580 24 26018 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/197f9af0006e6275c5d40f6f849501a7.pdf 4c0c736be59a28c77797520ed4f83ccb PDF Text Text Top 10 Program Division Accomplishments for the 99-00 Program Year 1. Administering the Learn and Serve-Michigan School-based grants - which increase our funding for service-learning to $1 million. 2. The MCSC Service Performance Survey results showed: • 100% of the respondents to the MCSC Service performance survey rated their program officer as good or better in courtesy. • 96% rates the program officer' s timeliness in finding answers to given questions as good or better. 95 % rated the helpfulness of the MCSC staff as good or better. • 92% rated their program officer' s commitment to helping improve their program as good or better. • 91 % also rated their comfort in calling their program officer with questions as good or better. 87.5% rated their program officer's program related knowledge as good or better. • 83% rated their program officer's response time to inquiries as good or better. These statistics reflect the enhanced relationships the program staff has developed with grantees. Leveraged nearly $3.5 million in local endowments to support local volunteer centers through the Volunteer Investment Grant program over the past three years. • Leveraged an additional $1.9 million in AmeriCorps competitive funding for a total of $3.6 million. • Diversification of grantees (6 new AmeriCorps grantees this year) • Improvements to the program part ofMCSC website- making it more useful to our grantees and others. • Developed new forms of communication for grantees and members including program listservs, member newsletter, the Overture, and The Link. • The creation of the Michigan 's AmeriCorps Member Council. • Hosted the first statewide Member Orientation/Celebration and held 2 successful Signature Service Projects for Michigan' s AmeriCorps members. Developing training and program development budgets for each program area and tracking expenses related to the budget. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-09-13_Program-Division-Accomplishments Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting program division accomplishments Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting program division accomplishments. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50149 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-09-13 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/85bc126f351b9ee544b50c6d388783e9.pdf df4c7d8072edf39e9d696f9ae54f3ff6 PDF Text Text Save the Date! IUKEA ! DAY On Saturday, October 28, 2000, thousands of Michiganians will ! join together for a day of service- Make A Difference Day. ~ ~ In Michigan, Make A Difference Day is sponsored by the .. '"" Michigan Community Service Commission, Council of Michigan a !:; Foundations, Michigan Campus Compact, Michigan Family ~ Independence Agency, Michigan State University Extension, :·~~D United Way of Michigan, and Volunteer Centers of Michigan. ••~-~~-ry;~~.t.~~ Last year, nearly 2 million people participated in this day of service and this year we are planning to make October 28, 2000 the best Make A Difference Day ever! Save the Date! Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration November 13, 2000 Lansing, Michigan On Monday, November 13 , 2000 the Michigan Community Service Commission will be sponsoring the second statewide Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration. The Celebration will formally swearin the AmeriCorps members and kick-offthe 2000-2001 program year. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-09-13_Save-the-Date Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting save the date Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting save the date. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50150 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-09-13 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/4b15b5cb3f1533c68253ebeef09b3229.pdf 0e87e1d3d89d0916e3ee2880cb1010f8 PDF Text Text C"S ~cs 7Jie Ouerfure (t4~~olt~lcn~~) Michigan Community Service Commission July 2000 Volume 2 (517) 335-4295 Issue 4 Fax(517)373-4977 In the Spotlight What's New for Summer Reading? The Department of Educations' popular Read*Write*Now activity poster are available. One side of the poster is a kid-friendly picture featuring Arthur and the other side has simple fun reading activities that kids can do alone or with others. The posters are fre_e and, yes, you can order one per child. Advance orders are now being taken by ED PUBS (1-877-433-7827). Pizza Hut coupons will accompany the first 1.5 million posters shipped. Are You Looking for More Tutors? If so, an important change in college Federal Work Study (FWS) regulations may help you. Starting July 1, 2000, all institutions of higher education that receive Federal Work Study money (and there are over 3000 ofthem) will have to use 7% of their funds to pay students who are doing community service. In addition, these institutions will need to have at least one or more FWS students working as reading tutors in either a preschool or elementary-age tutoring program or a family literacy project. The institution is given a perk for this- the government will pay their portion of the FWS funds. Contact the Federal Work Study Office ofyour local higher education institution to :fmd out if they are looking for placement sites for community service or tutoring. For additional information on FWS and America Reads, check out the Department of Education website at: www.americareads.edgov.Calendar --:c¢al~ii:~ar:xUp_c9m,ing Trai;nings ·and;Events · . , . < _:, <·. . . . -~.,. ''.'··, •. ~; '. ;;.: -·: ~- ·: ·. ·:'.· . . . _: -. 15 -.. 17 .. ·. AmeriCorps VISTA Pre-service Orientation :-Chicago, IL w · ·ArUeriCotps Program Directors Meeting- L~ing, MI .••.. ·17 ~ 18 · ··- -• Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows Training- Marquette, MI :,. 24 · ······. · MlPromise Conference Call Time: ·9:00- 10:30 a .m. .. · 17 · ::;_,_:· . . ::-.:~: - .. ·::.:/.~ ~;-.~-~:~:t-:-:: . _:·r· ~ ....1 ', .. _. ,-- ··.·: -·· .... - --. -~-- :--~:- ... ,_. ·,-_-· ... __ •.: ...::: ·. · . . .· :· __ :::·~:· OVERTURE Newsletter Faxed to Grantees ;_ ··2 ~-;6•'\:;.~:·<'{~::~;:.:'<·0ri~=-Day· :W :AmeriCorps Progriun Directors ¥eefing - Lansing~ MI··· ·.. 1i ,.. ... ~ -· . :-:-- ~-.- . - -.. - .. ·.- - . - - ,: .·.·->:. ·---~: �Resources The following are some resources that may be of interest to Communities of Promise and others working with youth: Afterschool.gov www.qfterschool.gov "Connecting you to federal resources that support children and youth during out-of-school hours ." Great website for help in fmding federal dollars to fund your program, great links, and tons of information! Girl Power! www. health. orglgpower "Girl Power!" is a multiphase, national public education campaign sponsored by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to help encourage and empower 9- to 14-year-old girls to make the most of their lives. Great website! · "Team Up" www. teachersguide. org ' Video and Free Teachers Guide Promote Volunteering as Substance-Abuse Strategy. ' The National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign, a program ofthe White House's Office on National Drug Control Policy, is announcing two new resources available for teachers to incorporate anti-drug messages into their lesson plans. "Team Up" is an hour-long television program on drug awareness and volunteering produced for April's National Youth Service Day and previously broadcast via satellite and on WAM! Television. The television program has a companion teachers guide available for downloading. The guide was produced by the following National Youth Anti-Drug Media Campaign partners: the Florida National Guard's Multi-jurisdictional Counterdrug Task Force Training, the National Basketball Association's "Team Up" Program, and Youth Service America. The program video may be ordered by calling the National Guard Bureau Production Assistant at (334)255-1617. The videotape is $10; the teachers guide may be downloaded free of charge. For more information on the "Team Up" video, visit http://www.mctft.com/DL_Index/DL008/dl008 .html. President's Student Service Awards www.student-service-awards. org Recognize your young volunteers with the President's Student Service Awards. Make them a part of every ceremony and special event! Barbara Bush Foundation www. barbarabusf!foundation. com The Barbara Bush Foundation is committed to increasing the literacy of children and adults . The national competition for grants begins this July. Grants will support family literacy and home involvement, not just school-based projects. The maximum amount of each grant will be $50,000 and a total of 10 grants are expected. Past grantees include literacy groups, libraries, schools, social service organizations, and youth organizations. There are not geographic restrictions. For more information, contact the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy, 1112 16th St., #340, Washington, DC 20036, email: sooc@erols.com. tel 202/955-6183 . .'·. :·:~.... .. . . .. . . :~ ., ·.-.. -_~. -~-.:--.:·-:·_-;·,. . .. . . ·. ,· . . . -.: . Foradditihiil:ll .tecbnical assista:riceresources;'visit the MCSC website af:"wW-W.state.mi.us/careerimcsc ,•• / .; ·.::_';\" ·'· .. ::"·'·./ ~i)<lC,/{ •::"" ": . • '· · · c,.'· ~~'f ,,• '·' ]'~:,:_, '·. · ." __ J•. •••• :;.c,/.•'_-; ..\. •''·:· .. '',!:--.c·•'· : •· • .· To share information about upcoming personal and professional development opportunities, contact the MCSC at (517) 335-4295 or write 'The Overture" MCSC, 111 S. Capitol Av enue, Lansing, l'vfi 48913 or fax (517) 373-4977. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-09-13_The-Overture-Vol2 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting The Overture volume 2 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting The Overture volume 2. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50151 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-09-13 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/f3549b94003fb8ab8b88b896a09e4eec.pdf 9b216f6ed811be45626a76a998939f33 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JOHN ENGLER , Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Chairperson Michelle Engler Executive Director Kyle Caldwell TO: MEMORANDUM 111 George W. Romney Lansing , Te lephone FAX S. Capitol Ave . Bldg ., 4th Floo r Michi gan 48913 (517) 335-4295 {517) 373-49 77 Members of the Michigan Community Ser-Vice Commission FROM: Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director RE: VIG Modification Request Response DATE: September 5, 2000 CC: Volunteer Centers of Michigan /9- The MCSC staff recently received a letter from the Volunteer Centers of Michigan requesting a modification to the Volunteer Investments Grant program (see letter attached). In response, the MCSC staff recommend the following: 1. The MCSC maintain the VIG graduated match requirements for the next funding cycle to test whether it is effective in advancing the goals and priorities of the program. 2. The MCSC not modify the VIG program requirements to include non-cash matches as it would run contrary to the goal of building financial endowments in support of local volunteer resource centers. The MCSC should maintain the goal of establishing significant endowments while making VIG' s available to more organizations and therefore maintain the current grant minimum of $25,000 and maximum of $100,000. \ 1 ~. ~)l'... The MCSC authorize the use of a limited portion of VIG funds to conduct a third-party • analysis of the effectiveness and challenges of the VIG program to date. The results of the \0. ~ analysis will be used to determine: @ 1 . ~ · ~~ :¥ \ I a. if the original assumptions upon which the program was based are correct; b. training and technical assistance needs of grantees and potential grantees c. efficacy of the program; and d. what, if any, changes are needed to make the current program model more effective. With these recommendations, the MCSC hopes to both address the concerns articulated by VCM' s members and provide some meaningful data to which we can formulate some useful strategies. