Many people create a charitable giving plan during a particular season of life. Perhaps you established a donor-advised fund after selling a business, included charitable gifts in your estate plan when your children were young, or began supporting favorite causes after retirement.

Over time, however, your life changes—and so does our community. Families grow, financial circumstances shift, priorities evolve, and new opportunities to make a difference emerge. Organizations you care about may expand their missions or collaborate with others to address changing community needs. Just as you periodically review your financial and estate plans, it’s worth taking time to revisit your charitable plans as well.

If it has been a few years since you’ve reflected on your charitable goals, our team would be honored to be part of the conversation. Here are a few questions to consider:

Are the causes I support today the same ones I cared about ten years ago?

Many donors find that their interests evolve over time. You may have become passionate about education, environmental conservation, healthcare, animal welfare, faith-based initiatives, or other causes that were not top priorities years ago. Your charitable giving can evolve right alongside you.

Does my charitable plan still reflect my family’s values?

Children and grandchildren often develop interests and perspectives of their own. Many families discover that charitable giving provides a meaningful opportunity to discuss generosity, shared values, and community impact across generations. Those conversations often become part of the family’s legacy.

Have I reviewed my retirement account beneficiary designations recently?

If you’ve already worked with your advisors to update beneficiary designations, that’s wonderful. Even so, it’s wise to revisit those documents every few years. If you haven’t considered naming your fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation or another charity as a beneficiary of IRAs and other retirement accounts, it may be worth exploring the charitable and tax advantages with your professional advisors. We’re always happy to work alongside your attorney, CPA, or financial advisor to help carry out your charitable intentions.

Do I know how local needs have changed?

Communities are always evolving, and Lenawee County is no exception. While many longstanding needs remain, new opportunities to strengthen our community continue to emerge. The Lenawee Community Foundation team stays closely connected with local nonprofit organizations and community leaders, helping donors understand where philanthropy can make the greatest difference today—and tomorrow—right here in Lenawee County.

Am I making my giving as simple as possible?

Giving should be meaningful, not complicated. Many donors appreciate opportunities to simplify their philanthropy. Whether through a donor-advised fund, another type of fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation, or a combination of giving strategies, we can help you create an approach that is organized, flexible, and aligned with your goals.

Refreshing your charitable plan doesn’t always require major changes. Sometimes a simple conversation is enough to confirm that everything remains on track. Other times, donors discover new opportunities to strengthen their impact, engage family members, or support emerging community needs.

Whatever season of life you’re in, we’re here to help. It’s our privilege to partner with individuals and families who care about Lenawee County, helping ensure their generosity continues to reflect their values and create lasting impact—for today and for future generations.

We look forward to the conversation.

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In many of these conversations, parents and grandparents ask how they can involve teens. The teenage years are a wonderful time to begin exploring philanthropy together. Teens are old enough to understand community challenges, develop passions of their own, and make thoughtful decisions about how they want to make a difference.

Research supports what many families have experienced firsthand. A landmark study published in the Journal of Adolescence found that altruistic behaviors—such as helping others and serving the community—not only appeal to adolescents, but actively raise their self-esteem and feelings of self-worth.

Even with the best intentions, getting teens involved can sometimes feel challenging. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are ten simple ways to begin.

1. Ask what they care about

Many adults begin by talking about charities they support. Instead, start by asking your teen what matters most to them. They may be passionate about animals, the environment, education, healthcare, mental health, or helping neighbors in need. Listening first creates opportunities for meaningful conversations and deeper community engagement.

2. Volunteer together

Giving involves more than writing checks. Spending even just an hour volunteering as a family can help teens see firsthand how nonprofit organizations strengthen our community and why charitable support matters.

3. Let them help make giving decisions

If your family has a donor-advised fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation, consider inviting your teen to recommend a portion of your annual grants to nonprofit organizations they believe in. Even small decisions can help build confidence and encourage thoughtful conversations about generosity. Some families even choose to establish a donor-advised fund for a child or grandchild when they reach adulthood, using cash or appreciated assets to help launch a lifetime of charitable giving.

Looking for another meaningful way to inspire philanthropy? Encourage your teen to explore the Lenawee YOUTH Council. Through the Council, young leaders learn about community needs, make real grant decisions, and help direct charitable dollars where they can make the greatest impact. Over the past two decades, Lenawee YOUTH Council members have awarded more than $1.1 million in grants and community projects, bringing health, happiness, and hope to their peers and the broader community.

