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It’s wonderful to witness collaboration across the state of Michigan in the development of a Statewide Housing Plan. LISC Kalamazoo is thrilled to be involved in this initiative. secondwavemedia.com/features/regio…
The HUD Section 4 Capacity Building Program supports local nonprofits nationwide so they can develop affordable housing & meet community needs. We ask orgs to join our support letter to Congress to ensure continued funding of this key program: liscpolicy.wufoo.com/forms/m1qkw9b1…
Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today, and every day, we celebrate and honor the #IndigenousPeoples of America and commemorate their deep roots, histories, and cultures that have shaped and enriched our country.
The CDFI Fund has announced a $65 million New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) award to LISC. This brings our NMTC investment in low-income communities—for everything from health clinics to job creation—to nearly $1.3B over the past two decades. lisc.org/our-stories/st…
Do you have a LIHTC project approaching or that has reached Year 15? If so, please join LISC Kalamazoo for this FREE training to prepare you for the Year 15 transition of your LIHTC project. Please RSVP by August 12th. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…
Want to support a small woman-owned business? Consider making a contribution to Cherri's campaign and know that your investment of as little as $25 will be matched by LISC Small Business 4:1 towards Cherri's overall loan goal! kiva.org/lend-classic/2…
LISC Kalamazoo is proud to announce the launch of its Grant Program for Rental Unit Rehabilitation with the goal of enhancing housing quality. Applications are due July 31st, visit the LISC Kalamazoo website to access the application and more resources. lisc.org/kalamazoo/
Are you a small business owner looking for ways to grow your business? Uplift Michigan can help you achieve that goal with their free support program made specifically for small businesses in Kalamazoo! The flyer below has more information if you are interested!
📝Join us on June 14 at 1PM EDT for a webinar introducing a comprehensive toolkit that can assist community developers in understanding and supporting the #childcare industry. Register here: ow.ly/7NFq50S8Snw
Thrilled to work with The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation on the Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative! 🥎🏅🥍🏈⚽️ If you're a #nonprofit building or renovating sports facilities for youth in under-resourced communities, apply for a grant by 9/5: lisc.org/our-stories/st…
On this sunny Monday, please enjoy Michael T. Pugh's description of the pillars of LISC's work investing in communities, and what's on the horizon for LISC under his leadership! lisc.org/our-stories/st…
We’re inspired and uplifted by the collaborative efforts of LISC: Together with our funders, community partners and colleagues, we poured $2.4B into communities nationwide in affordable housing & economic development. report.lisc.org/lisc-2023-annu…
Great news! LISC + our coalition partners @EnterpriseNow @rewiringamerica @Habitat_org @UnitedWay are thrilled to be awarded $2B from the @EPA. We will turbo charge our investments in green affordable housing + advance our nation’s urgent climate goals. ow.ly/FlMj50R9gNL
Congratulations, Elizabeth! LISC Kalamazoo looks forward to continuing our support and partnership on the vital work at the core of our relationship with the Northside Association for Community Development- NACD. Glad to be on your team. ow.ly/98aM50QKJUb
In a wide-ranging radio interview for the On the Block Show, Michael Pugh, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) CEO, unpacks how CDFIs, from the most local to the largest, are well positioned to support financial mobility. Check it out! ow.ly/pFRI50QKJQT
Congratulations to LISC LAB member Toni Kennedy, for recognition of her tireless efforts and service to our country and to our community, as the 2024 Veteran of Hope!
We are so grateful to be a part of this wonderful community. 2023 marks #KzooLISC 35th anniversary in Kalamazoo. Thanks to all of our partners and supporters for your continued dedication to us!

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SHAREKAZOO @sharekazoo471
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George Ashton @GeorgeAshtonIII
605 Followers 483 Following CEO, @CandideGroup Candide Group supports families, foundations, and other investors who want to flow their money into social-justice focused investments.
Lauren E. McGowan | S... @LaurenMcgowan
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United Way of South C... @unitedforscmi
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Kalamazoo RESA @KalRESA
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Rural LISC @RuralLISC
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LISC San Antonio @LISC_SA
183 Followers 221 Following With residents and partners, we forge resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity throughout San Antonio – great places to live, work,and raise families.
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3K Followers 4K Following Helping #SmallBusiness owners increase their #Buzz since 2008 across our multiple #socialmedia platforms. And we are just so affordable! #SmallBiz #Chicago
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Denise Scott @LISCDeniseScott
190 Followers 139 Following @LISC_HQ former President | @NewYorkFed former Board Member | former @WhiteHouse appointee to @HUDgov | 40+ years in #commdev
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100 Followers 158 Following
Brittany Bodenheimer @BrittanyEllyce
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46 Followers 1K Following
Stephanie Williams @StephnyWilliams
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The Kalamazoo Promise @KzooPromise
1K Followers 163 Following The Kalamazoo Promise is a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School's resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.