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-09-13_VIG-Modification-Request-Response Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting Volunteer Investment Grants modification request response Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-09-13 commission meeting Volunteer Investment Grants modification request response. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50152 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-09-13 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/d9fc0a1d16f865ddc70f4138a94f018e.pdf 08a8aa9f494087aeecffd3c680f3a16c PDF Text Text The Evolving Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan: Continuing as a Catalyst, Convener and Grantmaker Michigan Community Service Commission Visioning for the Future Taking Stock with an Eye Toward the Future There are a number of indicators that de1nonstrate that this is a tilne of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great deal of work that can be done. Michigan has been on the front line of the national cause to make volunteering and community service a part of every citizen's daily life. Without reviewing the decades of human charity and philanthropic accomplishments this state has achieved, several milestones can be credited for this prestigious position. First, the vast number of individuals and organizations leading the cause including the late Governor Romney, our now Governor Engler, First Lady Michelle Engler from the public sector; the philanthropic community including the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and its leaders including Russell Mawby, Bill Richardson and Joel Orosz; the thriving network of community foundations ably represented by the Council of Michigan Foundations and its former president, Dorothy A. Johnson; and the continuing expansion of the volunteer centers, campus compact institutions and healthy nonprofits throughout the state represented by the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Together, but existing independently, these individuals and organizations have constructed an intricate and broad reaching infrastructure that supports service and volunteerism in Michigan. There are a number of indicators that demonstrate that this is a time of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great deal of work that can be done. State funded volunteerism is at its highest in decades (if not in history). The state of Michigan provides nearly $23 million in state and federal funding to support volunteer related programming for youth, adults, families and seniors. Private funded volunteerism is made strong through the community foundations that provide services· to every community in the state. Their strong network of young people work their philanthropy through the Youth Advisory Councils. A draft planning document developed by the Michigan Community Service Commission members and staff. Revised 9113/00. �Local volunteers are connected with opportunities to serve through the volunteer centers that offer services in nearly 85% of all Michigan communities. Large scope programs like national service have taken root in Michigan with programs like Michigan's AmeriCorps that has positively impacted over 276,000 citizens in our state in 1999 alone. Colleges and universities actively are engaging their students, faculty and administrators in giving back to communities in which they operate through new interactive methodologies including academic service-learning. These are tremendous accomplishments that have built up over generations, but which have made quantum leaps in development in the last decade. Infrastrug!Jl!]l is the{ra'f!i~'Work uc:~>-,1~~ we"use to . successfaJly~-'­ engage a~nd channel {fi passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. ~~;: Beyond the individuals and the organizations we have healthy networks, large statewide events and structures, and targeted communication strategies that support and celebrate our volunteers. We call all of this, "Michigan's Volunteer Infrastructure." Sometimes it can be difficult to explain and define what we mean when we say, "Infrastructure." For those who work to develop it, infrastructure is lJ~~rally that which gives structure, public definition and support to the . good,work of Michigan 's volunteers and volunteer administrators. For ~:·~ftfiose ~ho are supported by it, infrastructure is multifaceted and . ' - · ated. Without a formal text to refer to, I will attempt to define four examples. .,~, • Infrastructure is the nonprofit organization, government .. a~p~:)fu!Or''c[ffij5'rate giving program that advances the causes of ;1!~~·-·.r,...~ . .r··:-::.::-:.'"'• i:.i:¥o1m:i.teeriSJ:ll.;"''service, civic engagement and philanthropy as a way of meetin~ ,.,j3 needs . ' ~!1.:-~~--,· al ''. ' Infras~9rtJ:I:e.is-;:r;epresented by the times components of the f. . volunteer secto~':C:Q.p-Ie together to celebrate and learn what IS done and what can~be''d6fi:~"bette like~the Volunteerism SuperConference, :··Grantmakersf.Graf!.eSeekers_~~ci,Make A Difference Day. }_T:+(~:~-~::·, ~:·,,Y" 'T'if.~,.,,,.,..-r ·-...~,; ~'>~· ~ ;t,·-~ ·,;. • Infrastructure is the y <;nce';_that represents a particular philosophy for community-pt9J?Iem solving and civic engagement or a serious need that is amplifieai<(hrough~~programs like the ConnectMichigan Campaign, America's Promise and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. • Infrastructure is the stable, yet innovative, support organizations gain to further their missions that is leveraged by federal, state and local resources to support sustainable volunteer efforts. Infrastructure is represented in all of these examples and more. Infrastructure is the framework we use to successfully engage and Revised 9/13/00 �To ensure that a our 1nost social issues, there needs to a continuously · driving force for the cause of "service to com1nunity" channel the passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. Michigan is often touted as the "Volunteer Infrastructure State" by peers and other organizations outside of our state. At the same time, while the organizations involved in the volunteer infrastructure in Michigan are able to point to what "it" is and what "it" does, these same organizations have difficulty explaining to those outside the infrastructure web, why exactly the infrastructure needs to be supported. Even the volunteers the infrastructure supports often do not realize that many of the grants, services and events that support their work would not be available were it not for the systematic and deliberate development of our state's volunteer infrastructure. Many do not realize the true impact and value our volunteer infrastructure can have on a community's ability to deal with local challenge. The vehicle (volunteer infrastructure), while in operation and functional , remains in the background in many communities as they struggle to address serious social issues. The profile of the Michigan Volunteer Infrastructure must be raised, praised and supported to ensure our future and the prosperity of the human spirit. is a time of tremendous need and hardship for many struggling breaking out of poverty, surviving the darkness of illiteracy, with the helplessness of children without safe places and a ............. ..u v .. . , and the overwhelming despair of the homeless to JJl!~.Ql~t a few social ills. Michigan's service and volunteer sector is ~u·~·'"' to address these needs through various streams of funding and programming. Among the nation's top 10 states in federal funding for AmeriCorp_s,-,the:-MCSC's $4 million for AmeriCorps leverages 25 ·~·c.'i!£!diti,onafvplunteers for every stipended volunteer. Michigan boasts , one of~~FLti,2,~ 1 s five statewide nonprofit associations with a seven figure :t?[~iget and hundreds of members. The interests of Michigan's corrim.B.llit).r foundati<;uis..OJ'e represented by the nation's largest regional assoch1tion of grantmakers-CMF. Total assets equal over $1 billion, and in 1998,Michigan commiJnity foundations returned over $80 million to"M:icrug an.i·estdeqtsSi.I!. the form of grants. ~"" ;t .w,- :eFi1~;\., Still, it can be argued that these ~~["Qprces alone cannot do it all, we have not fully (elements of Michigan 's vo~unf~~ljilifrastrhcture) !lj.ib •. c . ensured that service to C2IJ?r.J:nffiity is a :genuine and universally held ethic and practice of e~ecy..Michigan::citizen. To ensure that a sustainable and enduring' force exists for solving our most vexing social issues, there needs to be a continuously driving force for the cause of "service to community" by Michigan citizens and thereby raising the recognition and support of Michigan's volunteer infrastructure. To achieve this (based on what has been learned over the past two decades) here is what Michigan could do: I··~· Revised 9/13/00 �Michigan, by establishing a strong nexus for Michigan's volunteer infrastructure, can provide a focal point for the advancement of the field. Michigan, by providing a sufficient flow of flexible resources to the volunteer field, can test and incubate new assumptions, strengthen working models of positive community change and provide training and technical assistance to organizations and individuals that see service and volunteerism as useful mechanisms for problem solving. Michigan, by continuing to convene elements of our public, private, nonprofit and social sectors, can discover new ways to deal with our society's most vexing social, economic and educational issues. Michigan, by providing a voice to the nonprofit community, can more effectively impact public policy and highlight the utility of tij~nonprofit sector in advancing positive community enrichment. convener:~ -. catalyst aniL grantmaker. ;JI'he M<_;;:SC, MNA and its affiliates, VCM and MCC are addressing some of _ thes~:.r.~les, each to their respective individual available resources an ~ ~~· eX{J~di~e. Unfortunately, these roles can overlap and create conflicts and .;-? ~: compe~ition , especially if more than one are part of any single organization. " ': ~l For example, MNA is an organization that advocates on behalf of and supports the ipterests of Michigan's nonprofit community. In addition, it has as.part'ofitsmission, the charge to promote volunteerism. MNA receives ~"grant funds f.Co'm the MCSC to support volunteer programs operated by its affiliates., Afsome point, MNA may need to take a controversial stand (to the MCSCand 'state government) on a public policy issue with which the MCSC disagrees. An organiza tion-cannot effectively challenge public policy on behalf of_private orgahizations while simultaneously accepting public funds from the veryagency_it is trying. to influence. Similarly, government is often bound by the inability of its systems to move swiftly and can be somewhat cumbersome its ability to engag e in detailed programming. Recently, the MCSC proposed creating a nonprofik_501 c3 to help make for a more agile organization that can be responsive t0-comrnunity needs. The creation of a nonprofit arm of the MCSC could have made for c.bmpetition among MNA and MCSC-a deadly set of circumstance's in the ~onprofit sector. The question becomes, "How do organizations utilize the agility of the nonprofit sector, tap into the vast resources of government, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits?" Simple, compromise, specialize, and institutionalize. IfMCSC and MNA follow this formula, they can truly strengthen volunteerism and make the infrastructure that supports it, permanent. in Revised 9/13/00 0 �Compromise MNA is willing to spin off its signature programming components (VCM and MCC) to reallocate its administrative resources and free it up to advocate freely on behalf of Michigan's nonprofits. MCSC is willing to spin off its field promotion initiatives that do not directly support its national service and state funded volunteer granting efforts. How do organizatio!]:~· utilize the·,·~ agili(;M.