4. Visit local nonprofits

Many nonprofit organizations welcome visitors and offer tours or informational meetings. Seeing an organization’s work firsthand often leaves a lasting impression. Even a short visit can spark meaningful conversations. Our team is always happy to suggest organizations and help make introductions.

5. Encourage curiosity

Invite your teen to research a cause they care about and learn about organizations working to address it. This helps develop critical thinking while introducing concepts like nonprofit missions, effectiveness, and community impact. If you’re looking for ideas, we’re always happy to recommend resources. The Lenawee YOUTH Council is a program of the Lenawee Community Foundation where students gain leadership experience, meet new people, and see firsthand how their ideas can create lasting change—right here at home.

6. Share your family’s story

Charitable giving often reflects deeply held values. Sharing stories about why your family supports certain causes can help teens understand that philanthropy is about more than financial gifts, it’s about creating positive change. Those personal stories often become lasting family traditions.

7. Help them give their own money

Whether it is a portion of an allowance, earnings from a summer job, or birthday money, encouraging teens to make their own charitable gifts can be a powerful learning experience. It always feels more “real” to spend your own money, and charitable giving is no exception. When young people choose to give, they begin to see themselves as part of something bigger.

8. Introduce teens to community leaders

Think of all the people you know who are making a difference every day—whether they work for a nonprofit, volunteer, serve on a board, or lead community initiatives. Meeting people who are improving Lenawee County can inspire teens to imagine how they might make an impact, too.

9. Include them in Lenawee Community Foundation events

Many Lenawee Community Foundation events offer opportunities to learn about community needs, celebrate local impact, and connect with others who care about Lenawee County. For teens who want to become even more involved, the Lenawee YOUTH Council offers hands-on opportunities to build leadership skills, participate in grantmaking, and make a difference alongside their peers. Ask us about upcoming events and programs that may be a great fit.

10. Focus on progress, not perfection

There is no single right way to nurture generosity. The goal isn’t to create a philanthropist overnight. Instead, create opportunities for curiosity, learning, and participation. Small moments today can become lifelong habits of generosity tomorrow.

One of the greatest gifts we can give the next generation is the confidence to make a difference. At the Lenawee Community Foundation, we’re honored to help families build a legacy of generosity that strengthens Lenawee County, now and for future generations.

Is there a teen in your life who wants to make a difference?

The Lenawee YOUTH Council empowers young people ages 12–21 to build leadership skills, learn about community needs, and help shape the future of Lenawee County through service and philanthropy.Explore the Lenawee YOUTH Council

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Over time, many donors discover that they want something more. They want to learn about local needs, connect with nonprofits making a difference right here in Lenawee County, involve family members in giving decisions, and work with a trusted local partner who understands the place they call home. For these donors, transferring a donor-advised fund to the Lenawee Community Foundation can be a natural next step.

The good news is that moving a donor-advised fund is often easier than people expect. Here’s a simple look at how the process works.

Step 1: Start a Conversation

The first step is simply to reach out. Our team will take time to learn about your charitable goals, answer your questions, and explore how a donor-advised fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation can help you create the impact you envision.

Many donors are surprised to learn that they don’t have to choose between convenience and local expertise. In addition to the flexibility of a donor-advised fund, you’ll gain personalized guidance, deep community knowledge, and a long-term partner committed to strengthening Lenawee County.

Step 2: Create a Fund That Reflects Your Values

One of the most enjoyable parts of the process is designing a fund that reflects your family’s charitable vision. You can choose a fund name, such as the Smith Family Fund, designate fund advisors, and discuss how future generations might become involved. Many donors use this opportunity to create a structure that encourages family conversations about generosity and community impact, while benefiting from the Foundation’s experience and philanthropic expertise.

Step 3: Establish Your New Donor-Advised Fund

We’ll provide a simple fund agreement outlining how your fund will operate and who may recommend grants to nonprofit organizations. The process is straightforward, and our team will guide you every step of the way.

Step 4: Recommend a Grant to Transfer Your Fund

Once your new fund is established, you can contact your current donor-advised fund provider and recommend a grant to the Lenawee Community Foundation for the benefit of your newly created fund. In many cases, this can be completed online in just a few minutes.

