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Mott adjusts renewable energy grantmaking in Africa to expand impact
The Mott Foundation is using a community-based model to help develop a clean energy economy in sub-Saharan Africa.
Flint Area
Mott Foundation intends to grant up to $15 million to support direct payments to Flint mothers during pregnancy and first year of a child’s life
The Rx Kids initiative would provide a one-time $1,500 payment to expectant Flint mothers, followed by $500 per month for the first year of a child’s life.
Environment
Online toolkit helps Michigan communities access funds for water infrastructure improvements
A project supported by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation is helping more Michigan communities tap into programs that fund water system upgrades.
Flint Area
New organization will knit together educational supports to help Flint kids thrive
Launched with Mott Foundation funding, the Flint Center for Educational Excellence will coordinate six educational initiatives to better serve Flint kids.
Flint Area
New Flint bakery featuring Blueline Donuts helps train residents looking to reenter the workforce
Carriage Town Bakery in Flint teaches baking and other workforce skills to help break the cycle of homelessness.
Flint Area
Mott Foundation grants $16.5 million to support a new YMCA and mixed-use space in downtown Flint
The Mott Foundation granted $11 million to the YMCA and $5.5 million to the Foundation for the Uptown Reinvestment Corporation to support the project.
Environment
Historic land purchase on Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula marks innovative approach to conservation
A Mott-supported land acquisition project in Michigan could become a model for conserving sensitive land and encouraging economic prosperity.
Flint Area
Arts program unlocks creativity among young people involved in the justice system
Youth Arts: Unlocked uses trauma-informed curriculum to deliver visual arts, dance, poetry, yoga and theater to youth in the justice system.
Flint Area
Mott Foundation statement on the passing of Bryant “BB” Nolden
The Mott Foundation shares our condolences with all who loved and knew BB Nolden.
Education
Afterschool and summer innovation help make up for lost learning time
States and local schools are accelerating pandemic recovery through afterschool and summer programs that create a brighter future for kids.