🌟 Meet Susan Lackey! 🌟 The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) is pleased to welcome Susan as one of the newest members of our Advisory Committee. This #GivingTuesday, we highlight Susan's generous #giving of time and knowledge. A retired nonprofit executive with extensive experience in economic development, urban planning, and conservation, Susan has long been committed to serving her community. She holds roles as a Trustee at the Chelsea District Library, a member of the Washtenaw County Natural Areas Technical Advisory Committee, and volunteers at Faith in Action of Chelsea. Susan looks forward to contributing to the mission of the Chelsea Community Foundation, bringing her expertise to help strengthen our community. Thank you, Susan, for your dedication and service! 💙 @chelseacommunityfoundation #CommunityLeader #NonprofitExpert #UrbanDevelopment #Conservation #ChelseaMI #Volunteer #EconomicDevelopment #CommunityService #ChelseaCommunityFoundation #GivingTuesday
During this Thanksgiving season, we are deeply grateful for the volunteers and donors who selflessly give their time and resources to support the mission of the Chelsea Community Foundation. Discover the essence of the Chelsea Community Foundation in this CCF Grantee Video: https://youtu.be/Oq9Hs9W1bHY — a glimpse into our impactful initiatives and the positive change we're fostering in the community. Your commitment makes a profound difference in our community, and we are truly thankful for your generosity in Supporting All Things Chelsea. #chelseacommunityfoundation #CCF #cfsem #ChelseaMichigan #thankful #seasonofgiving #seasonofthanksgiving @chelseacommunityfoundation @purplerosetheatre Purple Rose Theatre Company Chelsea Senior Center @silvermaplesofchelsea @chelsea_bulldogs
Announcing the Winner of the $250 Grant Award! Congratulations to Craig Karagitz, the Purple Rose Theatre, and the Chelsea Area Players (CAP)! Craig’s name was drawn from new subscribers to our newsletter during the ‘$250 Grant to a Local Chelsea Charity’ drawing. Craig chose the Purple Rose Theatre to receive the $250 grant award. . Additionally, in a generous act of community support, Craig has pledged a matching $250 donation to the Chelsea Area Players (CAP). Thank you to everyone who signed up for the CCF’s Newsletter during the 2024 drawing! Stay tuned for more ways to get involved. Visit https://chelseafoundation.org/ for more info. . #chelseamichigan #chelseacommunityfoundation #ccf #cfsem #chelseacommunity #grant @chelseacommunityfoundation @purplerosetheatre @chelseaareaplayers
The Chelsea Community Foundation (CCF) is proud to welcome Matt McKernan as one of the newest members of our Advisory Committee. Matt brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to local community service, which aligns perfectly with the Foundation’s mission to Support All Things Chelsea. The McKernan family has lived in the Chelsea area for over 140 years. In Matt's words, "Being part of CCF allows me to support local businesses and nonprofits in this amazing community. I'm grateful for the opportunity to give back to the town that has meant so much to my family and me." Matt’s involvement reflects the Foundation's ongoing commitment to bringing diverse perspectives and experiences together to create lasting change in Chelsea. We are confident that his leadership will help CCF continue to grow and expand its impact. Welcome Matt! https://chelseafoundation.org/ #ChelseaCommunityFoundation #CCF #CFSEM #ChelseaMichigan #ccfadvisorycommittee @chelseacommunityfoundation
🧣🤝As we embrace the season of gratitude, it's the perfect time to give back to those in need. Faith in Action (FIA) is hosting a winter clothing drive to help local families stay warm this winter. They accept new or gently used winter clothing, including shoes, boots, slippers, hats, gloves, and scarves. 🧤At this time, they are especially in need of winter clothing for children and babies!🌟❤️👢 Let’s spread warmth and kindness in our community this season.🧣For more information on how you can donate, visit FIA's website: https://faithinaction1.org/donate/ #chelseacommunityfoundation #CCF #CFSEM #FaithInAction #FIA #SeasonOfThanks #SpreadWarmth #WinterClothingDrive #ChelseaMI @chelseacommunityfoundation @fia_chelseadexter https://chelseafoundation.org/
📢 Hey Chelsea! 🌟 Today is National Philanthropy Day and through our newsletter we want to share with you updates on the impactful work we are doing together! The Chelsea Community Foundation vision? To create lasting, positive change in people’s lives in Chelsea and surrounding areas. Copy/paste this link to your browser and click the ‘subscribe’ button at the bottom to sign up. 📧 https://chelseafoundation.org/ #ChelseaCommunityFoundation #chelseamichigan #ccf #StayInformed #JoinUs #CommunityImpact
Today is World Kindness Day, and in the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, "You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late." Through a grant partially funded by the Chelsea Community Foundation, St. Louis Center has launched new projects to bring cultural awareness programs to the Center and its surrounding communities. These free classes and events are being held to help educate the residents, staff, and community on cultural diversity issues facing the world. So far in this series, they’ve explored Natural Hair Care, Latino Culture, Healthy Cooking Techniques, and Introduction to American Sign Language. The next session is an Introduction to Tai Chi class, sponsored by the St. Louis Center at the Chelsea Wellness Center. You can read more about it here: https://fb.me/e/2rze6iGbb #Chelseacommunityfoundation #stlouiscenter #slcresidents #wellness @chelseacommunityfoundation @stlouiscenter
The Chelsea Area Pickleball Association (CAPA) was awarded a $25,000 grant from CCF for the construction of six new permanent outdoor pickleball courts at TimberTown Park. This initiative, in partnership with the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative (https://huron-waterloo-pathways.org/), will enhance TimberTown's role as a key trailhead for the Border-to-Border Trails. The new courts provide valuable recreational opportunities for the community, promoting both wellness and connection. To learn more about CAPA click here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/bB9GGZuXc2tQ6FqR/ https://www.timbertownchelsea.org/ TimberTown Reimagined @chelseacommunityfoundation #Pickleball #TimberTownReimagined #B2BTrails #RecreationAndWellness #ChelseaCommunityFoundation #CCF #CFSEM #ChelseaMichigan
The Chelsea Area Pickleball Association (CAPA) https://www.facebook.com/groups/1119541058236658/ was awarded a $25,000 grant from CCF for the construction of six new permanent outdoor pickleball courts at TimberTown Park. This initiative, in partnership with the Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative, will enhance TimberTown's role as a key trailhead for the Border-to-Border Trails. The new courts provide valuable recreational opportunities for the community, promoting both wellness and connection. https://www.timbertownchelsea.org/ TimberTown Reimagined Chelsea Community Foundation #Pickleball #TimberTownReimagined #B2BTrails #RecreationAndWellness #ChelseaCommunityFoundation #CCF #CFSEM #ChelseaMichigan
Calling all Chelsea nonprofits! You're invited to join CCF on Thursday, November 14th for our Grant Information Workshop. The workshop will be from 12:30-2:30 pm at the Chelsea District Library in the McKune Room. This is a perfect chance to learn more about the grant application process and the Chelsea Community Foundation prior to the February 17, 2025, application deadline. Connect with fellow Chelsea nonprofits at this in-person event. RSVPs are not required but appreciated for planning. Refreshments will be provided. Please share this invitation with any colleagues (internal or external!) who might be interested in joining us. All are welcome! RSVP for the Grant Workshop here: https://bit.ly/40cp7p8 Questions: chelsea@cfsem.org #chelseacommunityfoundation #chelseamichigan #ccf #cfsem @chelseacommunityfoundation
