Our neighbors face a number of challenges. By learning more about the struggles our community has, we can come together to make a real difference. Each of these articles dives into different community issues–showing what is happening, what we are doing to help and how you can personally give a hand up to those in need. Read the articles below to learn more and join us in our mission to strengthen Michigan communities.
Addressing Food Insecurity One Row at a Time
Food insecurity continues to plague Americans everywhere. Large numbers of people regularly access resources at food banks and pantries, like the TrueNorth Food Center. The negative impacts of food insecurity are staggering. They include higher […]
Volunteerism in 2026
National Volunteer Week was established in 1974 by President Richard Nixon, via Proclamation 4288. It honors volunteers and encourage people nationwide to get involved, it has grown exponentially over the years. Locally, TrueNorth Community Services […]
A New Look at Mentoring
Adult-to-youth mentoring isn’t a new idea, but the manner in how it takes place is seeing new methods. The one-to-one mentoring model, considered high commitment – high reward, is still very effective. Group mentoring however, […]
Social Prescribing
Social Isolation is the objective lack of social contacts and relationships. If that’s the problem, Social Prescribing is definitely one of the solutions. Pioneered in the UK, Social Prescribing addresses the root causes of poor […]
Giving Today, Change Tomorrow
Every community has moments reminding us who we are at our best. Moments when neighbors step forward for neighbors, when generosity becomes more than a gesture and when hope is strengthened through a collective action. […]
Hooked on Mentoring
In every community, young people are shaped by both education and the relationships they form. Whether it’s a coach, volunteer or caring adult, mentorship can fundamentally alter life paths. In Newaygo County, the TrueMentors program […]
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