~o}the noli]irofit sector, tap. into the va$ resources o· governnzent, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits ?" Specialize MNA will focus on its public policy, advocacy and member services elements of its mission. MCSC wiil concentrate on its roles as a convener, catalyst and gr(l.ntmaker. Both MCSC and MNA will partner to create a third entity that will allow them to more, better and with a longer lasting impact. Institutionalize The Volunteer Alliance (Alliance) is a bold step in this direction The Alliance will house the Michigan Campus Compact, Volunteer Centers of Michigan while taking on several initiatives of the MCSC including America's Promise, the ConnectMichigan Campaign, Make A Difference Day and the Volunteer Recognition Clearinghouse. Supported initially by a $20 million endowment, the Alliance will not need to pend the vast majority of its human and fmancial resources garnering support for operational costs. Instead, the Alliance will serve as a permanent (or as long as it is needed) support vs.,q~g~~,,zor Michigan's service and volunteer infrastructure. ..,;::;~~~or:,;-Z";:iiC.~~~~:::. ,.;;'~ """"'"' _. Traditiqn . ·. . . , infrastructure support and development has been a shared p~of MCSC's and MNA's roles in the field. If the devel9ppent of the .~i~ce is successful, much of the infrastructure promotion role will)be 'n evolved from the MCSC and MNA to the Alliance. ,;;;JNJ.iR-~gs the questi,?n, specifically "based on what has been devolved andiWliat hastbeeruretained that defines the future role of the MCSC?'' ··t ~ ~;ifr;L~~\~ c·· If the infrastructure support rQl~•bf-the. MCSC is devolved to the Alliance, there clearly s;i,,ni~:rllillns the:·:issue of developing continuous flow if needed resou~ces~~~:tn:~ contimii~g supply of state governmental (and to the extent that we have any influence, federal) support of service and volunteerism in Michigan will continue. However, the MCSC's current structure is not properly defined nor adequate to support this new role. Change is needed. The MCSC has an opportunity to change by both expanding and contracting the functions of the MCSC-to spin off what is not at the organization's core mission and focus on what has shown to be its expertise. ::<~:"''~~~; Revised 9/13/00 0 :> . ·L �Since our 1999 retreat, staff have been working on plans that show how the organization might revamp itself to be most useful to Michigan citizens, today and in the future given the current changing context. These plans are preliminary, but do lay out the mission, goals and objectives of the MCSC. In addition, these plans eliminate duplication, build support for new support mechanisms and build an incubation system whereby additional economies can be defined in the future. Much like a traditional philanthropic institutio~, .. .. the €Sl5 ~. Recommendations for MCSC's Future MCSC as a Grantmaker The MCSC should focus on its role and expertise as a governmental agency that utilizes its vast financial and human resources to effectively, proactively and efficiently disburse public funds to Michigan communities to enhance '· _. local problem solving through service and volunteerism. This will require a the,~UJ:.f!S."t; fii~~amental shift in this organization's thinking. No longer will the MCSC ~; ~tgV'e,,!o start and maintain volunteer initiatives and support them in ~:;,~;ptfrpefujty. No longer will the MCSC work to be the promoter for the general Wlli -:-" ·"~s~rvice~d _volunteer field. In other words,_the MCSC no longer attempt , ~~~!9 . 1thmgs to all people, places and thmgs." Nor w11l the MCSC merely :.;•"fa e mto the background and act as a mere pass through organization for ~!" federal funds . Much like a traditional philanthropic institution, the MCSC ' should seek.to:fintl the most effective and strategic way to expend (invest) ,. th~,.pqttl!'E';~~~~~~ fmancial and human resources for the public good with an "''"~ye t6~~ri~~~raging additional resources and measuring the key findings and result~f,pf those investments. Key principles for this new way of thinking are alLfq~used around quality grantmaking practices. find ,If. ti eJJ ec Ve an strategic to expend (invest) the a ,. ·"..: •' public's scarce financial and human resources for the public good ;;i' "':'ill r \:? .,·'" ' • Levera~ .;,,. nd~ an~ other;fesources in support of volunteer efforts with an eye towafdrdive~§ifYing MC,~CD,mding to ensure that communities and organizations are not overly dependent on a single source of support to achieve their stated goals. • Investing in demonstration models J_hat:point toward long-term solutions and can have long lasting positive effects while also helping the MCSC defme sustainability as an expectation for all MCSC grantees so that there is a clear understanding as to the length and nature of MCSC support (What type of grantmaker do we want to be? When has our investment been enough and successful?). • The MCSC will serve as a catalyst for creative solutions and incubate creative solutions with the expectation that they will have a life outside of the MCSC once stabilized (spin off to the Alliance, for example). Revised 9/13/00 �• Convening stakeholders to determining best practices and funding priorities (what issues should be targeted) for annual or long-term investments in service and volunteerism. • Measuring, investigating and evaluating results of MCSC investments and sharing the results for others to learn and emulate. In the following sections, we will defme the various future roles of the MCSC in support of Michigan's volunteer sector. Each role is given a brief description of how it would operate in the current and future contexts then the specific mission and goals are defined. Finally, where appropriate, specific tasks have been assigned with some recommended outcomes. MCSC's Role as an Investor "c . The investiJf.~·,· role.:;~~~:fi~t The investor role is not new, it has been one of the hallmarks of the MCSC. Today, the MCSC makes available two types of grant fundsnational service program support through the Corporation for National Service and the Volunteer Investment Grants funded through the state General Fund. These funds are distinct from each other in what their funding can be used for, but are similar in that they both require local .,., .. requirements seem to build a level of local investment in that these funding streams support, but what is lessor is whether the local investment can have a long-lasting and sustainable impact. u.LUL'-'U.LHj::, "-1:1:or: exa . ,.,~ ith the VIG funds we do know that more than $2 'imllioninr .lti'C'hl funds have been invested in local endowments to :..··.,,;r;::··-" suppor61o9il volunteer resource centers. This $2 million was produt~:d by holdiqg 6ut an equal share of state funds as leverage. This prggram Wil~ind r~~ains , the nation's only state-funded volunteer res"og rce center endowment program. VIG is truly at the cutting edge·~<Ifi· a deca'de, ,w~ ·m~y know what type of long-term impact this will have on cornniuEities that worked with the MCSC to build these local funds. As a ion ::.term investor, we believe that the MCSC needs to continue bgJJ.glh . e}Jocal funds in a way that both invests and leveragesreso~£~~~i~ per..Q$tuity as part of a sound • - -: .?7"" mvestment strategy. · In the area of national service funding , the MCSC leverages volunteers . The grounding principle of the Michigan 's AmeriCorps program has always been that we will use our stipended volunteers (AmeriCorps members) to leverage non-stipended volunteers (NonAmeriCorps members) to solve locally identified social issues. Revised 911 3/00 �Today, for each AmeriCorps member supported through the MCSC, an additional 25 volunteers are generated. There may be other ways that the MCSC, as a wise investor, can leverage federal, state and local resources in support of Michigan's volunteers. By seeking out other potential investments, the MCSC can help communities diversify the support of local efforts and strengthen their ability to address chronic social issues with comprehensive and long term solutions. The MCSC can also cut new ground by defining its investment strategy. For example, when should the MCSC's investment in a program, initiative or organization stop? To date, the answers have been, "When the funding runs out." or "When the applicant is no longer successful in its programming goals and objectives as defined by the federal or state funding source." While these answers are fine for a traditional government agency, they are hardly unique and TheM:eSc certainly not creative. A creative solution might be that the MCSC lay can alSO' _G:Ut:: out) ts investment strategies with stakeholders up front and let them d . know that MCSC's investment is toward an ultimate goal that, once new groun ·>" ~~ re;ch~<;l, will end our financial support in lieu of other public or private by defining:.-~'-· .. ·~ :!e~~lff~s. In other words, the MCSC will be looking to support local its "~reff@s~towards local sustainability. For example, no other state .-.. -~'~,i!JYcommission . has developed a comprehensive funding strategy for investment -~~ 1 weaning grantees off of some or all of their AmeriCorps funding . '~ Some,-..states~~te that their commitment will be three years and strategy. - ~othlng afte£ that, while other continue their support indefinitely. What if1t!J.e,. .MCSC were to investigate what it is that makes a local AmeriCojps program work, test what is it that the federal funds do to make -an AmeriCoflis-:\yo rk? and then determine the best way to build ..while increasing local capacity to operate that effective.• pro., gr.~ '·· "''t"" ; .. :· ····,.. program? '·dJiiS£is exa~tly w_b.at staff did through a series of focus group discussions ana analysis·of our grants. The staff then determined that the local grantees· ~ould well afford to support the administrative costs of the AmeriCorps program, but not the member support costs (stipends , education awards, training, etc.). .. • ir"•-' p ~ So, what if the MCSC'were to gradually wean and shift its support of AmeriCorps programs from administrative functions to members support costs? As an investor, isn' t it wiser to invest only just what is needed to achieve a goal and allow for the remaining resources to support more AmeriCorps programs? This type of strategic grantmaking (leveraging and brokering) could be part of the MCSC's future niche. Revised 9/l3/00 �Investor Vision The MCSC invests in innovative, effective, communitysupported volunteer initiatives that positively impact community needs. Goals MCSC invests in innovative, effective, • Each of the MCSC funded programs, projects, and initiatives will successfully achieve the individual program goals by: - Providing the necessary training and technical assistance required for each program, project and initiative to be successful COinmZ![!-~;;;.~:":, .;.:,:, ,; ~~ ·· SU-f!E~Fted :..., · volUnteer initiatives;2;. ;+;'''' that positive/; impact co1nmunity needs - Providing program monitoring and assistance to ensure that goals are met and that necessary resources are available . .,:~,;';;,·" - Providing necessary resources to assess, create and provide for continuous improvement activities. ~- . "''· ~,'"')The MCSC will leverage funds to support new or ,,~~-· ·- , '· "' '' ·.,.;,fu~:ixpand current initiatives. • Each MCSC program area will have defined parameters for program funding. ".~c"fhe MCSCwill have defined yet flexible funding -.."priorities that created through effective research, experience, trends ;:md annual or biannual assessments. MCSC's Role as an In~u~2'tor~fatalyst - ~;: ,{ :·:- •...'