veterans Salute program that was held on January 30, 2009 at the Cadillac High School Auditorium.  The generosity of the Cadillac community was evident as over 400 attendees donated over $18,000  to support the newly formed Wexford-Missaukee Veterans Endowment Fund.  This Fund will assist local veterans. service persons, and their families who are suffering emergency financial needs.

The Foundation would like to thank those who donated their time to making this event a success. They were: Bob Eggle, Jr., Reverend Jim Helmboldt, Brandon and Elliot Tyson, Paul Liabenow, Bill Tenza, 1st Lt. Brarndon Liabenow, Barb Darrigan, Amanda Kimbel, Gordon Kimbel, Mary Leach, Fred Sprague, Ken Bassett, June Taylor, and the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee.

A special Thank You to Rick Plummer, and to the Special Color Guard, for their continuing support of our Veterans and for donating their time and performances to help further the Veteran Fund.

Thank you to Ted Arens for a “better idea” in the conception of these Funds to help Veteran’s, and Dr. George Wagoner for his hard work and determination to make this Fund a reality.

The “Veteran’s Salute” would not have been possible without the financial support of our underwriters. We appreciate their support of this Fund. They are: AAR Mobility Systern, Northern Trust, Baker College of Cadillac, Merrill Lynch – Matt Russell, Avon Protection
Northwestern Bank Cadillac, and Cadillac Area Public Schools

The support of local Veteran’s organizations is crucial to the success of this Fund. We would like to thank the following groups for their financial support. Local supporting organizations are: AmVets Post 110, AmVets Post 120, American Legion Post 94, Mesick VFW Post 120, and the AmVets Post 110 Women’s Auxiliary.

 

JANUARY 2009

FOUNDATION ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS FOR TRUSTEE GRANT CYCLE

January, 2009 - The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is accepting Grant Applications for the Trustee Grant Program through March 31. To receive a copy of the Foundations Grantmaking Guidelines and an application, please call the Foundation offices at 231-775-9911 or click on the Grantmaking tab to the left. 

Grant Applications must be received by the Foundation offices no later than March 31, 2009. Grant applicants are strongly encouraged to meet with a Foundation staff person prior to making application for a Grant.

For further information about the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, our grant programs, or to make an appointment to discuss a grant proposal, please call the Foundation offices Monday - Friday between 9am - 1pm at 231-775-9911, or email the Foundation at cacf@cadillacfoundation.org.

FOUNDATION ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR YOUTH GRANTS

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation is accepting grant applications for the Youth Grant Program. Youth grant applications are accepted throughout the year.  Non-profit organizations and agencies that serve youth ages 0 - 18 within the City of Cadillac and its four surrounding townships are invited to apply. Grant applications, policies, and guidelines are available on the GRANTMAKING section of this website , or by contacting the Foundation office at 231-775-9911.

FOUNDATION PRESENTS A VETERAN’S SALUTE

Cadillac, Michigan – January 9, 2009– The Cadillac Area Community Foundation Board of Trustees is pleased to invite the community to a special entertainment event. The “Veteran’s Salute” will be presented on Friday, January 30th at 7pm, at the Cadillac Area Public Schools Auditorium. Admission is by donation.

This special evening will include a performances of “Live from the Front: Byline Ernie Pyle”,

a Posting of the Colors, a 1940's musical revue by the “Boogie Woogie Babies”

and a performance of our National Anthem by Northern Michigan's’ own Tyson Twins.  Keynote speaker for the event will be pilot and Air force 1st Lt. Brandon Liabenow.

This Program is being presented in conjunction with the kick-off events for the newly created

Veterans Endowed Fund for Wexford and Missaukee Counties, a field-of-interest Fund held by the Cadillac Area Community Foundation. This Fund will provide for emergency financial needs for veterans and active servicemen and their families. This Fund will cover the gap in services when a soldier may not be covered by other veteran and government programs. The types of aid are as varied as the types of requests that are received by the Fund.

