Holly Union Train Depot to Move Come Spring, Fundraising Needed for Next Steps
Those interested in making a donation or collaborating on fundraising efforts can reach out to Klempp at nklempp@hollyvillage.org.
Main Street Micro Business Startup Grants Available in Several Oakland County Communities
Main Street Oakland County (MSOC) has partnered with Genisys Credit Union to create the Spirit of Main Street Micro Business Startup Grant Program.
Pontiac Impact Challenge Invites Nonprofits to Apply for Fundraising Event
This year, the Challenge will encompass Giving Tuesday and will have more opportunities for your organization to win funds to support your mission.
Novi Community Raising Money for Splashpad in Honor of Jessica Starr-Rose
The vision is a splashpad at Bosco Park – complete with weather-themed features – to be enjoyed by Jessica’s two children and children from across the area.
Springtime: Sink or Swim for Local Journalism
Springtime: Sink or Swim for Local Journalism (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 10, 2018) Ferndale, MI- Memorial Day kicks off several busy months here in Oakland County. With nearly every city and village bustling with events, lots of great community service happening, the wheels of local government turning, and election season beginning – there is a…
Bowling Fundraiser for Citizens for Fair Ferndale Feb. 11
Bowling Fundraiser for Citizens for Fair Ferndale Feb. 11 (EVENT page) Ferndale, MI – Join Citizens for a Fair Ferndale at Luxury Lanes for bowling, food, and FUN! Saturday, February 11 at 2 PM – 4 PM Luxury Lanes 600 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, Michigan 48220 $25 for advance registration; $30 at the door.…
Ferndale Artist in You Program Seeks Funding for Student Art
Ferndale Artist in You Program Seeks Funding for Student Art (Press Release, Jan. 28, 2016) WHAT IT IS: Ferndale High School and CASA student artists compete to have their artwork converted into public art. The three top scoring students will be eligible for a $500 scholarship. Six students’ work will be selected to be enlarged,…
A Last Appeal: Onwards Towards Denver!
The National Conference for Media Reform is less than three weeks away! Thanks to advertising purchases by readers and local businesses I’ve raised almost enough money to be able to make it.
FernCare’s Resources for Low Income Healthcare
FernCare has updated their list of places where people can get health care and other assistance. Currently the Ferndale-based free health clinic is operating at capacity and is not accepting new clients at this time. However, they are dedicated to providing information to help connect people with the care they need. The list below is shared off of their Resources Page at http://ferncare.org/resources/.
Charity of Choice: Ferndale Soup
This month’s Charity is Ferndale Soup. The premise of Ferndale Soup is simple. On the third Sunday of each month, a bunch of people get together and each pay $5 to enjoy some soup (and other delicious food) and listen to presentations about projects that people would like to start. Then they vote on which project gets to take home the funding.
FernCare Free Clinic Opens (with video)
The FernCare Free Clinic (459 E. 9 Mile) had its ribbon cutting ceremony and open house today, after three and a half years of fundraising and planning by hundreds of volunteers, donors and supporters.
Rib Burn Off Results
The Annual Rib Burn Off was a huge success, with ribs running out before 4:00 despite the heavy snow and cold weather conditions. The event, part of the annual Ferndale Blues Festival, raises money for Ferndale Youth Assistance and Michigan AIDS Coalition.