~ ~ ' · · ·· · As an investor, it is easy;. o·place your resources somewhere that is safe and certain to previae a guaranteed return. Safe returns are stable, provide a level of comfort and an expected outcome. This type of strategy is normally what we see in government programs. These programs define a "cookie-cutter" solution to a complex and overwhelming problem then prescribe a funding formula that may or may not be sufficient to address the issue. Revised 9/13/00 �In the end, what was intended as a investment towards helping solve an issue, usually ends up causing new problems and agencies as communities become over reliant on state and federal funding while creating local complicated bureaucracies that later live only to perpetuate themselves. TheMCSC': · re capit~.Zist, · invest in commun problem solving models that teach important lessons that 1nay be transferable to other co1nmunities. ven~· .,"' v New models are needed. Ever increasingly, local communities know potential solutions to their unique challenges and only need flexible resources to enact creative and responsible solutions. The MCSC can, as a venture capitalist, invest in community problem solving models that teach important lessons that may be transferable to other communities. The MCSC should seek ways to channel state and federal resources for use by local communities in this manner. In garnering these resources, the MCSC must seek ways to provide the greatest amount of flexibility to local communities while expecting the highest level of accountability of its grantees and of itself. While do so, the MCSC would clearly lay out plans that would incubate new models that, if necessary, would be sustained through other sources. A example, again, is the VIG program. Here, grantees are ••,..,.,,r.. <"'....,·bed how to best utilize the state funds , but does require that the vestment be used as match in an endowment that can support lunteer efforts. The MCSC can act as a catalyst for securing this type of venture capital either through our comprehensive partnerships with other organizations or through development o(pew resources from the public sector. ''"""""t"'····,~:~~~~;t~:? ~'~i~·:~·;i:..<.~ ]:.: Re vised 9113/00 �Incubator/Catalyst Vision The MCSC establishes, identifies, and nurtures creative volunteer-driven solutions addressing community needs. Goals • Pursue a more circular and less linear approach to targeted issues - _Identify trends and focus our expertise and resources towards these trends. - Consider annual involvement/targeting on at least one single issue or demographic (social issues, priorities, etc.) ,- ... as the .MCS'ff \ .. ,..::i~<:::':', 7"" - Identify preexisting programs which have been successful - Promote the continued expansion of partnership at the state, national and local levels. • Empower individuals/organizations to create proactive, local solutions and a context for healthy partnerships, we 1nust also be aware of our past efforts and other's perceptions of those efforts. - Solicit creative solutions around identified ISSUeS .- Develop better communication/working relationships with organizations that have already worked on various issues and with those resource~~:. Help them with their work by way of service:ari:d volunteerism. . ·=;··-.-. Revised 9/13/00 �MCSC's Role as Convener for (Government Sponsored) Service and Volunteerism Stakeholders The MCSC can take the lead in helping promote and expand government sponsored service and volunteerism in Michigan both from the state and federal perspectives. The MCSC can bring resources, expertise and support to existing state agencies that utilize volunteers. The MCSC can bring together the various governmental agencies, nonprofits, faith based institutions, businesses and others to help provide a forum for productive dialogue, sharing best practices and collaboration. As we look to providing this support, the MCSC has to be careful in how it proceeds. In the past, the MCSC has worked to take the lead in improving services to communities by changing how service and volunteerism are funded in Michigan. The MCSC took the lead in advocating the consolidation of national service funding by taking the position that the split of Corporation for National Service (CNS) serveS:,aS a f}inding between the MCSC and the CNS office in Detroit was convener of ,. : ;,:L~9unt~rproductive . The MCSC took the lead in working to bring local • ~ . ,.~-/: ~. ;;.t·volu~~~er centers together with volunteer service through the Family dtve~se OU~~-'J#'··',[ - de'-'e~dence Ag~ncy ~d their local county agencies. Each of these and uzdzvzduals '~" p es had therr ments, but also lead to a tremendous amount of • • :jtt i5' controversy and distrust. While the intentions may certainly have been to asszst zn ~~; good, the J2£0~,~ss by which the end goal was to be reached was COlnmunity ~"! :;,. ~;$§.U$ce~:@.~rid lead to some unfortunate consequences. The MCSC 'L was ;e~nr,~s~power grabbing and not a neutral broker. Therefore, as the proble1n MCSC~]tqteeds to create forums for dialogue, creative ways for solving colla'Qgr~tion and a context for healthy partnerships, we must also be aware=oi our pasti "fforts an~ other's perceptions of those efforts. through service However, whil~.:~ gme may aJways question our motives, this and questioningt~B5tnd b.otdete_r:usJ rom our leadership responsibilities nor bar us fro,m being an effect1veA.,convening mechanism. ?1. volunteerism. Revised 9113/00 �With this caution in mind, the MCSC can be an effective magnifier of state and federal resources in support of service and volunteerism in Michigan. Convener Vision ... the MCSC has always stressed aiding in local empowerment and local. The MCSC serves as a convener of diverse groups and individuals to assist in community problem solving through service and volunteerism. Goals • Assist in supporting "government-sponsored" service and volunteerism in Michigan - Promote state government employees' involvement in local volunteer initiatives morep recognitio programs individuals rather than to theMCSC itself - Promote and encourage the use of best practices among state government agencies in using volunteerism as an effective community problem-solving mechanism. • Expand collaborative partnerships to reach the vision ,; • "Empower individuals/organizations to create proactive local solutions through service and volunteerism ...;,.,:_-:;c;....,;~if'·i,.~'!' · · • .:>Examine current relationships to identify new ;· J pop'U!ations to encourage the use of service and volunteerism as a strategy --:-: .. Revised 9/13/00 . �Example " Best Practices Guide" We recommend that the MCSC annually publish a best practices guide for quality service and volunteerism in Michigan that would be developed by the field through a series of MCSC sponsored dialogues. Outcomes would include a "Michigan Best Practices Guides" for service and volunteerism. The guides would be developed through focus groups, research findings, surveys and conferences that help to glean the wisdom of the service and volunteer field for organizations, espedally those in state government, to voluntarily adopt as operating principles. Taking on the role of facilitating and publishing a best practices guide will require that first, the MCSC be in a position to help other state agencies examine their current volunteer management systems and share them with other agencies and nonprofit organizations .. TheM6lSC stalteillizders recognize anH. appreciate the MCSCand;tt programs, ·., projects, and activities. ·, Over time this process could lead to a publication (Michigan ' Standards for High Quality Service and Volunteer Programs) hat could be used by state government or even the private sector. It could even help to define the lexicon of the field to provide_Jpore standardized language (for example, ~distmgliishing between voluntary community service and court 6 '"""''''; "'~-. maJ.ldated community service). In the short-term, the MCSC ··- ~drild focus on_its current funding relationships including CNS ,~programs and ,Yolunteer Investment Grants (VIG). ~,.,.... :<~~~..:.::~~, . . ::-:l"if"!fo:;n~ '- :.,:.,1;·. :;~; ·:' ,.. ~~:·~:.&;:;': •';:·.,:~~;;;;;7; • ;.' •. ;- MCSC's ~romotion, Marketing and Research of Michigan Service and VoluJ:lteer Efforts ~- ¥ ~1>,r; ,.'! .... •:...,,,. :::.If'. More promotion of the Mesd.:,a. nd its' programs to the public has been a constant struggle forthis :.Organizatio"n and a 'continual challenge for staff. On the one hand the MCSC has prided itself on its ability and willingness to engage in and form effective and non-territorial alliances and partnerships often with an overly modest approach. The MCSC is rarely self-serving in its approach and receives (and seeks) few public accolades for this work. The MCSC's literal interpretation of our catalyst role-aiding in the development of a process without becoming a part of that process- may have led to a lack of public awareness around the good work of the MCSC. Revised 9/13/00 �- ' In addition, the MCSC has always stressed aiding in local empowerment and local control which has encouraged staff to provide more public recognition to programs and individuals rather than to the MCSC itself. On the other hand, the MCSC has worked to publicize the results of its efforts through America's Promise, the ConnectMichigan Campaign, the AmeriCorps logo and "signage" and various national days of service including Make A Difference Day. While all are very successful, this approach has done more to raise the profile of the service and volunteer field in Michigan and less to raise the profile of the MCSC and its grantees. All of this begs the question, does the MCSC need to .be marketed? No. However, if the MCSC is to be an effective grantrnaker it must: publish its funding priorities, communicate the rationale for the development of those priorities, celebrate the successful practices and failures learned from its funding, and promote the role of government in helping to promote service and volunteerism. resources on helptn·f' others solve problems locally by providing factual and credible data. Revised 9/1 3/00 �Marketing and Research Vision The MCSC stakeholders recognize and appreciate the MCSC and its programs, projects, and activities. Marketing Goals Develop a marketing strategy that: • Promotes who we are, what we do, and why we do it • Promotes what works for the MCSC's programs, projects, and activities. • Publishes our research findings • Promotes new ideas incubated by the MCSC - Create tools for the field to promote the MCSC programs and concepts - Create "stories/snap shots" for stakeholders to use to promote the MCSC programs we must prove it. - Seek professional guidance - Examine language/pictures in publications so they are user friendly :- Create "canned" (yet flexible ) presentations for staff Revised 9/13/00 �Research Goals • Undertake studies to demonstrate the impact of the MCSC programs, projects, and activities (long term, short term, annual) • Shape the future funding strategies of the MCSC through new and existing research (ties directly to investor goals) • Shape future MCSC initiatives through new and existing research (ties directly to incubator goals) the MCSC\, would researeft:. and.P:~~fi~lz'' " data itiJout th health, be,. . ",~""'-­ and need . servzce volunteerism tn Michigan com1nunities - Establish links to research organizations (Aspen) Examples Research and Publish What Works Adopting the model traditionally used by other state departments like the Michigan Department of Community alth (MDCH). This model stresses public awareness around , facts and desired behaviors all promoted through traditional forms of communication (TV, print and radio ads) with a tag line that identifies the sponsoring state agency. In additiq.q-;-::we recommend that the MCSC and its work be ·rrfa'f.k[t~a much as MDCH does through research and data ;,,dis~~ffiination. In other words, the MCSC would research and ·p~~ilsh data abo,ut the health, benefits and need for service and ·...: v6lunteerism iri::Michigan communities as supported through \ state anQ.;;f;9,e(aJ: fu~:~s while also researching the effectiveness ofits.q}Vrr;programs.:·:;rhis research would be packaged as user guide'~~~d anbuaJ pubi ications to be utilized by other state and privJte humfui service · ~g"encies to target their resources and focus their prograrnming ~~.