Fund founders, Dr. George Wagoner and Mr. Ted Arens, hope to build the Fund to a minimum of $50,000 during 2009 to allow for greater assistance for our veteran’s and servicemen.

For further information about the “Veteran’s Salute” event or the Veterans Endowed Fund for Wexford and Missaukee Counties, please contact the Foundation offices at 231-775-9911.

NOVEMBER 2008

SPECIAL INVITATION

VETERAN’S ENDOWMENT FUND
KICK-OFF EVENT

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation and Love I.N.C. are pleased to invite you to the announcement of the formation of a new Fund to help local veterans and their families.

WHEN: December 15, 2008 at 10:30am

WHERE: American Veteran’s Post 110
(located at 127 West Cass Street in Cadillac)

Meet the Fund founders, learn the details, and join us for a brief reception after the announcement.

Please RSVP to 775-9911

October 2008

 

MACKINAW TRAIL STUDENTS SPEND DAY WITH MICHIGAN AUTHOR

Thanks to the efforts of Jane Agren, Media Specialist at Mackinaw Trail Middle School Library, and a grant of $500 from the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee, almost 500 students were able to spend the day with Michigan author Jonathan Rand.  The program was initiated by Ms. Agren to promote student interest in reading books, and perhaps writing them. 

Mr Rand, a popular author of adolescent books, wrote the well-known and very popular "Michigan Chillers" and "American Chillers".  He has visited Cadillac in the past, and because of his presentation and influence 5 years ago, the class of 2009/2010 recently published a book called "The Dogman Hibernates in the Catacombs of Cadillac".  Mr. Rand was presented with a copy of the book during his visit.  Current Mackinaw Trail students are already making plans to write their own installment in the "Cadillac chillers" series.

COMMUNITY SHOWS SUPPORT FOR SENIOR PROJECT FRESH PROGRAM

In an effort to demonstrate to the public the difficult choices that have to be made when grant applications flood into the office, and to gauge community interest in the programs and projects that requested funds, the Cadillac Area Community Foundation let the public choose the grant recipient at the 2008 Cadillac Business Expo.  Four potential grantees who have local programs/projects in need of funding were featured.  Information was available about each organization and their featured program.  Expo attendees were asked to review the information and then cast their "vote" for the program/project that they would award the funds to.  At the end of the Expo the votes were tallied.  Senior Project Fresh was chosen by Expo attendees at a rate of 2:1 over the next closest project/program.  The Foundation has made the $1,000 grant award for the program to the Wexford County Council on Aging and it will be used to supplement their funds for the 2009 Senior Project Fresh Program.  The added funds will help the program to reach more seniors and provide them with coupon books enabling them to purchase fresh vegetables and fruits during the summer/fall months of 2009.

YEAR-END DONATIONS MADE EASY

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation can accept donations online at a secure website.  Donors can use this feature with a credit card by clicking the JustGive button on the left of the screen.  This is particularly handy for donors who would like an immediate receipt as the site does issue the necessary paperwork for your income tax specialist.

foundation newsletter now available

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce that its newsletter, The Power of Giving, is now available online.  To read the newsletter, click here.  To have the newsletters emailed directly to you please send an email to cacf@cadillacfoundation.org with the word "subscribe" in the subject line.

CONGRESS EXTENDS IRA CHARITABLE ROLLOVER PROVISION

Congress has extended the IRA Charitable Rollover as part of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.  As enacted, the IRA Charitable Rollover permits IRA owners age 70 ½ or older to make direct gifts from their IRAs to qualified charities totaling $100,000 per year without suffering any negative tax consequences since it does not have to be declared as income.

The staggering success of the charitable initiative was not lost on congressional leaders, many of whom voiced their support for permanently approving this unique giving incentive. One such leader in Michigan, for example, is Congressman Dave Camp (R-MI), who remains a leading proponent of the IRA Charitable Rollover legislation and will be a significant voice in trying to persuade his congressional colleagues of the need to permanently extend it.

