More Than Lunch: A Welcoming Place for Mason County Kids
When school lets out for the summer, many local children lose the daily routines that provide meals, friendship, and time with caring adults. A...
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From Mason County to Oakland University: Elliette Thomas
Elliette Thomas, a Rick and Mary Ann Randall Scholarship recipient, was reminded of how far she had come when she returned to Oakland University...
Six Generations of Hamlin Lake Memories Inspire the Benseman Family Build A Fund
From her home overlooking Hamlin Lake, Gin Hluchan can see her family’s history in the waves. She remembers spending summers at the lake with her...
It’s the Love: The Story of Todd and Brad Reed Photography
When you hear “Todd and Brad Reed Photography,” you probably envision a favorite lighthouse, Lake Michigan, colorful wildlife, or other...
More Than a Ride: Helping Adults Maintain Their Independence
When everyday tasks become overwhelming, the greatest fear for many older adults and people living with disabilities isn’t simply asking for...
Training Today for Safer Responses Tomorrow
For firefighters, the most important preparation happens long before an emergency call comes in. With the backing of a grant from the Robert R....
A New Trail Brings Mason County History to Life
Prior to this past summer season, visitors to Historic White Pine Village walked among its buildings and artifacts without detailed signage to help...
A Better Path to One of Mason County’s Most Treasured Places
For generations, the journey to Big Sable Point Lighthouse has been part of the Mason County experience. But for many visitors, the long walk...
Investing in the Place They Call Home: Nancy and Leo Hesting
As Nancy and Leo Hesting began planning for the future, they knew one thing for certain: they wanted their generosity to continue strengthening the...
Preserving the Waterfront, Preparing for Tomorrow
This August, when a Great Lakes cruise ship glides into the Ludington harbor, passengers will step ashore ready to explore downtown shops, stroll...
Taking Care of Its Own: Whitehall Industries Partners with Community Foundation for Mason County
When you drive past some of the quiet, nondescript industrial buildings just south of US 10 in Ludington, you might never guess what is happening...
Charitable Giving Tax Changes for 2026
At the Community Foundation for Mason County, we’re honored to be your partner in charitable giving. Whether you support many nonprofits, focus on a...
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