Delta-Menominee County Public Health Dept. receives grant from Dr. Mary Cretens Fund
Community Foundation for Delta County Board of Trustees Chair
Mr. Charles Becker presents a check for $9,784.41 to Mr. Mike Snyder, Health Officer/Administrator of the Delta-Menominee Health Department from the
Dr. Mary L. Cretens fund held by the foundation.
Mr. Becker stated, “Dr. Mary L. Cretens was a longtime Director of the Delta-Menominee Health Department and felt strongly about the high quality
of service they have provided to our community. I am very proud to present
our foundation check to the Delta-Menominee Health Department so they
can continue to provide service to our citizens.”
Mr. Mike Snyder, Health Officer/Administrator of the Delta-Menominee Health Department said, “Dr. Cretens was an exceptional Director of our department and we are grateful for the annual support she provides our organization thru her philanthropy via the Community Foundation for Delta County.”
If you are interested in making a difference in our community, please contact the Community Foundation for Delta County at 906-786-6654 or
visit us at 2420 1st Avenue South Escanaba, Michigan 49829.
The smallest of giving can have a huge impact on our community.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters Non-Profit of the Month of March!
The Community Foundation for Delta County is excited to announce that Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area is the highlighted non-profit organization of the month of March.
“We are so happy to be able to help Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area promote community awareness in their programs that help so many of our youth,” said Cheryl Andzejewski, Executive Director for the Community Foundation for Delta County.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Positive Impact on children
The community and school-based programs matches volunteers from all walks of life with children ages 6 – college age. BBBS staff are looking for dedicated volunteers who will complement the needs of the child. Every ‘Big’ must go through a screening process. ‘Bigs’ and ‘Littles’ spend 2-4 hours a month in our community program and/or once a week in our school programs spending time in positive ways. It is the power of that friendship that becomes a vehicle for change. Help be a defender of potential.
“We are so excited to have Tiffany Hewitt on board as our Executive Director. She brings a revitalized atmosphere to the program. Our vision going forward is to impact as many youth as possible in the communities we serve.” stated Patrick Bradway, Program Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area. He also said, “We are excited to announce our YES program, Youth Empowerment Services, in addition to our school and community programs. This program will meet the social, emotional, physical and educational needs of our youth. We hope you will consider being a partner in our vision.”
Partnership Opportunities
Local businesses, organizations and individuals can ensure mentoring programs will be available in the communities they live, work and play by becoming a Big Brothers Big Sisters Partner. If you are interested in donating or partnering with BBBS, go to GiveDeltaCounty.Org and click on the Big Brothers Big Sisters button to give.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Tiffany Hewitt
Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area
(906) 241-2396.
TiffHewitt.BBBS@gmail.com
About Community Foundation for Delta County
The Community Foundation for Delta is able to help the community in so many ways, including partnering with non-profits. There is strength in numbers and one of the Community Foundation for Delta County’s goals is to help non-profits in Delta County. We are able to adapt and meet the ever-changing needs of the community and we are doing just that by partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters to help them have successful youth programs. If you’re a non-profit and want to also partner with us or want to learn more about what the community foundation offers, please give us a call at (906) 786-6654 or stop in our office at 2420 1st Avenue South, Escanaba.
GiveDeltaCounty.Org
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YAC April Grant Round is Open!
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) announced today they are now accepting grant applications for its April 2022, grants round. Eligible non-profit organizations and sub-divisions of government are eligible to submit applications to the YAC for grants”.
Grant applications can be obtained in various ways:
Pick up :2420 1st Avenue South Escanaba, Michigan 49829,
Call: 1-906-786-6654,
E-mail: office@cfup.org
Website at www.cffdc.org.
Those interested in obtaining a grant must have the original and eight (8) copies of the application turned in to the community foundation office by 3:30 p. m. (EST) on Friday, April 1, 2022 otherwise your request may not be considered.
All those requesting grants from the foundation will be notified in writing, as to whether or not they have been successful in receiving their grant request. Members of the foundation’s YAC grants committee will make their grant recommendations to the full board of trustees of the Community Foundation for Delta County at their regularly scheduled board meeting at the end of April 2022, for their approval.
For good. For ever
It's Grant Time Again!
