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Dedicated to Making Ludington a Better Place

Shirley Rasmussen, a beloved member of this community for nearly a century, has made a generous contribution to the Campaign for Mason County in...

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Clinton & Lila Coleman and Charles & Margarette Reader Fund

Richard (Dick) and Cathy Reader have lived in numerous communities across the country throughout their marriage, but Mason County will always have a...

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House of Flavors, Inc. Nourishes its Team and Community with Mission

“It’s more than ice cream.” That’s what Sarah Holmes, Vice President of Finance for House of Flavors, Inc., wants the community to...

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Where Community Matters

Joan Hasenbank and her late husband Robert spent their entire lives in the northeast corner of Mason County—a place to which they both felt a deep...

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Patty Smith Creates a Legacy of Giving

For Patricia “Patty” Smith, Mason County wasn’t always home. Her journey began in Detroit, where she lived until the age of twelve. The city’s...

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Epworth Gives Back to the Community Cottagers Call Home

In 2006, Epworth posed a powerful question to the Ludington community: What do you need? Community members responded with a request for...

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Lakeshore Memories Inspire Community Giving

Helping to build a cottage in Ludington, near the family farm, eight-year-old Jan Wood began her integral role in building family legacy. A native...

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“Eat Ice Cream” and Love Your Community

Bob and Kay Neal’s many accomplishments, dedication to community development, and faith have led them to name the Community Foundation for Mason...

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The Scottville Clown Band: Bridging Music and Philanthropy

The Scottville Clown Band is known across Michigan for its zany costumes, comedic antics, and powerful musical sound. But what many may not know...

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Community Foundation for Mason County Launches Child Savings Account Initiative

Mason County, Michigan – The Community Foundation for Mason County (CFFMC) is pleased to announce the KickStart to Career Child Savings Account...

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Rick Chapman’s Legacy: Investing in Mason County’s Future

The Rick Chapman Legacy League Scholarship Fund was recently created at the Community Foundation for Mason County in memory of Rick Chapman, a...

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Leadership Learning Lab

In today’s complex world, especially with the service pivots necessitated by the pandemic, the conditions to be successful are constantly shifting,...

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