Step 5: Confirm the Details

To help ensure a smooth transfer, be sure to use the exact name of your new fund and any instructions provided by the Foundation. We’ll gladly coordinate the details with you and answer questions throughout the process.

Step 6: Decide How Much to Transfer

Some donors transfer the entire balance of an existing donor-advised fund at once. Others prefer to transfer a portion first and move additional assets later. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. The right decision depends on your charitable goals, giving plans, and Some donors transfer the entire balance of an existing donor-advised fund at once. Others prefer to transfer a portion first and move additional assets over time. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. The right choice depends on your charitable goals and what works best for you and your family. Some donors even choose to maintain their existing donor-advised fund while also establishing a locally focused donor-advised fund or another charitable fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation.

Step 7: Put Your Philanthropy to Work Right Here in Lenawee

After the transfer is complete, you can begin recommending grants from your donor-advised fund. Whether you’re supporting longtime favorite organizations or discovering new opportunities to make a difference, our team is here as a trusted resource. Many donors find that this deeper connection to the community—and the opportunity to give with local insight—becomes one of the most rewarding aspects of their philanthropy.

A donor-advised fund is a simple, flexible way to organize your charitable giving. By bringing your fund to the Lenawee Community Foundation, you’ll also gain a local philanthropic partner dedicated to helping you make a lasting difference, now and for future generations.

If you’d like to explore whether transferring your donor-advised fund is right for you, we’d love to start the conversation.

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The Knight family’s generosity was a source of pride for the late Marilyn Underhill, daughter of V.C. and Velma Knight. Reflecting on her parents’ legacy, she once shared, “My parents came from humble backgrounds, but they did well financially and were able to help hundreds of people in their lifetimes.”

Velma passed away in 1980 and V.C. in 2005, but their legacy continues to change lives across Lenawee County thanks to their foresight and generosity. Since 2008, the V.C. and Velma Knight Memorial Fund has provided nearly $675,000 in grants to local programs, supporting everything from food security and mental health services to homeless prevention and childcare scholarships.

Rooted in the Knight family’s values of service, compassion, and local investment, the fund continues to make a lasting difference for the people and communities of Lenawee County.

V.C. Knight was a pioneer in the air conditioning industry and the founder of Addison Products Company. Velma was a lifelong Bible scholar with a heart for helping others. Today, they are remembered not only for their accomplishments but for their compassion, and for choosing to create a legacy that keeps giving.

Grants are awarded to programs that address basic needs, health, and human services in Lenawee County. To honor the donors’ wishes and create the greatest possible impact, priority will be given to proposals that:

• Provide direct services to individuals and families
• Leverage resources through partnerships or matching funds
• Can be sustained without ongoing Foundation support
• Encourage collaboration and avoid duplication of existing services
• Promote volunteerism and community involvement

All grant applications must be submitted electronically by August 1, 2026.
To apply, visit https://goapply2.akoyago.com/lenaweecf.

For questions or assistance, please contact Madison Roberts at 517.263.4696 or email madison@lenaweecf.com.

The Lenawee Community Foundation is honored to continue the work V.C. and Velma Knight began, and grateful to their daughter Marilyn for preserving and extending their commitment to building a stronger, more compassionate community.

About Lenawee Community Foundation:

The Lenawee Community Foundation is a charitable organization created by and for the community. By collecting donations and investing them for lasting impact, the Foundation funds grants, scholarships, and local initiatives to address community needs, support nonprofits, and enhance the wellbeing of Lenawee County. More than just an organization, the Lenawee Community Foundation is an opportunity for individuals, families, and businesses to leverage the power of collective giving to make sure their community stays strong and supported for years to come.

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For more information, please contact: Kirsten Stiver, 517-263-4696, kirsten@lenaweecf.com.