Mr. Charlie Becker, Board Chair and Mr. Will Carne, Sr., Grants Committee Member of the Community Foundation for Delta County announced today the foundation is now accepting grant applications for its April 2022, grants round. They stated, “Eligible non-profit organizations and sub-divisions of government are eligible to submit applications to the community foundation for grants”.
Grant applications can be obtained in various ways :
Visit: 2420 1st Avenue South Escanaba, Michigan,
Call: 1-906-786-6654
E-mail : office@cfup.org
Website at www.cffdc.org.
Those interested in obtaining a grant must have an original and thirteen (13) copies of the application turned in to the community foundation office by 3:30 p. m. (EST) on Friday, April 1, 2022 otherwise your request may not be considered.
All those requesting grants from the foundation will be notified in writing, as to whether or not they have been successful in receiving their grant request. Members of the foundation’s grants committee will make their grant recommendations to the full board of trustees of the foundation at their regularly scheduled board meeting at the end of April 2022, for their approval.
For good. For ever.
Upper Peninsula Sustainable Forest and Wildlife Fund April Grant Round is Open
Mr. Greg Sudderth, Chair of the Grants Committee of the Upper Peninsula Sustainable Forest and Wildlife Fund (UPSF & W), a fund of the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula, announced today that it will be accepting grant applications for the April 2022 grants round.
He stated, “Eligible non-profit organizations and sub-divisions of government are eligible to submit applications to the community foundation for grants that meet the guidelines of the UPSF & W Fund.”
Grant applications can be obtained at the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula located at 2420 1st Avenue South Escanaba, Michigan; the foundations website www.cfup.org; by calling the foundation’s office at 1-906-789-5972 or e-mailing office@cfup.org.
Those interested in obtaining a grant must have an original and three (3) copies turned into the community foundation office prior to 3:30 P.M. (EST) on Friday, April 1st, 2022, otherwise your request may not be considered.
All those requesting grants from the foundation will be notified in writing, as to whether or not they have been successful in receiving their grant request. Members of the UPSF & W Committee will make their grant recommendations to the full board of trustees of the foundation at their regularly scheduled board meeting at the end of April 2022, for their approval.
Thank You Delta County for helping Veterans
2021 Pro-Active Grants Announcement
Community Foundation for Delta County Executive Director, Mrs. Cheryl Andzejewski announced today that the Board of Trustees awarded pro-active grants to the following organizations:
Bay College - Food Pantry
MDS Community Action Agency – Senior Home Heating Program
The Salvation Army – Food Pantry
St. Vincent de Paul in Escanaba – Food Pantry
St. Vincent de Paul in Gladstone – Food Pantry
New Harvest – Soup Kitchen
New Harvest – Food Pantry
Mrs. Andzejewski stated, “The board felt it was important to provide financial support to local food pantries, soup kitchen as well as the MDS Community Action Agency Senior Home Heating Program. We are very fortunate to have the economic resources that our donors provided to the foundation so we can help the less fortunate in our community. Mrs. Andzejewski thanked the recipients and their organizations for all their hard work and dedication in the community”.
The recipients “thanked” the community foundation and stated, “We are so grateful to the community foundation for these pro-active grants and the positive impact the community foundation makes in our community.”
For good. For ever.
2021 UPPER PENINSULA SUSTAINABLE FOREST & WILDLIFE FUND GRANT AWARDEE
Mr. Charlie Becker, Chair of the Upper Peninsula Sustainable Forest and Wildlife Fund (UPSF & W) Grants Committee, announced that the Escanaba Rotary Trust Fund for Children with Special Needs was a recipient of their Fall 2021 Grants Round for their Multi Use Field Project.
“Our committee is grateful for the foresight of the former Mead Corporation for their desire to have a partnership with their employees; sportsmen and sportswomen and the youth of the Upper Peninsula. We are proud to be a committee under the auspices of the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula,” commented Mr. Becker. He continued, “It is our mission to foster a better understanding of our forests and wildlife as well as assist U. P. residents, including our youth, to become more active and enjoy the outdoors as much as is possible. The Escanaba Rotary Trust Fund for Children with Special Needs is in collaboration with the Northern Lights YMCA who runs their Camp Harstad programs in Ford River. Camp Harstad offers children with both physical and mental challenges a place to go and enjoy a variety of outdoor activities. The new 8,000 square foot multi use field project will offer a variety of physical outdoor activities like, soccer, volleyball, kickball, just to name a few, ”commented Mr. Becker.
Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula President, Mrs. Cheryl Andzejewski stated, “The foundation feels privileged to hold the Upper Peninsula Sustainable Forest and Wildlife Fund and are proud of all the good they do in the U. P.” She continued, “They truly care about the residents of the Upper Peninsula and in educating and offering healthy outdoor activities for individuals and families to enjoy.”
Fall 2021 Grant Recipients
Mr. Robert Van Damme, Board Chair and Mr. Will Carne, Sr., Grants Committee Chair, of the Community Foundation for Delta County jointly announced the community foundation’s Fall of 2021 Grants round recipients.
The following organizations receiving grants are:
Delta County Rescue Task Force – Protective equipment and medical equipment needed for use by every EMS Agency in Delta County
City of Escanaba – Brush hog for West Side Recreation Area
Escanaba Seventh Day Adventist Community and Food Community – Food Pantry
New Life Assembly of God – Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) for the Community Center and Church
Big brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area – COVID Relief for BBBS of the Bay Area
Pro-Active Grant recipients are:
Community Action Agency – Community Action Senior Heating Program
Salvation Army – Food Pantry
St. Vincent de Paul in Escanaba – Food Pantry
St. Vincent de Paul in Gladstone – Food Pantry
Bay de Noc Community College – Food Pantry
New Harvest Church – Soup Kitchen
New Harvest Church – Food Pantry
Mrs. Cheryl Andzejewski, Executive Director of the Community Foundation for Delta County stated, “The community foundation is able to provide funds to these entities only through the wonderful generosity of our donors who care about their community.”
Community Foundation Board Chair Mr. Robert Van Damme stated, “It is a privilege and honor to be part of an organization that is able to provide grants to a multitude of Delta County organizations that help make our area a better place for all.”
Grant Committee Chair Mr. Will Carne, Sr. announced, “The Spring 2022 grant round will “open” on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 and all completed applications and requirements must be received by the community foundation no later than 3:30 P.M. (EST) on Friday, April 1, 2022 in order to be considered. Watch for a news release toward the end of February, in the Escanaba Daily Press, or check out the community foundations website at cfup.org, for an announcement of the Spring 2022 grant round.”
“It is very rewarding to know what we do as a community foundation, and committee, has such a positive impact for our residents of Delta County,” stated Mr. Carne, Sr.
If you are interested in learning more about the community foundation and how you can help give back to our community,
Please contact us
Email at office@cfup.org
or y calling 906-786-6654.
For good. For ever.
2021 YAC Grants Awarded
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Community Foundation for Delta County, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula, announces the recipients of their Fall 2021 grants round.
The following organizations awarded grants are:
· Big Bay de Noc School District – Student Lounge
· Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area – Program Support of BBBS of the Bay Area
· City of Escanaba, Catherine Bonifas Civic Center – After School Program
· Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes, Inc. – Girl Scout Support and Leadership Experience in Delta County
Community Foundation for Delta County Executive Director, Mrs. Cheryl Andzejewski stated, “The foundation’s Youth Advisory Committee is made up of a bunch of very impressive young adults that want to help make a difference. They give of their time to make our community a better place to learn, play and live for its residents and visitors.”
Youth Advisory Committee Advisor, Mr. David Radloff announced, “Our next open grants round will be in the spring of 2022. The grant round will “open” on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, all completed applications, and its requirements must be received by the community foundation no later than 3:30 P.M. (EST) on Friday, April 1, 2022 in order to be considered. He commented, “Watch for a news release toward the end of February, in the Escanaba Daily Press, or check out the community foundations website, for an announcement of the Spring 2022 grant round.”
Youth Advisory Committee Co-Chair, Mrs. Diana Clark commented, “If you are a non-profit organization seeking a Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) grant application, you can obtain one by visiting the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula website at cfup.org, click on Donations & Granting then Delta YAC Grant Application; request one via email at office@cfup.org or by calling 906-786-6654.” She continued, “If you’re interested in finding out how you can help the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) continue to have a positive impact our community, please contact the community foundation.
Mrs. Andzejewski commented, “If you are interested in becoming a Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Member you can obtain an application by visiting the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula website cfup.org, click on Delta County then YAC Membership Application; request one via email at dclark@cfup.org or by calling Mrs. Clark at 906-786-6654.
