The Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) Board of Trustees elected three new officers to lead the Foundation for one year, with their officer terms ending in March 2027. Anne Belanger of Rogers City is the new President; Tracy D’Augustino of Harrisville is the new Vice President/Treasurer; and Barbara Mills of Posen is the new Secretary. Lois Marshall of Spruce is the outgoing President and will continue on the Executive Committee as Past President.

$150,000 Grant Supports Food Access Infrastructure

The Winter 2026 round of Community Impact Grants includes a total of $95,680 in new awards to local nonprofits in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle Counties.

The Northeast Michigan Youth Advisory Council awarded more than $23,000 in new youth-related grants supporting project in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle Counties.

Community Foundation for Northeast Michigan (CFNEM) Executive Director, Patrick Heraghty, was elected to the Board of Trustees of the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF). His six-year term began in October 2025.

Mental health and stress issues remain on the list. Vaping and hygiene issues emerge as top issues impacting youth.