“I am amazed at how Americans have embraced the new giving law…and I expect this extension to generate substantial charitable dollars that will help those in need in Michigan and beyond,” says Camp.

For further information about how this extension can help you please contact your financial consultant or call the Cadillac Area Community Foundation at 231-775-9911.

SEPTEMBER 2008

youth committee supports recycling effort

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee has awarded a grant in the amount of $1,100 to the Cadillac-Wexford Public Library for the purchase of re-usable cloth bags.  The bags will be distributed to children who are receiving their first library card to promote responsible use of both library materials and resources.  The library will discontinue providing plastic book bags in 2009.

AUGUST 2008

FOUNDATION SUPPORTS SENIOR PROJECT FRESH

Senior Project FRESH is a program that distributes coupon books to qualifying senior citizens to use to purchase fresh foods.  The coupons can be used at a variety of places, including the local farm markets, to purchase fresh foods.  The response in our community for this program was overwhelming this year.  Even after distributing 175 coupon books, a waiting list of area senior citizens quickly developed.   The Foundation Board of Trustees stepped in and provided additional funding for this program through a grant in the amount of $600 from the Health and Education for Youth and Seniors Fund to provide coupon books for seniors who were on the waiting list.  The State of Michigan stepped in and matched the Foundation grant for an additional $600.  In total, 225 coupon books were distributed to local senior citizens. 

JULY 2008

FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT NOW AVAILABLE

The January 2007 - June 2008 Annual Report from the Cadillac Area Community Foundation is now available.  To view this report, please click here.

SALINE FIDDLERS PERFORM AT THE CADILLAC ARTS FESTIVAL

For over two hours the youth performed a variety of music, singing and dancing for the enraptured crowd.  In celebration of it's 20th Anniversary the Foundation passed out a number of commemorative t-shirts before the music started.    Members of the Saline Fiddlers were thrilled with the facility, the perfect weather, the beautiful park and warm reception of the residents of the community.  The performance was made possible by a grant from the Lakin/Weeks Fund for the Performing Arts.    Don and Pat Lakin, longtime supporters of the arts in the Cadillac community, and the Foundation, were thrilled to have their field-of-interest fund provide Cadillac citizens the opportunity to hear the Saline Fiddlers.  Grant funds also provided for a Saturday morning workshop for 20 budding fiddle players, ranging in age from 5 - 55 years old, to have one-on-one training with the Saline Fiddlers. 

 

FOUNDATION RECEIVES BRICK AWARD

The Cadillac Area Community Foundation was presented with the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce "Brick Award" at the "Rise Up" Cadillac event held in the City Park on July 18.

According to award presenter Mike Paulin, the Foundation was recognized for its part in building a firm "foundation" of endowed funds for the Cadillac Community.   Linda Kimbel, Executive Director of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, accepted the award on behalf of the Board of Trustees and thanked the community for the past 20 years of support.   Members of the Board attending the ceremony were Dr. Mike Lueder, David McCurdy and Dick Heydenberk .   Also attending was the Youth Advisory Committee President Andrew Benson .

(Back row l-r, Andrew Benson, Dick Heydenberk, Mike Lueder

Front row l-r, Linda Kimbel, Dave McCurdy)

MANTON ROTARY CLUB CURRENTLY ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS

Ed Powell, President of the Manton Rotary Club, has announced that the Manton Rotary Club Fund is seeking grant applications. This Fund, a donor-advised fund held by the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, is accepting Grant Applications for their Grant Program through September 30, 2008. . Grant requests may not exceed $1,000.  You may download the application here.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Brenda Irish of the Manton Rotary Club at iriscros@gmail.com. Written inquiries should be sent to Brenda Irish, Manton Rotary Club, P.O. Box 124, Manton, MI 49663.