[:his model also aligns well with the aforementioned goal.o · ·""&s'Gas a: grantmak:er not directly delivering services: I i: ocuses.~~CSC's efforts and resources on helping otherfsolve probletns locally by providing factual and credible data.' This particular model also fits well with our plans for the Alliance as it becomes the mechanism by which much of the public awareness around service and volunteerism is completed and the MCSC (as a grantmak:er) can provide the financial resources to make it happen as well as the factual data upon which Michigan's public awareness campaigns are based. ·~ Revised 9/13/00 �"Assessing the Health of Giving and Volunteering in Michigan" By engaging in this type of outreach, the M CSC~e;pa,nl .. As an example, the MCSC could assign resources to annually assess the "health" of service and volunteerism in Michigan communities on a county-by-county basis. This data would be collected and analyzed by qualified researchers and act as an annual barometer for how, why and how often people volunteer and the needs of volunteer and volunteer oriented organizations. In addition, this data could act as a valuable tool for nonprofits as they seek support from local, state and national funders for -v olunteer initiatives. Each year the study might address a specific issue (education, health, safety, culture and the arts, etc.) that the volunteer resources of Michigan might target or examine. J!ro.yi8e a This approach of research and marketing of critical data is not new. Public health organizations have been engaged in this valuable ·"'· type of activity for years. Their work has made significant changes in human behavior including increasing :' immunizations against childhood illnesses, reduction in auto ccidents and injuries with seat belt usage, and declines in ~ deaths from breast cancer through early screening and authority oil ~~~ •' intervention. If we truly believe that people can effectively service and ''·<'=!;; problem solve through service and volunteerism, we must ,____.,.q-~pro~~!Itf The only way we can prove it is to back up our claim - ~;-. with-facts. The only way we can get the facts is through volunteer ~effective research. We recommend that we invest in efforts in the ... ci_eveloping and publishing that research. By engaging in this ~~.;:.'type of ou~~~li,~the MCSC can provide a valuable resource state and not and would;6f ·'seen as an authority on service and volunteer just a pass effo,rts in the"s,t!J.te and,not just a pass through for state and federal funds. through for state and federal funds. Summary The ability of the M~SC.to fflrtli~~ its mission.of enabling citizens to engage in public problem·::solving through ser-Vice and volunteerism will be enhanced by it focusing on its expertise as an effective grantmaking entity. This is a shift from the MCSC's multifaceted role of supporting the promotion, advancement and profile of the volunteer sector to a more focused one where the MCSC seeks to make targeted investments with specific outcomes. This does not mean that the MCSC will abandon its convening, catalyst and broker roles. These roles will instead be redirected to support the grantmaking decisions of the MCSC. The MCSC can only do this because of the development Revised 9113/00 �of the Alliance and its ability to address the larger promotional and programming needs of the volunteer field. Tog~ther with the Alliance and our many other service partners, the MCSC will help to advance Michigan's volunteer sector to the next stage in its evolution and on to greater levels of sustainability. What's Our Capacity? The staff have completed a first draft SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis of the MCSC as it relates to the new goals and objectives articulated in this document. The results are attached (see SWOT Analysis of the MCSC). The MCSC must take these elements into account as we form our future plans. This is a shift from the MCSC's .. ,. sector to a 1nore " focused one where the MCSC seeks to make targeted invest1nents with specific outconzes. Many of the initiatives and changes proposed will not significantly impact the size of the MCSC's core operational capacity, but they will require that the MCSC retool and garner some additional financial resources and/or services. Much like many of the resources the MCSC brokers, the additional resources for these plans will be more directly on our grantees and external partners and not for internal ·ve costs. The Alliance is an obvious example. While the may propose many activities and initiatives and programs, the "·~~,~·"-~!'"J actually be conducted by the Alliance or other partner. In the MCSC will provide grants to support the work as to creating a new element to the MCSC to handle the next - N ·biief overyiew of the draft budget is also attached as an illustration (see budget}: These figures are not set in stone and are offered merely as refe{ep~e points. In addition, these costs may or may not be incu'ri~ct~by the MCSCaJ,one. Many of the functions may be taken on .... ,_ril the AlWmce ~IJ,~_e jt_!s up and running. These are merely costs associated v{i,!J:l~~all'the fl[ore!Jlentioned changes. Revised 9/13/00 o;.....·- ···- �Next Steps Clearly, even if we are all in agreement that these are the proper goals to adopt in order to institutionalize service and volunteerism in Michigan, there is a great deal of work to be done to determine the costs, feasibility and resistance points of such plans. However, as pointed out with regard to the development of the Alliance concept, we must move while we have the momentum and the initiative. Finally, even if general agreement on these changes is reached it will take time to implement them and the MCSC may not transform itself any time soon. On the other hand, the Alliance may develop quickly, the national scene may take a new direction (funding for the Corporation could cease or be increased) and the state support could dwindle. Therefore, no one should expect that the suggestions for change offered in this document would happen right away, but it could. We should prepare ourselves for these inevitability's. Revised 9/13/00 �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC Strengths •Board leadership •Staff •Teamwork •Executive Director •Partners •Reputation •Flexibility •State support •Economy •Buried in state government •Thinkers •Doers •New organizations •No baggage •Federal support •Foundation support •Structure •We are seen as a national leader •Service is trendy •Chairperson •Governor support . ,, •Technology .... ~~~ •Organizational teamwork •Sense of humor •Diversity •Statewi~e community . _ builder.~ ~ •Youth leadership ··.:_~S Ambassador ..;';Money ~ ;;;..._Michigan's AmeriCorps :Promise t~llow · ~Innovation · •Infrastructure _., •S ystems (internal and. external) Revised 9/13/00 Weaknesses •Technology •Space •Parking •Bureaucracy (state government) •Not seeing forest from the trees •Federal fund reliance •Strong personalities •Past history •Lack of research •Lack of staff •Lack of funding •Communication •Changing field •Not beginning with the end in mind •Buried in state government •Changes in elected officials •Economy •Rules and regulations •Time •Priorities •Lack of expertise (knowledge) •Not enough "celebrating accomplishments" •Lack of job security •Systems •Relationship state agencies •No clarity of vision •Too much field jargon •Staff turnover •Too many masters �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC Opportunities : •Expand our role •Reestablish priorities •Better communication •Redefine ourselves •National networking •Focus on MCSC •Sustaining the work •Raising the profile of governor 's role •Keeping YES Ambassador •Keeping Michigan 's. AmeriCorps Promise Fellow •Engagement •Invigorate partnerships •Disseminate information •Build information base •More focus •New MCSC space • •More strategic .\ grantmaking •New populations •Raising profile of service •Raising MCSC profile •Community problem solving?' -~~-:::;;:--·~--~[')' -·. . ~. Revised 9/13/00 Threats •Lack of knowledge at national level •Elected officials •Loss of vision •Minutia •Loss of Commissioners •Space •Economy •Timing •Staff and board alignment with MCSC vision (Governor) •Morale •Becoming bureaucratic •Lack of technology/ equipment •Election •Inspector General •CNS structure and processes •Lack of staff support •Funding •Staff turnover •Regulations •Organizational "turf' issues •Existence •Current legislation (state and federal) •Poor communication •Motivation •Not becoming circular (silo's) •Becoming mundane •Compliancy •Encumbered by new and existing tasks �' ' . MCSC FY 2000 - 2003 Budget Increases FY 2001 - 2002 FY 2000-2001 FY 2002 - 2003 Total Personnel - Grants Manager Salary & Benefits - Public Relations Mgr. Salary & Benefits Subtotal $ 65 ,000 .00 $ 65 ,000 .00 $ 65 ,000 .00 $ 195 ,000 .00 $ $ 65 ,000 .00 130 ,000.00 $ $ 65 ,000 .00 130,000.00 $ $ 65 ,000.00 130 ,000.00 $ $ 195 ,000 . 00 390,000 .00 Research & Publications - Health of Volunteer Sector Dissemination $ $ 5 ,000 .00 $ $ 60 ,0.00 .00 10 ,000 .00 $ $ 100,000.00 20,000 .00 $ $ 165 ,000 .00 30 ,000 . 00 5 ,000 . 00 $ $ 5 ,000.00 7 5 ,000 . 00 $ $ 5 ,000.00 125,000 .00 $ $ 10,000.00 205,000 . 00 I - State Sponsored Volunteer Initiatives & Best Practices $ Catalog Subtotal $ - Evaluation - Annual Aggregate Results $ 10 ,000 .00 $ 3 0 ,000 .00 $ 30 ,000 .00 $ 70 ,000 . 00 - Annual Case Studies of Three Programs Subtotal $ $ 10,000.00 20,000.00 $ $ 40,000.00 70 ,000.00 $ $ 40 ,000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 90 ,000.00 160,000.00 $ 15 ,000 .00 $ 20,000 .00 $ 42,000.00 $ 7, 000 .00 $ 15 ,000.00 $ 22 ,000 .00 5 ,000 .00 2 7, 000 .00 $ $ 7 ,500 .00 42 ,500 .00 $ $ 14 ,500 .00 78 ,500 .00 20 ,000 .00 50 ,000 . 00 $ $ I $ II Meetings - State Unified Vision (Plan) Focus Groups & Conferences - Annual Best Practices in Government Seminars - Community/Grantee Forums for Evaluation & Assessment of MCSC Performance Subtotal Promotion/Marketing - Annual Marketing Plan Development (Consultant) - Marketing Materials Subtotal Total I $ $ $ $ 7 ,000 .00 - 2 .ooo .oo 9 ,000.00 I I$ $ ' $ $ I $ s 10 ,000 .00 $ 25 ,000 .00 $ 35 ,ooo .oo I $ 199 ,ooo.oo I s 1o.ooo.oo 372,ooo.oo Is 20,000 .00 50 ,000 .00 70 ,000.00 437 so·o.oo I $ $ $ s 50,000 .00 125 ,000 .00 175 000.00 1 008 500 . 00 �FY 2000 - 2003 Budgets "C QJ .... ::I C" $450,000.00 $400 , 000 .00 $350 ,000 .00 $300 , 000 .00 QJ $250 ,000 .00 "' c: $200 ,000.00 $ 150 ,000.00 $100 ,000.00 c: "C ::I u. $50 , 000.00 $- FY FY FY 20002001 2001 2002 2002 2003 Fiscal Years � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Welcome and Introductions - Chairperson Mawby I I. Board Development Committee - Terry Pruitt A. B. III. Welcome to new Commissioners- (Kwak & Lubbers) Designation of MCSC Board Member Delegates Presentation by Commissioner Pickard our meeting host A. Volunteer Plus - a General Motors Program IV. Review & Approval of September 13, 2000 Minutes - Chairperson Mawby V. Standing Committee Reports A. Executive Committee - Chairperson Mawby 1. 2. Review Executive Committee November 17,2000 meeting Review of Executive Committee Report on ConnectMichigan Alliance a. b. VI. VII. Progress to Date Articles of Incorporation/Bylaws Executive Director's Report - Kyle Caldwell A. Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows (approval item) B. MCSC FY 2001 Budget Old Business - Chairperson Mawby A. Staff Recommendations for Future Direction of the MCSC (approval item) VIII. New Business - Chairperson Mawby A. B. C. D. IX. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50154 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c9c62a0b5fe743d9b418647bcff457bc.pdf 239dda233d0f6a92e5a2d261c1fbd3d0 PDF Text Text RECEIVED OCT 2 0 2000 C&S .S02 (Rev. 3/00) MICIDGAN DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND INDUSTRY SERVICES CORPORATION, SECURITIES AND LAND DEVELOPMENT BUREAU Date Received (¥ (FOR BUREAU USE ONLY) ocr 11 2ooo FILED 11115 document is effective on the date filed. unless· a subsequent effective date within 90 da~ after received date 1S stated in the document. OCT 11 2000 Name Administrator Sandra M. Cotter k PfiP. SCCtWnfS &LNID OEV. 8UflE.ijj Address 800 Michigan National Tower City Lansing State Zip Code Michigan 48933 EFFECTIVE DATE: Document w11l be returned to the name :and address you enter above t9 ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION For Use by Domestic Nonprofit Corporations OF ConnectMichigan Alliance Pursuant to the provisions of Act 162, Public Acts of 1982, as amended (the "Act"), the undersigned corporation executes the following Articles : ARTICLE I The name of the corporation is: ConnectMichigan Alliance I ARTICLE II The purpose or purposes for which the corporation is organized are: 1. purposes: To receive and administer funds for the following charitable and educational ' a. To promote and strengthen a life-long ethic of and commitment to service, volunteerism and civic engagement. b. To promote and participate in community-based problem solving models that effectively assess local needs and addresses them . .Y -;:'?_"!--so /2- c/c j ~r; tZ (,~ . c K__ �c. To use strategies to educate, raise public awareness, and increase the efficacy and benefits ofVolunteerism and Service-Learning as two types of community and civic engagement experiences that support local problem solving. d. To encourage and develop collaborative partnerships that build on the expertise and strengths of the partners and that share mutually beneficial resources . 2. The Corporation is organized exclusively for the purposes set forth in Section 50l(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law (the "Code"). 3. The Corporation, including all activities incident to its purposes, shall at all times be conducted so as to be an organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Code. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Articles, the Corporation shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on by a corporation exempt from federal income tax under Section 50l(c)(3) of the Code; and, by a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws of the State of Michigan pursuant to the Act. ARTICLE III The corporation is organized on a non-stock, directorship basis. The value of assets which the corporation possesses is: Real Property: None Personal Property: None The corporation is to be financed under the following general plan : gifts , grants , endowments and contributions of funds and property, and the income generated therefrom . ARTICLE IV The address of the initial registered office is: 29 Kellogg Center East Lansing, MI 48823-1022 The name of the initial resident agent at the registered office is: Sam Singh 2 �ARTICLE V The names and addresses of the incorporators are as follows: Michelle Enger Chairwoman Michigan Community Service Commission 111 S. Capitol Avenue George W . Romney Building, 4th floor Lansing, MI 48913 Jus tin P. King Executive Director Mithigan Association of School Boards 1001 Centennial Way Suite 400 Lansing, MI 4891 7-92 79 Barbara A. Mieras President Davenport University- Western Region 415 E. Fulton Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Kathryn S. Rossow Executive Director Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan, Inc . 1213 Oak Street Niles, MI 49120 ARTICLE VI Any action required or permitted to be taken at a meeting of the trustees may be taken without a meeting, without prior notice, and without a vote if a consent in writing, setting forth the action so taken, is signed by all of the trustees necessary to authorize or take the action at a meeting where all eligible trustees were present and voted. Such consent shall have the same effect as a vote of the trustees and may be stated as such in any Articles or document filed with the State of Michigan. ARTICLE VII No part of the net earnings of the corporation shall inure to the benefit of or be distributable to its trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the corporation shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation fOF services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in Article II hereof. No substantial part of the activities of the corporation shall b~ the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the corporation shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of any candidate for public office. Notwithstanding any other provision of these Articles, the corporation shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by a corporation exempt from Federal income tax under Section 50l(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or comparable provisions of subsequent legislation, or (b) by a corporation, contributions to which are deductible under Section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or comparable provisions of subsequent legislation. 3 �Upon the dissolution of the corporation, the board shall, after paying or making provisions for the payment of all of the liabilities of the corporation, dispose of all of the assets of the corporation exclusively for the purpose of the corporation in such manner, or to such organizations organized and operated exclusively for charitable, educational, religious, or scientific purposes as shall at the time qualify as an exempt organization or organizations under Section 50l(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or comparable provisions of subsequent legislation, as the board shall determine. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by the circuit court of the county in which the principal office of the corporation is then located exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations as said court shall determine which are organized and operated exclusively for such purposes. ARTICLE VIII No member ofthe Board ofTrustees of the corporation who is a volunteer trustee, as that term is defined in the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act (the "Act"), shall be personally liable to this corporation for monetary damages for a breach of the trustee's fiduciary duty; provided, however, that this provision shall not eliminate or limit the liability of a trustee for any of the fo !lowing: 1. A breach of the trustee's duty of loyalty to the corporation; 2. Acts or omissions not in good faith or that involve intentional misconduct or a knowing violation of law; 3. A violation of section 551(1) ofthe Act; 4. A transaction from which the trustee derived an improper personal benefit; 5. An act or omission occurring before the filing of these Articles of Incorporation; 6. An act or omission that is grossly negligent. The corporation hereby assumes all liability to any person other than the corporation for all acts or omissions of a trustee who is a volunteer trustee as defined in the Act occurring on or after the filing of these Articles of Incorporation, incurred in the good faith performance of the trustee's duties as such; provided, however, that the corporation shall not be considered to have assumed any liability to the extent such assumption is inconsistent with the status of the corporation as an organization described in Section 50l(c)(3) ofthe Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or comparable provisiops of subsequent legislation (the "Code"). If the Act is amended after the filing of these Articles of Incorporation to authorize the further elimination or limitation of the liability of trustees of nonprofit corporations, then the liab ility of members of the Board of Trustees, in addition to the limitation, elimination and assumption of personal liability contained in this Article IX, shall be assumed by the corporation 4 �or eliminated or limited to the fullest extent permitted by the Act as so amended, except to the extent such limitation, elimination or assumption ofliability is inconsistent with the status of the corporation as an organization described in Section 501 (c)(3) of the Code. No amendment or repeal of this Article IX shall apply to or have any effect on the liability or alleged liability of any member of the Board of Trustees of this corporation for or with respect to any acts or omissions of such trustee occuning prior to the effective date of any such amendment or repeal. ..<\.RTICLE IX The Corporation assumes the liability for all acts or omissions of a volunteer if all of the following conditions are met: 1. The volunteer was acting or reasonably believed he or she was acting within the scope of his or her authority. 2. The volunteer was acting in good faith. 3. The volunteer's conduct did not amount to gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct. 4. The volunteer's conduct was not an intentional tort. 5. The volunteer's conduct was not a tort arising out of the ownership, maintenance, or use of a motor vehicle for which tort liability may be imposed as provided in Section 3135 of the Insurance Code of 1956, Act No. 218 of the Public Acts of 1956, being section 500.3135 of the Michigan Compiled La\vs. These Articles of Incorporation are hereby signed by the incorporators on September, 2000. ~/(1'2LLvv./ Barbara A. Mieras, Incorporator ~[~Js ~ Kathfyn S. Rossow, Incorporator 5 this/Z~y of �ConnectMichigan Alliance BYLAWS �TABLE OF CONTENTS ConnectMichigan Alliance BYLAWS Page Article I. Name ............ . ................................ . . . ....... . ....... 1 1. Name .. ... . .. ..... . ........... ... ·..... ... .. ... ............. .. ...... 1 Article II. Creation .. .. .... . ..... .... . .. ..... ............. ... ..... ... .. ... ...... 1 1. 2. 3. Joint Venture ............ . ... .. ............ .. ..................... 1 Mission ................................... .. .... . .......... .. .. .. 1 Independence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Article ill. Offices .................................. . ... . ........... . ... ....... 1 1. 2. 3. Principal Office ...... ... ... . ... .. ...................... . ... . . ..... 1 Registered Office ... ....... ...... .... ........ .... ..... ...... ..... . . 2 Other Business Offices .............. ................. ....... ........ 2 Article IV. Members ... .. .. . ........ .. ..... ............. .......... . ............ 2 1. 2. Members ............... . .................. .... .................. 2 Advisory .... .... ....... . .. .............. . ..... .. ................. 2 Article V. Board ofTrustees .... .. ..................... . ... .. ........ . .. .. ...... 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. General Powers .......... ..... . ........... ......... .. ... . ....... . . 2 Appointment to the Board ofTrustees ........... .. .... .. .. . . . ... . .. .... 2 Number ........... ... .. . ... . ... ........... ....... .. ......... .... 2 Tenure . .... .... ... .... . .... . ........... ...... . .............. . ... 3 Removal ..... .. .. . ....... .. . ...... ... ... : . .. . .. . . ... .... .. .. 3 Resignation . .... . .... ...... . .......... . .............. . ........... 3 · Qualifications .................................. . ...... . ..... . .. ... 3 Regular Meetings ... . . ... . .. ... .. . . . .... ... .. ... .... . . ....... ... . .. 3 Special Meetings . ...................... . .......... ..... .. . . ...... . 3 Notice; Waiver ......... . ....... . .... ... ............... .. .......... 4 Meeting by Telephone or Similar Equipment .... .... .................... 4 Quorum .......................................... . .............. 4 Manner of Acting ............. .. ....... ......... ...... .. .. ..... .... 4 Action by Unanimous Written Consent ... ....... ......... .... ... ...... . 4 �15. 16. 17. Board Vacancies and Enlargement .... . ............................... 4 a. Founding Organizations' Appointment to Board of Trustees . . ....... . 5 b. Succeeding Board of Trustees ..... . . . ............ . ............. 