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A Legacy of Care: Physicians Launch Permanent Scholarship Fund

The medical staff at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital recently teamed up with the Community Foundation for Mason County to invest in local...

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The Power of ‘We’: Jeanne Oakes Establishes Community Fund to Support Mason County

On their first wedding anniversary in 1970, Jeanne and Mike Oakes walked on the beach at Ludington State Park. Mike turned to his new wife and said,...

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Stronger Together: Mason County Partners Unite to Tackle Rising Food Insecurity

In an effort to address rising food insecurity and identify opportunities for collaboration, the Community Foundation for Mason County convened a...

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Living the Mission: Joan Hasenbank Continues a Shared Legacy of Giving

In the quiet corners of Mason County, Joan Hasenbank is a woman who moves with purpose — whether she’s navigating a snowy sidewalk with her ski...

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Listening to Build a Stronger Community

During our strategic planning session last fall, the Foundation identified a need for civil discourse and a culture of belonging in Mason County. In...

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Continuing the Mission: The Boon House Legacy Fund

For eight years, Connexion Point served as a link between individuals struggling with substance use disorders and the life-changing resources they...

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WSCC Student Mackenzie Keillor Pursuing Degree with Carney Scholarship

Mackenzie Keillor, a 2024 Ludington High School graduate and student at West Shore Community College (WSCC), is proof that the right path isn’t...

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Local Senior Finds Affordable Estate Planning Solution Through the Community Foundation

Born and raised in Mason County, Lyle Terryn has spent most of his 72 years in the community he loves. Like many seniors, Lyle recently faced the...

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Frank and Lori Longmore: A Journey Rich in Service to Others

Frank and Lori Longmore have built a life of intentionality and purpose. Their story isn’t defined by luxury or extravagance; instead,...

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Grant Provides Laundry Equipment for 31 Mason County Families

HELP Ministry (Hands Extended Loving People) impacted the dignity and daily life of 31 Mason County families, thanks to a grant from the Community...

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UAJC Robotics Practice Facility Nurtures Future Engineers in Mason County

A spark for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) has been ignited in Mason County with the grand opening of a dedicated FIRST Robotics...

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Jones Family Fund Moves Mason County Forward

In a tribute to her late husband and the community they loved, Harriet Jones established the Gregory and Harriet Jones Family Fund. This significant...

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