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All of this is wonderful! There’s one more step, however, that is often overlooked: Connecting the dots. If you are a donor or fund holder at the Lenawee Community Foundation, or plan to establish a fund in the near future, please consider introducing your advisors to the Lenawee Community Foundation team. A simple introduction can make a tremendous difference in ultimately achieving your charitable goals. Here’s why:

• Attorneys, CPAs, and wealth managers are experts in many aspects of financial and estate planning, and their work is essential in helping you develop and implement strategies through legal documentation, tax filings, and other technical guidance. Not all advisors, however, are experts in charitable giving.
• The Lenawee Community Foundation, by comparison, brings to the table specialized knowledge about charitable giving strategies, local nonprofit needs, philanthropic tools that may be best suited for your particular situation, and the types of assets you might consider giving to achieve your goals.
• The Lenawee Community Foundation certainly does not offer legal, tax, or financial advice, but we absolutely stay current on legal, tax, and charitable developments. In turn, we can keep you and your advisors informed about which trends to watch.
• When you establish a fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation as part of your charitable plan, our team will handle the paperwork and administration to create and manage that fund. This is often a relief to your advisors, not to mention a relief to you!

Importantly, collaborative conversations among donors, advisors, and the Lenawee Community Foundation are not only for ultra-high-net-worth families. Even relatively straightforward charitable plans can benefit from collaboration between your advisors and the Lenawee Community Foundation. In many cases, donors discover giving opportunities they might not otherwise have considered. What’s more, many advisors appreciate having philanthropic specialists available to help explore charitable strategies that benefit both the donor and the causes they care about.

So, what can you do? We invite and encourage you to take the lead! A simple email introducing each of your advisors to the Lenawee Community Foundation team is often all that is required to open the door to better communication and stronger planning. The Lenawee Community Foundation is always happy to join a conversation with you and your advisors, but a baseline introduction is the most critical part. 

When professionals work together, the result is often a more coordinated and impactful charitable plan. By connecting your advisors with the Lenawee Community Foundation, you help create a team that can support both your financial goals and your desire to make a lasting difference. We look forward to hearing from you—and meeting your advisors! Thank you for all you do to make our community a better place. 

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For many donors, the creative use of donor-advised funds at the Lenawee Community Foundation opens the door to a larger charitable impact than they originally thought possible. Here’s how:

Your fund grows and changes alongside your life

Many people do not realize that a donor-advised fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation can help simplify giving during major life transitions. If you are preparing for retirement, selling a business, receiving an inheritance, or navigating a particularly high-income year, your donor-advised fund can provide flexibility in both timing for income tax planning and philanthropic grantmaking decisions. What’s more, during many of these transitions, it may make sense to look beyond cash gifts and explore using appreciated stock, closely held business interests, real estate, and other noncash assets to fund your charitable goals in tax-efficient ways.

Your fund can help you engage the next generation

Some donors are using donor-advised funds at the Lenawee Community Foundation to involve children and grandchildren in family philanthropy. Because grants can be recommended over many years to 501(c)(3) organizations locally and across the country, donor-advised funds create opportunities for ongoing conversations about values, generosity, and community impact across generations.

The Lenawee Community Foundation supports your areas of focus

Working with your local Lenawee Community Foundation adds the important elements of flexibility, personalization, and expertise. Unlike national commercial donor-advised fund providers, Lenawee Community Foundations combine the administrative advantages of a donor-advised fund with deep local knowledge and personalized philanthropic support. The Lenawee Community Foundation can help identify community needs, connect you with nonprofit organizations of all shapes and sizes, and explore creative strategies tailored to your own charitable interests. The Lenawee Community Foundation is here to help you support your favorite causes, whatever they may be.

The takeaway? Your donor-advised fund at the Lenawee Community Foundation is much more than just a giving account—it is a flexible tool for building a thoughtful, lasting charitable legacy that supports your favorite causes and the community as a whole. Please reach out to our team to expand your impact and enjoy your philanthropy even more! 

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In the simplest terms, meeting the moment means responding thoughtfully and generously to the needs that matter most today while still keeping long-term community impact in mind. Sometimes that means supporting immediate emergency relief efforts. Other times, it means helping nonprofits today so that they can build long-term solutions that strengthen our community for years to come.

Here are three tips that may help you and your family consider how you can make the biggest difference:

Think broadly about your charitable giving plan

Many fund holders have adopted a “portfolio approach” to their philanthropy, leaning on the Lenawee Community Foundation to serve as a convenient and strategic hub. For example, your charitable giving “portfolio” at the Lenawee Community Foundation might include a donor-advised fund to support your annual and ongoing charitable giving, legacy provisions to ensure that your impact extends across future generations, capacity-building gifts to the Lenawee Community Foundation itself to ensure the growth of philanthropy and impact across our region, and special “field of interest” or “designated funds” to support particular focus areas or specific nonprofit organizations as needs ebb and flow. The combination of multiple fund types and giving structures helps ensure that your dollars make the biggest difference.