5 Compensation .. . .................. . .............. . ............ . .. 5 Presumption of Assent ........ . .. . ......... . ......... . ... . ..... . .... 5 Article VI. Officers . .. . .. .. .............. . ........... . ...... . .. . ..... . ......... 5 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Number . .. . . ................... .. ......... . ........ . .... ... .... . 5 President ............ . ......................... . .... . ....... .. .. . . 5 Election and Term of Offiee ................. . .... ·.................. . . 5 Vacancies ... . .... . ..... . ... .. . . ........... . ...... . ............... 6 Chair .... . ... . ...... . .... . ... ... .. .. . . . .. .. . ...... . ...... . ....... 6 Vice-Chair . . .......... . ..................... . ... . .. . . . . . ... . .... . 6 Secretary-Treasurer . ... . . . . . .. .. .... . ............ . ............... . . 6 Assistants and Acting Officers . . .. . .... .. ............................. 6 Compensation . ......... . ......... . .......... . . . ............ . . . . . . 6 Filling More Than One Office . . ...... . .......... .. ....... . . . .. .. . . ... 6 Requirements for Officer Participation ....... . . . ........ . ..... .. ....... 7 Article VII. Committees ...... .. ........ ... ... . . . ....... . ....................... 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. General Statement Regarding Committees ..... . ......... .. .... . . . ...... 7 Standing Committees .... ... . . . . . .............. . .... .... .... . .... .. . 7 a. Executive Committee .. ..... .. . . .. . ........ . ..... . .. . . ... ..... 7 b. Budget and Finance Committee ...... .. .... .. . .. .... .. . ..... .. . . 7 c. Audit & Investment Committee . .... .. . . . .. .. .. ...... . .......... 8 d. Nominating Committee .... . ........ .. .. .. ......... .. ......... 8 Ad-Hoc Committees .... . .. .... ........ . .... .. . .. . . . . . ... ..... . .... 8 Meetings ........ . .. . . . ..... . . . ..... .. ... . . .. ..... . ..... .. ........ 8 Action by Written Ballot Without a Meeting . .. ... . ................ . ... .. 8 Article VIIT. Contracts, Loans, Checks and Deposits; Special Corporate Acts .... . .. . ...... 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Contracts . . .. . .... .. ................. . ........................... 9 Loans . ............... . ... . .. . . . ........... . .•...... .. ... . ....... 9 Checks, Drafts, etc ........ . . . ............ . .. . . . .. . . . ........... .. . 10 Deposits .. . ..... .. . . ..... .. . .. ......... . ................. . . . .... 10 Voting of Securities Owned by this Corporation ... .. ..... .... ..... . ... . . 10 Contracts Between this Corporation and Related Persons ..... . ......... . .. 10 Article IX. Indemnification ............................. . . . ........ . . .. .... . .. .. 11 1. 2. Non-Derivative Actions . . .. .. .... . . ... .................... . ........ 11 Derivative Actions ..... . .. . ............... . . . ..................... 11 �3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Expenses of Successful Defense ................... . ... . .. . .... . ..... 11 Definition ...... . . . ............................. . ...... . . . .... . .. 12 Contract Right; Limitation on Indemnity .......... . ................. . .. 12 Determination That Indemnification is Proper ......... . ..... .. .... . ... . 12 Proportionate Indemnity . . ... ... .. .. .. . .. ... . . ...... . ... .. .. . . . . .. .. 12 Expense Advance ............ . ...... . .......... . ............. . .. . . 13 Non-Exclusivity of Rights ............. . ........ . .......... . ....... . 13 Indemnification of Employees and Agents of the Corporation ... .. . ........ 13 Former Trustees and Officers .. . ......... . ..... . ...... ..... .... . . . . . 13 Insurance . .... . . .. ......... . ... . ................. . ....... .. ... .. 13 Changes in Michigan Law . . ... . ... ·.... .. ... . ...................... . 13 Article X. Dissolution and Withdrawal . ......... . .... . . . . . . . . . ...... . ......... 14 1. Assets . . . . ...... .. ..... . ... . . . . . . . . . .......... . ..... . . . . . . ... . .. 14 Withdrawal ofFounding Organizations ... . ..... . . . ............... . ... . 14 2. Article XI. Standard of Care . . .. .... . .......... .... . .. ... . .. . ........ . .. ........ 14 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Duties and Liability .. . ..... .. ....... . .... . . . ... . . . . .. . . ....... . . .. 14 Self-Dealing Transactions . . ................. ... . . ..... . .. . ......... 14 Approval .. . ...... .. . .. .... . ........ . ... .. ......... ... ... .. .. . . . 15 Loans .. .......... . ............... .. .. . .. . .. .. ......... . ....... . 15 Disclosure ... . . . ... . ... . . . .. . ...................... . .. .. .. ... . . . 15 Article XII. Dedication of Assets . ... . .. . ... ... . . . . . .. . .. . . .... . ........ . .. . .. ... 15 1. 2. 3. Dedication of Assets .... ..... . ..... . . . . .. . .... . . . .. ... ... ...... . . . 15 Allocation of Endowment(s) Proceeds ....... .. ..... . . . .. ..... .. . . .... 15 Unforeseen Circumstances .. . .......... . . .. . . . .. .. . . . .. ... . . . .... .. . 15 Article Xill Administrative Matters .. . .. .... . ........... .. .............. ... . ..... 16 1. 2. 3. Fiscal Year ... . . . . .. . . ... . ... . . .. . .. ... . .. . . . ... . .... .. ... . . . ... . 16 Investment Policy ...... . .... . . . .. . . .. . ... ... . . . .... . ... . .. . ... .. .. 16 Permanent Records of the Corporation .... .. . .. . . ...: ... ... . . ......... . 16 Article XIV Amendments ... . . . ...... . .. . ..... . .......... . .. . .... . .. ... . . .... . . 16 1. Modifications ....... .. . .. ...... . ... . ... . .... .. . .. . ... .. .. . ... ... . 16 �BYLAWS OF ConnectMichigan Alliance ARTICLE I NAME Section 1. Name. The name of the corporation shall be: ConnectMichigan Alliance. ARTICLE II CREATION Section 1. Joint Venture. The corporation is an independent organization, formed through a public- private venture of the Michigan Campus Compact, Michigan Community Service Commission, Michigan Nonprofit Association, and the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (the "Founding Organizations"). Section 2. Mission. The corporation was created by the Founding Organizations for charitable and educational purposes, and specifically to support the following mission: To promote and strengthen a life-long ethic of and commitment to service, volunteerism and civic engagement. Section 3. Independence. The corporation shall at all times remain an independent organization not subject to control by any one of the Founding Organizations. Through their respective members of the corporation's Board ofTrustees, the Founding Organizations' ideals may be conveyed to the corporation. ARTICLE III OFFICES Section 1. Principal Office. The principal office of the corporation shall be located in a place determined by the Board of Trustees. The principal office will be in Michigan. 1 �Section 2. Registered Office. The registered office of the corporation may be the same as the principal office of the corporation, but in any event must be located in the State of Michigan and be the business office of the resident agent as required by the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act. Section 3. Other Business Offices. The corporation may have business offices at such other places, either within or outside of the State of Michigan, as the Board of Directors may designate or as the business of the corporation may require from time to time. ARTICLE IV MEMBERS Section 1. Members. In its discretion, the Board of Trustees may determine categories of and eligibility for membership. The Board shall determine the terms, obligations, and privileges of each category of membership. · Section 2. Advisory. Should the Board of Trustees determine that membership is appropriate for the corporation, such members shall have no voting rights relative to the control of the corporation. Rather, members shall serve in advisory capacities. ARTICLE V BOARD OF TRUSTEES Section 1. General Powers. The business, property and affairs of the corporation shall be managed by its Board of Trustees. Section 2. Appointment to the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees shall be selected by appointment. Each Founding Organization shall appoint three (3) individuals to serve as members of the Board of Trustees. The Founding Organizations may utilize whatever appointment process it deems appropriate, but the appointments shall be evidenced by a written Notice ofAppointment signed by an Officer of the appointing organization. In addition, up to six (6) individuals may be appointed to the Board by the Board of Trustees to 'serve as "at-large" Board members. The Executive Director of the Michigan Community Service Commission and the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Michigan Nonprofit Association shall serve as nonvoting, ex-officio members ofthe Board ofTrustees. Section 3. Number. The number of voting Trustees of the corporation shall be not less than 8 nor more than 20. The number of Trustees may be increased or decreased from time to time by an amendment to these Bylaws or as provided in Section 15 of this Article. 2 �Section 4. Tenure. Except for the initial tenns of the at-large Board members, each Trustee shall hold office for three (3) year tenns or until the Trustee's death, resignation, or removal. Trustees may succeed themselves only once, enabling Trustees to serve up to two (2) full tenns. Service provided for an unexpired or incomplete tenn shall not be counted as a full tenn. The six (6) "at-large" members of the Board shall serve staggered terms. The initial appointments shall include three (3) classes: Class A will include two (2) individuals who shall be appointed to an initial one (1) year tenn; -_ Class B will include two (2) individuals who shall be appointed to an initial two (2) year tenn; and Class C will include two (2) individuals who shall be appointed to an initial three (3) year term. After the initial term, at-large Board members of each class will serve three (3) year terms such that the staggered terms continue in perpetuity. Section 5. Removal. Any Trustee may be removed for cause by an affirmative vote of 2/3rds of the Trustees then serving. Section 6. Resignation. Any Trustee of the corporation may resign at any time by providing written notice to the corporation. Notice of resignation will be effective upon receipt or at a subsequent time designated in the notice. A successor may be appointed as provided in Section 15 of this Article. Section 7. Qualifications. Trustees need not be residents of the State of Michigan. Section 8. Regular Meetings. There shall be two regular meetings of the Board of Trustees each year. The two regular meetings shall be held without other notice than this Bylaw on the first Monday in March and the first Monday in September of each year or, as provided in the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act, within 90 days following those dates (if the meeting is held after the defmed dates in March or September, proper notice shall be provided to the Board members). The March meeting shall be the Annual Meeting. The Board ofTrustees shall fix the time and place for the meetings. Section 9. Special Meetings. Special meetings of the Board of Trustees may be called by the Chair or at the request of not less than 114 of the Trustees serving. The person or persons authorized to call special meetings of the Board of Trustees may fix the time and place for holding any special meeting of the Board of Trustees called by them, and if no other place is fixed the place of meeting shall be the principal business office of the corporation in the State of Michigan. 