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What is Philanthropy?
The giving of time, talent, ties, testimony, or treasure. The effort or inclination to increase the well-being of humankind, by charitable aid or donations. The literal translation is “love of mankind/humankind.”
What is Grantmaking?
The process of providing grants to nonprofit organizations from a formal grantmaking organization.
What is a Community Foundation?
A foundation developed to enhance the quality of life for its local community through grantmaking with support from local community members as donors, volunteers, and board members.
How many school districts are within the MAISD?
16
Calvary Christian
Fruitport
Holton
Mona Shores
Montague Area
Muskegon Catholic Central
Muskegon Covenant Academy
Muskegon
Muskegon Heights Public School Academy
North Muskegon
Oakridge
Orchard View
Ravenna
Reeths-Puffer
Western Michigan Christian
Whitehall
When does YAC need to assess the needs of their Youth? (via Needs Assessment)
Every 3 years
What are YAC's current priororities?
Mental Health
Substance Abuse
Race Discrimination
What set of rules are used during YAC meetings?
Roberts Rules of Order
What are the Community Foundation's three strategic focus areas?
What scholarship offers 2 yrs of free college for Muskegon Co. students?
The Muskegon Area Promise
What is the minimum amount of service projects that YAC should conduct in a year?
2
What annual conference is provided to train youth grantmakers?
Youth Grantmakers Summer Leadership Conference
Who can YAC award grants to?
Nonprofit organizations
501c3s
Government agencies(i.e School districts, libraries)
Who is the current President/CEO of the Community Foundation for Muskegon County
Mr. Todd Jacobs
Where does the name "Muskegon" come from?
The name "Muskegon" is derived from the Ottawa Indian term "Masquigon" meaning "marshy river" or "swamp."
How many official meetings does YAC have in a year?
7
What Foundation assisted in the creation of YACs across the state?
W. K Kellog Foundation
How many grant rounds occur in a year?
3
Fall, Teacher mini-grants, & Spring
What building does the Community Foundation own and operate?
The Frauenthal Center
What US President visited Muskegon during their campaign?
John F. Kennedy
What are the activities that center YAC?
grantmaking, recruitment, fund development, community service, and DEI.
When was the YAC established for the CFFMC?
1989
[Approximately] How much does YAC grant per year?
$60,000
Who is the affiliate organization of the Community Foundation?
Community Foundation for Mason County
How many bodies of water are in Muskegon County
13