Friday Finale of Legacy 2021
Thirsty Thursday Legacy 2021
Wishful Wednesday Legacy 2021
Memorial Monday Legacy 2021
Togetherness Tuesday Legacy 2021
The Legacy Fundraiser Pregame has started!
Our Community Foundation for Delta County’s Legacy Fundraiser Pregame has started!
Your support ensures the Community Foundation can help your community by supporting our:
· Save a Heart Program
· Children’s Feed The Kids Backpack Program
· Veteran Programs
· Human Needs Programs
This year, you can participate in the Legacy Fundraiser in the comfort of your own home by visiting givedeltacounty.org.
We also have online silent auctions consisting of:
A Petoskey Log Cabin Getaway
YMCA Annual Membership
Couples & Family Packages
Wine Baskets
Beer Baskets
Coffee Baskets
Not the techie type?
You can also call our office at
(906) 786-6654
Mail a donation to:
The Community Foundation for Delta County
2420 1st Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829.
For good. For ever.
A special thank you to our
Platinum Sponsors
Bay Area Pool
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CapTrust
EMP
Enbridge
First Bank
Gartland Family Fund
Northgate Equipment & Sales
The Carpet & Drapery Shoppe
The John & Melissa Besse Foundation
Legacacy 2021 Kick Off
The Community Foundation for Delta County is kicking off their week-long Legacy Fundraiser (formerly known as MASH)! The Community Foundation for Delta County provides financial support for programs aimed at solving community problems and enhancing life in Delta County. Your support ensures the Community Foundation can keep their programs running in Delta County such as our Veteran Programs, Save a Heart Program, Children’s Feed The Kids Backpack Program as well as other Human Needs Programs. This year, you can participate in the Legacy Fundraiser in the comfort of your own home by visiting our Facebook or givedeltacounty.org. We also have online silent auctions consisting of a Petoskey Log Cabin Getaway; YMCA Annual Membership; Couples & Family Packages; and Wine, Beer & Coffee Baskets. If you prefer, you can also call our offices at (906) 786-6654 or mail a donation to The Community Foundation for Delta County, 2420 1st Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829. For good. For ever.
A special thank you to our Platinum Sponsors:
Bay Area Pool
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan,
CapTrust
EMP
Enbridge
First Bank
Gartland Family Fund
Northgate Equipment & Sales
The Carpet & Drapery Shoppe
The John & Melissa Besse Foundation
906 YOOPER DAY SHOOTOUT
Mrs. Cheryl Andzejewski, President of the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula and Mr. Bill Leisenring, Founder and CEO U. P. Authentic puts a shootout to all Yooper’s, and non-Yooper’s, reminding them that Monday, September 6 is 906 “Yooper” Day.
Mrs. Andzejewski commented, “Anytime is a great time to celebrate Yooper’s!”
“In celebration of 906 “Yooper” Day, U. P. Authentic will be giving a 9.06% discount site wide all week,” stated Mr. Bill Leisenring. He also stated, “All purchases will help support U. P. charities.”
Mrs. Andzejewski commented, “U. P. Authentic is true to its name and in-tune with cool handcrafted products made by original Yooper artists. Anytime is a great time to shop on upauthentic.com, especially the week kicking off 906 “Yooper” Day.”
If you are interested in finding out more about U. P. Authentic, please contact info@upauthentic.com or the Community Foundation of the Upper Peninsula at office@cfup.org
Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of Delta County Now Accepting Grant Requests
The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) announced today they are now accepting grant applications for its October 2021, grants round. Eligible non-profit organizations and sub-divisions of government are eligible to submit applications to the YAC for grants”.
Grant applications can be obtained at the community foundation office at
2420 1st Avenue South Escanaba, Michigan 49829, by calling the foundation’s office at 1-906-786-6654, e-mailing a request for a YAC grant application to office@cfup.org or from the foundation’s website at www.cffdc.org.
Those interested in obtaining a grant must have an original and eight (8) copies of the application turned in to the community foundation office by 3:30 p. m. (EST) on Friday, October 1st, 2021 otherwise your request may not be considered.
All those requesting grants from the foundation will be notified in writing, as to whether or not they have been successful in receiving their grant request. Members of the foundation’s YAC grants committee will make their grant recommendations to the full board of trustees of the Community Foundation for Delta County at their regularly scheduled board meeting the end of October 2021, for their approval.