Incorporate flexibility as you carry out your charitable giving plan

With the appropriate funds and planning vehicles in place, many donors take the next step to ensure their charitable portfolio allows for flexible funding during times of crisis and transition. Specifically, nonprofits in our community often need unrestricted support so they can respond quickly to changing conditions, invest in staff capacity, and continue serving people effectively even after headlines fade. Donors who understand this can play a powerful role in helping organizations remain resilient and responsive. The Lenawee Community Foundation can help you identify instances where it’s most beneficial simply to provide general support to nonprofit organizations, rather than designating your gift to a specific program or desired outcome.

Consistency is key

Meeting the moment does not mean changing all your charitable priorities overnight, only to revert them back when the moment has passed. There will always be moments of need! Instead, “meeting the moment” means staying informed about current community needs with the help of the Lenawee Community Foundation team, remaining flexible in the causes you support and the ways you support them, and responding quickly when your philanthropy can create meaningful impact and your community needs it most. Sometimes, even a small adjustment in timing, focus, or funding approach can make a big difference in the lives of people in need.

As always, the Lenawee Community Foundation is here to help. Our team members are deeply connected to local nonprofits and community leaders, which means we are uniquely positioned to identify emerging needs and opportunities for impact. Whether you want to respond to a current challenge, support a specific cause area, or balance immediate needs with long-term charitable goals, the Lenawee Community Foundation can help you structure your overall giving strategy and serve as a sounding board as you carry out your plans.

Please reach out anytime! 

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ADRIAN, Mich., Jun. 15, 2026 – Thanks to the generosity of community members, corporate partners, and Lenawee Cares Pillars, Lenawee Cares raised $405,839 during the 2025–26 campaign, bringing the total invested in Lenawee County nonprofits to more than $4 million since the program began in 2016.

Every dollar raised stays right here in Lenawee County, supporting trusted local nonprofit organizations that address both urgent needs and long-term challenges. From food assistance and housing support to childcare, literacy programs, mental health services, and family resources, Lenawee Cares helps ensure local nonprofits have the funding they need to respond when our neighbors need them most.

Lenawee Cares is a community-driven initiative of the Lenawee Community Foundation that brings together individuals, businesses, and organizations around a shared commitment to strengthening Lenawee County. Through collective giving, donors create a flexible source of funding that helps local nonprofits meet emerging needs, expand services, and improve quality of life across our community. With less than nine percent used for administrative costs, Lenawee Cares remains one of the most efficient and impactful ways to give locally.

“At the Lenawee Community Foundation, we know that some of the greatest challenges can be addressed when neighbors come together to help one another,” said Bronna Kahle, President & CEO of the Lenawee Community Foundation. “Lenawee Cares reflects the very best of our community. We are incredibly thankful for the individuals, families, businesses, and organizations whose generosity is creating health, happiness, and hope throughout Lenawee County.”

The success of Lenawee Cares is made possible by donors, volunteers, workplace campaign partners, and community champions who believe in the power of local philanthropy. Together, they are helping build a stronger, more resilient Lenawee County where people have access to the support, opportunities, and resources they need to thrive.

To learn more about Lenawee Cares or how to get involved, contact Madison Roberts at 517.263.4696 or email forlenawee@lenaweecf.com.

About Lenawee Cares:

Launched in 2016, Lenawee Cares is a community-powered annual fund and corporate giving campaign focused on meeting essential needs – including food, shelter, clothing, and vital local programs. Every fall, individuals and businesses make pledges, and in the following year, those funds are collected and distributed to support nonprofit organizations across Lenawee County.

About Lenawee Community Foundation:

The Lenawee Community Foundation is a charitable organization created by and for the community. By collecting donations and investing them for lasting impact, the Foundation funds grants, scholarships, and local initiatives to address community needs, support nonprofits, and enhance the wellbeing of Lenawee County. More than just an organization, the Lenawee Community Foundation is an opportunity for individuals, families, and businesses to leverage the power of collective giving to make sure their community stays strong and supported for years to come.