FINAL ROCK THE DOCK FOR 2008 ON JULY 15

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee (YAC) would like to invite you to come and Rock at the Dock at the final concert for 2008 on July 15 from 7pm - 10pm.  This concert, held at the lakefront Cadillac Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion on Lake Street will feature performances by GLYNIS (http://www.myspace.com/glynistherockband), The Fabulous, and This Level Is Clouds.

The Rock-at-the-Dock concert series is sponsored by the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee, an advisory committee to the Cadillac Area Community Foundation. For further information about the concert series, the Youth Committee, or the Foundation please call 231-775-9911.

sALINE FIDDLERS to perform in CADILLAC

CADILLAC, Michigan , July 8, 2008 - The Cadillac Area Community Foundation has announced it will be hosting a concert in celebration of their 20th Anniversary.   The Saline Fiddlers will perform in concert on July 18, 2008 at 8pm at the Cadillac Rotary Performing Arts Pavilion.   This concert, held in conjunction with the Cadillac Art Fair, is being made possible by a grant through the Lakin/Weeks Fund for the Humanities .  

 

About the Saline Fiddlers

 

The Saline Fiddlers represent the positive side of today's youth while reflecting the rural traditions of Saline and the United States .   The performers, all students at Saline High School , earn their memberships through competitive auditions based on musical skill, personal integrity and academic achievement.  

 

Founded in 1994, the nationally renowned Saline Fiddlers are an elite musical ensemble of Saline Area High School students that have performed more than 900 times in 17 states and 5 countries.  They have been honored to perform at the White House, the Kennedy Center , and at hundreds of additional venues, often sharing the stage with many top professional artists and student groups.

JUNE 2008

MAY 2008

foundation announces academic scholarship awards

MAY 27, 2008 - CADILLAC - Cadillac, Michigan– The Cadillac Area Community Foundation Board of Trustees, is pleased to announce that the following academic scholarship awards were presented at the Cadillac High School Senior Breakfast on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.

Katelyn Redes and Nathan Reynolds are the 2008 recipients of the Frederick T. Mannion Scholarship award. Katelyn plans to attend Grand Valley State University, Nathan plans to attend classes at Saginaw Valley State University. This Scholarship was established in the memory of Dr. Mannion by his family, and it is awarded annually to graduating seniors from the Cadillac High School, based on an outstanding high school grade point average, a demonstration of excellent character, and participation in non-academic activities.

Keegan Melstrom and Nicole Voice were selected to receive the Sue Westhauser Memorial Scholarship. Keegan will be attending classes at the University of Michigan, Nicole will be attending classes at Central Michigan University. This scholarship fund was established in October 2001 to honor the memory of Sue Westhauser, to recognize her commitment to quality education, her positive influence on both the Cadillac community and the Cadillac Area Public Schools, her dedication to the principles of education, and her creative and innovative spirit. Scholarships are awarded from this Fund to students wishing to pursue their degree in an educational field.

Erica Nicole Long is the 2008 recipient of the Kelly Ann Garcia Memorial Scholarship for the Performing Arts. Erica will be attending classes at Hope College. This Scholarship Fund assists seniors planning to major in vocal music in college. Kelly Ann Garcia was a CAPS graduate who was known for her love of singing and performance, and her dedication to the performing arts. This memorial scholarship is awarded annually in her honor.

For further information about our scholarship, student loan, or grant programs available through the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, please call our offices at 231-775-9911 or visit our website at www.cadillacfoundation.org

YOUTH COMMITTEE RELEASES SURVEY DATA AND PRESENTATION

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee has released their report based on the survey data from the 2006 Youth Issues Survey.  You can access the presentation of the data here.

YOUTH COMMITTEE SUPPORTS ROCK AND ROLL 2008

For the second year, the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee continues to support the Rock and Roll series through their sponsorship of Rock and Roll 2008.  This youth event is organized by the Cadillac Area YMCA and Y-Teen Center.  The day-long event is slated for July 26 and features a skateboard contest, a youth art contest, and closes with a evening concert. 