Adam Harris @myrealtoradam
78 Followers 914 Following Husband | Father | Paramedic | Entrepreneur | Realtor with LPT Realty
LISC AmeriCorps @LISC_AmeriCorps
708 Followers 538 Following Since 1994, LISC AmeriCorps members have worked to build sustainable communities through support for locally-based enterprises and ideas.
LISC Hampton Roads @LISCHamptonRds
49 Followers 99 Following LISC Hampton Roads is a nonprofit that provides opportunities for people living in economically stressed neighborhoods.
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626 Followers 273 Following OutFront #Kalamazoo is a not-for-profit, charitable organization serving the LGBTQIA+ community in Southwest Michigan. 🏳️🌈 Learn more at https://t.co/XIcwa95Q9N
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2K Followers 4K Following Communications- Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Former TV News Reporter. @NewhouseSU alum
twelvemile @twelvemileskies
1 Followers 9 Following
United Way BCKR @UnitedWayBCKR
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MEDA @MEDA50
2K Followers 3K Following The Michigan Economic Developers Association strengthens economic development in MI by providing services & programs for economic developers. #Econdev
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Oliver S. Howell @MSUOliver
152 Followers 799 Following ⚖️ Business, Estate Planning, Civil & Probate Attorney at @KzooLawFirm. @JMCMSU and @MSULaw alum.
SonjaDean @SonjaDean17
3 Followers 4 Following Doing Triathlon as joyful suffering, knitter, professional do-gooder, mom/sister/spouse/friend of the people, living the Gen X dream
George Ashton @GeorgeAshtonIII
604 Followers 483 Following CEO, @CandideGroup Candide Group supports families, foundations, and other investors who want to flow their money into social-justice focused investments.
CEDAM @CEDAMinfo
1K Followers 577 Following Community Economic Development Association of Michigan | Advocacy, resources, and training for organizations working to create thriving communities
Denise Scott @LISCDeniseScott
190 Followers 139 Following @LISC_HQ former President | @NewYorkFed former Board Member | former @WhiteHouse appointee to @HUDgov | 40+ years in #commdev
Michigan Works! South... @MiWorksSW
1K Followers 742 Following Preparing, empowering, and transforming the workforce in Branch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo & St. Joseph Counties.
OUTFRONT KALAMAZOO @outfrontkzoo
626 Followers 273 Following OutFront #Kalamazoo is a not-for-profit, charitable organization serving the LGBTQIA+ community in Southwest Michigan. 🏳️🌈 Learn more at https://t.co/XIcwa95Q9N
WOOD TV8 @WOODTV
171K Followers 312 Following Official account of WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids, Mich. Follow us for the latest breaking news and weather in West Michigan.
LISC AmeriCorps @LISC_AmeriCorps
708 Followers 538 Following Since 1994, LISC AmeriCorps members have worked to build sustainable communities through support for locally-based enterprises and ideas.
secondwave @secondwavemedia
1K Followers 1K Following A weekly online magazine focusing on growth, innovation and investment in the region, highlighting its talent, innovation, diversity and environment.City of Kalamazoo @kzoocity
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Enterprise Community ... @EnterpriseNow
21K Followers 6K Following We are a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one.
Local Initiatives Sup... @LISC_HQ
14K Followers 3K Following Follow us on LinkedIn + more: https://t.co/PMeBEyiqyK National nonprofit helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America.
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Christine Morse @Vote4Morse
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LISC FLINT @LiscFlint
439 Followers 1K Following LISC transforms neighborhoods through reinvestment, development, & sustainable growth strategies. LIKE us on FB https://t.co/AKBHlKKRXv
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5K Followers 3K Following Royal Oak Golf Center is one of Michigan’s premier outdoor driving range and mini-golf course. Fun for the whole family. Have Fun - Get Outside - Play Golf!
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StuartNeighborhood @StuartArea
173 Followers 141 Following SARA is hard at work in the Stuart Neighborhood of Kalamazoo preserving its historic buildings and working to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood.
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WMed @WMUMedicine
2K Followers 187 Following Official Twitter Feed for all things Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
Kalamazoo Museum @KalamazooMuseum
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110 Followers 176 Following Commercial Real Estate Developer and Broker based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
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Mayor David Anderson @DavidAndersonKZ
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