The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to support local students by serving as an official drop-off location for the Gifts for All God’s Children (GFAGC) School Backpack Program.
This community initiative aims to equip children in need with essential school supplies, helping them start the school year prepared and confident.
Residents, businesses, and community members are encouraged to donate new school supplies from the program’s wish list, including:Backpacks (15”–17”)Glue sticks, #2 Gardens planted last year by adults with disabilities are growing into a second season as Genisys Credit Union continues its partnership with Dutton Farm to tend beds at Nelson Park’s Community Garden in Sterling Heights. The collaboration provides meaningful community involvement, empowering adults with disabilities to connect with nature and create an impact.For clients of Dutton Farm, a non-profit, the gardens are about more than growing food, it’s about growing skills, taking pride in their
Bear Hug, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting children in crisis and strengthening the mental health of first responders, is inviting local businesses and community partners to become sponsors of its upcoming Annual Wine Dinner, taking place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Fogo de Chão in Troy.
This highly anticipated event brings together community leaders, businesses, and supporters for an evening of connection, philanthropy, and impact, all in support of Bear Hug’s mission.
Bear Hug is committed Come shop Downtown Rochester’s Makers’ Market on Saturday, June 13! This artisanal, open-air vendor show is the perfect place to experience the unique, handcrafted work of local small businesses. The Downtown Rochester Makers’ Market is more than just shopping. It is an opportunity to connect with makers themselves, learn about their craft, and support local artisans and entrepreneurs.
“The Makers’ Market has become such a special event because it brings together talented creators from all over the area
Milford, MI — Many nonprofits are working hard, but still struggling to grow support. The problem is often not the mission. The problem is that too few people know what the organization does. This usually comes down to public relations, also called PR, according to Milford fundraising expert and consultant, Kirt Manecke.
PR is how a nonprofit shares its story with the public, the media, and the community. But many groups do not do PR at all. Others do it only once in a while or only during events or Keep your kids busy while developing soccer skills this summer! RSC summer camps provide a fun environment for players to learn new soccer skills, play games, make friends, and be kids! Summer camps are open to a variety of ages and abilities!
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Community Invited to Contribute to 2051 Time Capsule Project
Residents are invited to take part in a unique opportunity to preserve today’s memories for future generations through a community time capsule initiative, set to be opened in the year 2051.
Submissions are now being accepted for inclusion in the time capsule. Community members are encouraged to contribute meaningful items such as photographs (8.5" x 11" or smaller), letters, personal stories, news articles, poems, artwork, or other historical
RRC Serves as Collection Site for Gifts for All God's Children School Supplies
Growing Skills, Genisys Credit Union Supports Community Garden Initiative for Dutton Farm
Bear Hug Invites Community to Sponsor Annual Wine Dinner Supporting Children and First Responders
Fourth Annual Downtown Rochester's Makers' Market
Most Nonprofits Lose Support Because of One Hidden Problem: PR
RSC Summer Soccer Camp Registration Open
Invitation to Capturing Our Community in 2026 Time Capsule
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