by Saginaw Community Foundation | Jun 24, 2016 | Annual Report, Blog
SVSU creates first community writing center in Michigan at local library According to a recent National Center for Education Statistics report, 10% of the population of Saginaw County lacks basic literacy skills, one of the highest rates in Michigan. Literacy skills...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Jun 24, 2016 | Annual Report, Blog
Mentoring support group established for teen moms Regardless of age or experience, being a mother is demanding with unlimited challenges. These demands are magnified for teen mothers who face challenges such as security quality, reliable childcare; completing...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Jun 24, 2016 | Annual Report, Blog
Area school districts partner to host summer STEM camps During the summer of 2015, elementary students in Saginaw participated in the weeklong Camp Invention, an educational program of North Canton, Ohio based Invent Now, Inc. The camp is a weeklong summer program led...
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Jun 14, 2016 | Blog
B. J. Humphreys 2016 Frank N. Andersen Spirit of Philanthropy Award Frank Anderson was passionate about giving to his community and making life better for his fellow citizens. In 1994, the Frank N. Andersen Spirit of Philanthropy award was created to honor Mr....
by Saginaw Community Foundation | Jun 14, 2016 | Blog
Tyler Thiel 2016 Joseph W. Madison Youth Award Recipient Joe Madison said it best when he said: “Everybody’s got something to give. There are so many ways to take your skills and talents and help the community.” A longtime community volunteer, Joe...