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Kahle has served as President & CEO during a transformative season for the Foundation, helping strengthen the organization internally while expanding its visibility, responsiveness, and impact across Lenawee County. Under her leadership, the Foundation has experienced significant growth in charitable assets, donor engagement, grantmaking, and community leadership initiatives focused on improving Lenawee’s health, happiness, and hope in partnership with donors—now and forever.

During Kahle’s tenure, the Foundation successfully completed the $2 million Health, Happiness, and Hope Fund campaign, launching a stronger flexible grantmaking resource to help Lenawee County respond to current and future community needs. The Foundation also expanded donor services, strengthened grantmaking and community partnerships, and increased organizational capacity to better serve Lenawee for the long term.

“Serving the Lenawee Community Foundation and the people of Lenawee County has truly been one of the greatest honors of my life,” said Kahle. “This work is deeply meaningful because it is ultimately about people, relationships, generosity, and community. I am incredibly humbled by what we have built together and deeply grateful to our donors, volunteers, nonprofit partners, staff, and board members for their trust, partnership, and shared commitment to this community.”

Kahle added that she has complete confidence in the Foundation’s future leadership.

“Paula Trentman is exactly the right person to lead LCF into its next chapter,” Kahle said. “She brings decades of community foundation experience, strong relationships across Lenawee County, deep institutional knowledge, and, most importantly, a genuine heart for serving others. The Lenawee Community Foundation will be in excellent hands.”

Trentman has served the Lenawee Community Foundation in various capacities for more than 25 years and currently serves as Executive Vice President. Throughout her tenure, she has played a key leadership role in grantmaking, donor stewardship, scholarships, nonprofit partnerships, and many of the Foundation’s most important community initiatives and programs.

“LCF has always been about helping connect people who care with causes that matter,” said Trentman. “It has been a privilege to be part of this work for so many years, and I am honored by the trust the Board has placed in me. Lenawee County is filled with generous people and strong community partners, and I look forward to building on that momentum together in the years ahead.”

Board Chair Dave Hickman said the Board is grateful for Kahle’s leadership and excited for the Foundation’s future under Trentman’s direction.

“Bronna Kahle has provided exceptional leadership during an important season of growth and organizational strengthening for the Lenawee Community Foundation,” Hickman said. “Her passion for Lenawee County, commitment to community philanthropy, and ability to bring people together around meaningful work have left a lasting impact on the Foundation and our community.”

Hickman added, “At the same time, the Board is thrilled to announce Paula Trentman as LCF’s next President & CEO. Paula is respected throughout Lenawee County and across the philanthropic community. She understands this work at every level, believes deeply in the mission of the Lenawee Community Foundation, and leads with both experience and heart. The Board is confident LCF’s future is incredibly bright.”

The Lenawee Community Foundation Board of Directors noted that the transition plan reflects a thoughtful and strategic leadership succession process designed to ensure continuity, stability, and continued momentum for the organization and the community it serves.

About Lenawee Community Foundation:

The Lenawee Community Foundation is a charitable organization created by and for the community. By collecting donations and investing them for lasting impact, the Foundation funds grants, scholarships, and local initiatives to address community needs, support nonprofits, and enhance the wellbeing of Lenawee County. More than just an organization, the Lenawee Community Foundation is an opportunity for individuals, families, and businesses to leverage the power of collective giving to make sure their community stays strong and supported for years to come.

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This free presentation will share key findings from the newly updated Lenawee County Databook, highlighting important trends affecting our community, including economic pressures and financial stability, childhood and family resilience, health and well-being, workforce changes, and overall community capacity.

Developed in partnership with the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University, the Databook provides valuable insights into where Lenawee County is thriving and where opportunities for growth remain.

All nonprofits, businesses, organizations, and residents interested in the future of Lenawee County are encouraged to attend.

Attendance is free, but registration is required and seating is limited.

To register, scan the QR code or contact the Lenawee Community Foundation at forlenawee@lenaweecf.com.

The Lenawee Community Foundation connects people who care with causes that matter, bringing health, happiness, and hope to Lenawee County—now and forever.

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For more information, please contact: Kirsten Stiver, 517-263-4696, kirsten@lenaweecf.com.

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