April 2008

YOUTH GRANT SEEKS TO PROMOTE MICHIGAN MERIT EXAM COMPLETION

Because students are required by the state Board of Education to complete Michigan Merit Exams, and Cadillac High School is required to have 95% of their eleventh grade students complete the entire exam, Media Center Coordinator Jill Runstrom applied to the Youth Committee for a grant to purchase usb Flash Drives for youth who completed the exam. The Youth Committee took this grant a step further and added $500 to be used for cash prizes at the discretion of the school.  The only restriction is that all students who complete the exam have an equal chance at winning a cash award.

YOUTH COMMITTEE AWARDS GRANT TO CASA

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee has awarded a grant in the amount of $5,000 to the Cadillac All Sports Association (CASA) to re-furbish the two concession stands at the baseball/softball and soccer fields.  The concession stands provide a steady source of income for CASA which they use to help subsidize the sports programs and keep application fees low.  CASA serves approximately 1700 applicants per year.

YOUTH COMMITTEE SUPPORTS YMCA CAPITAL FUND

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee has awarded a grant of $15,000 to the Cadillac Area YMCA in support of their Capital Fund. 

FEBRUARY 2008

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee are pleased to announce they have awarded a matching grant to Mackinaw Trail Middle School.  This grant will help bring children's author and motivational speaker, Jonathon Rand, to the middle school to help promote reading.

JANUARY 2008

 

FOUNDATION announces wendell barnes fund established

JANUARY 18, 2008– CADILLAC - The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the Wendell Barnes Memorial Endowment Fund” within the Cadillac Area Community Foundation. The goal of this Fund is to award grants through the Trustee Grant Program in honor and memory of Mr. Wendell Barnes.

Wendell Barnes was well known throughout Wexford County, however he was best known for his work with the World War II veteran. As the veterans returned home to their lives and their farms (which in some cases they had left for years), Wendell helped re-acclimate the veterans to the farming lifestyle and taught them new and modern farming techniques to improve the quality of the farm and the quality of their lives.

This Fund has been made possible through a donation by Rebecca Barnes Boynton, daughter of Wendell and Ruth Barnes.

For further information about this Fund, please contact the Cadillac Area Community Foundation at 231-775-9911 or visit our website at www.cadillacfoundation.org.

FOUNDATION ACCEPTING GRANT APPLICATIONS THROUGH MARCH 31

January, 2008 - The Cadillac Area Community Foundation is accepting Grant Applications for the Trustee Grant Program through March 31. To receive a copy of the Foundations Grantmaking Guidelines and an application, please call the Foundation offices at 231-775-9911 or click on the Grantmaking tab to the left. 

Grant Applications must be received by the Foundation offices no later than March 31, 2008. Grant applicants are strongly encouraged to meet with a Foundation staff person prior to making application for a Grant.

For further information about the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, our grant programs, or to make an appointment to discuss a grant proposal, please call the Foundation offices Monday - Friday between 9am - 1pm at 231-775-9911, or email the Foundation at cacf@cadillacfoundation.org..

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee of the Cadillac Area Community Foundation is accepting grant applications for the Youth Grant Program. Youth grant applications are accepted throughout the year.  Non-profit organizations and agencies that serve youth ages 0 - 18 within the City of Cadillac and its four surrounding townships are invited to apply. Grant applications, policies, and guidelines are available on the GRANTMAKING section of this website , or by contacting the Foundation office at 231-775-9911.

ROCK AT THE DOCK 2008 DATES ANNOUNCED.

The Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee, an advisory committee to the Cadillac Area Community Foundation, has announced the dates for the 2007 Rock at the Dock Teen Concert Series at the Rotary Lakefront Pavilion.  The dates are June 17, July 1, July 15, and August 5,

The Rock-at-the-Dock concert series is sponsored by the Cadillac & Kellogg for Youth Committee, an advisory committee to the Cadillac Area Community Foundation. For further information about the concert series, the Youth Committee, or the Foundation please call 231-775-9911.