3 �Section 10. Notice: Waiver. Notice of any special meeting shall be given at least 10 days prior to the special meeting by written notice, stating the time and place of the meeting delivered personally or mailed or sent by facsimile to each Trustee at the Trustee's address as registered with the corporation. If mailed, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when deposited in the United States mail so addressed, with prepaid postage. If notice be given by facsimile, such notice shall be deemed to be delivered when the facsimile is acknowledged by the recipient. Any Trustee may waive notice of any meeting by written statement sent by the Trustee, signed before or after the holding of the meeting. The attendance of a Trustee at a meeting constitutes a waiver of notice of such meeting, except where a Trustee attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting to the transaction of any business because the meeting is not lawfully called or convened. Section 11. Meeting by Telephone or Similar Equipment. A Trustee may participate in a meeting by conference telephone or any similar communications equipment through which all persons participating in the meeting can hear each other. Participation in a meeting pursuant to this section constitutes presence in person at the meeting. Section 12. Quorum. A simple majority ofthe Trustees of the Board constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business at any duly called meeting of the Board of Trustees, but if less than a majority is present at a meeting, a majority of the Trustees present may adjourn the meeting from time to time without further notice. Section 13. Manner of Acting. Except as otherwise provided in these Bylaws for votes on particular actions, the act of the majority of the Trustees present at a meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the act of the Board ofTrustees. Section 14. Action by Unanimous Written Consent. Any action required or permitted to be taken by the Board of Trustees may be taken without a meeting and without prior notice, if all Trustees consent in writing to the action. The written consent shall be filed with the minutes of the proceedings of the Board. The action by written consent shall have the same force and effect as the unanimous vote of the Board. Section 15. Board Vacancies and Enlargement. a. Founding Organizations' Appointments to Board ofTrustees: During the first three (3) years of the corporation's existence, should a vacancy occur, on the Board among the members serving by virtue ofbeing appointed by one of the Founding Organizations, such vacancy shall be filled by the Founding Organization that appointed the former Board member. After the first three (3) years of the corporation's existence, the Founding Organizations shall continue to hold appointment power, but if a Board member appointed by a Founding Organization resigns, is removed, dies, or otherwise creates a vacancy, that vacancy shall be filled by a person selected by a majority vote of the remaining Trustees. 4 �b. Succeeding Boards of Trustees: Any vacancy or allowed enlargement occuning in the Board of Trustees may be filled by a person selected by a majority vote of the remaining Trustees. Section 16. Compensation. Trustees shall not be compensated for serving on the Board. By resolution of the Board ofTrustees, the Trustees may be paid their expenses, if any, of attendance at each meeting of the Board ofTrustees. Nothing in this Article precludes any Trustee from serving the corporation in any other capacity and receiving compensation for such service. Presumption of Assent. A Trustee of the corporation who is present at a Section 17. meeting of the Board ofTrustees at which action on any corporate matter is taken shall be presumed to have assented to the action taken unless that Trustee's dissent shall be entered in the minutes of the meeting or unless that Trustee shall file a written dissent to such action with the person acting as the Secretary of the meeting before the adjournment of the meeting or shall forward such dissent by registered mail to the Secretary of the corporation immediately after the adjournment of the meeting. This right to dissent shall not apply to a Trustee who voted in favor of such action. ARTICLE VI OFFICERS Section 1. Number. The officers of the corporation shall be a President, Chair, ViceChair, and a Secretary-Treasurer, each of whom shall be selected by the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees may select one or more Assistants to the Secretary-Treasurer, and may also appoint such other officers and agents as they may deem necessary for the transaction of the business of the corporation. Section 2. President. The President shall serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the corporation. The President shall be appointed by the Board of Trustees, through procedures designated or delegated by the Board, and shall serve at the pleasure of the Board. The President shall be an ex-officio member of the Board ofTrustees, with voice and without vote, and shall attend all meetings of the Board of Trustees. The Board may compensate the President for service to the corporation. Section 3. Election and Term of Office. Except for the President, the officers ofthe corporation shall be elected to 1 year terms by a 2/3rds affirmative vote ofthe Board of Trustees at the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees. If the election of officers is not held at that meeting, the election shall be held as soon thereafter as may be convenient. Each officer shall hold office while qualified or until the officer resigns or is removed in the manner provided in Section 3 of this Article. 5 �Section 4. Vacancies. A vacancy in any office because of death, resignation, removal, disqualification or otherwise, may be filled by appointment by the Board of Trustees for the unexpired portion of the term. Section 5. Chair. The Chair of the Board of Trustees shall be a Trustee of the corporation. At all meetings of the Board, the Chair shall preside. If there is not a Chair, or if the Chair is absent, then the Vice-Chair shall preside. If the Vice-Chair is absent, then a Temporary Chair, chosen by the Board members, shall preside. The Chair shall preside at meetings of the Executive Committee. The Chair shall appoint Committee Members and Committee Chairs, with Board ratification, consistent with designations in thes~ Articles. The Chair shall perform such other duties as are incident to the office or are properly delegated by the Board of Trustees. Vice-Chair. In the absence of the Chair or in the event of the Chair's death, Section 6. inability or refusal to act, the Vice-Chair shall perform the duties of Chair, and when so acting, shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the Chair. The Vice-Chair shall perform such other duties as from time to time may be assigned to the Vice-Chair by the Chair or by the Board of Trustees. Section 7. Secretary-Treasurer. The Secretary-Treasurer shall perform or direct and oversee the performance of the following duties: (a) issue notice of all meetings; (b) keep all minutes which shall be signed by the Secretary-Treasurer upon approval by the Board; (c) maintain the corporate records; and (d) make such reports and perform such other duties as are incident to the office or properly delegated by the Board of Trustees. The Secretary-Treasurer shall have, under the direction of the Board of Trustees, the oversight of all monies, securities and other property of the corporation. The Secretary-Treasurer shall perform all duties incident to the office or properly delegated by the Board ofTrustees. The Secretary-Treasurer shall perform or direct and oversee the performance of appropriate fiscal record keeping for the corporation. Section 8. Assistants and Acting Officers. The Assistants to the Secretary-Treasurer, if any, selected by the Board of Trustees, shall perform such duties and have such authority as shall from time to time be delegated or assigned to them by the Secretary or Treasurer or by the President or the Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees shall have the power to appoint any person to perform the duties of an officer whenever for any reason it is impracticable for such officer to act personally. Such acting officer so appointed shall have the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions upon the officer to whose office the acting officer is so appointed except as the Board of Trustees may by resolution otherwise determine. Section 9. Compensation. Officers shall receive no compensation for holding such office. Filling More Than One Office. Any two offices of the corporation except Section 10. those of Chair and Vice-Chair may be held by the same person, but no officer shall execute, acknowledge or verify any instrument in more than one capacity. 6 �Section 11 . Reguirements for Officer Participation. Requirements for Officer participation shall be determined by the Board. When such requirements are not satisfied, and proper remediation procedures have been followed (according to procedures determined by the Board), the Board may elect to remove an Officer from office by a two-thirds affirmative vote of the Trustees present at a duly called and constituted meeting. ARTICLE VII COMMITTEES Section 1. General Statement Re'garding ·committees. The Board of Trustees shall establish certain standing committees, as set forth in this Article. The Board also has the discretion to establish ad-hoc committees as desired. A committee designated by the Board may exercise any powers of the Board in managing this corporation's business and affairs, to the extent provided by resolution of the Board. However, no committee shall have the power to: (a) (b) (c) (d) amend the Articles oflncorporation; adopt an agreement of merger or consolidation; amend the Bylaws of the corporation; and fix compensation ofthe Trustees for serving on the Board or on a committee. Section 2. Standing Committees. The Board of Trustees shall create the following Standing Committees, whose members shall be appointed by the Chair and ratified by the Board; committee members shall serve at the pleasure of the Board. The Standing Committee Chairs shall report directly and regularly to the Board of Trustees. All Standing Committees shall include the President as a nonvoting ex officio member. a. Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall consist ofthe Officers, the Chairs of Standing Committees, and the immediate past Board Chair. The Board Chair shall chair the Executive Committee. The Executive Committee shall be empowered to act on behalf of the Board of Trustees: (1) in recommending to the Board appropriate matters for its consideration at scheduled Board meetings; (2) in implementing and developing details of policy positions previously adopted by the Board; (3) in addressing and enacting policy matters delegated by the Board; (4) in emergencies and between Board meetings when prompt policy attention is required (subject to subsequent reporting and, where appropriate, ratification by the Board); and (5) in personnel matters and oversight relating to the President. b. Budget and Finance Committee. Members of the Budget and Finance Committee must all be Trustees, and the Committee shall be chaired by the Secretary-Treasurer. The Budget and Finance Committee shall oversee and develop policy for the financial health of the corporation, and shall make recommendations for Board 7 �approval concerning the corporation's annual and long-range budget. The Committee shall develop fund raising policies for Board approval and shall propose initiatives to the Board concerning the corporation's resource development operations. The Committee shall perform such other duties as are incident to this charge or are properly delegated by the Board of Trustees. c. Audit & Investment Committee. The Audit & Investment Committee shall be chaired by a Trustee other than the Secretary-Treasurer, who shall not serve on the Audit & Investment Committee. The Audit & Investment Committee shall oversee the annual audit of the corporation, the review of the corporation annual spending plan and investment plans and performance review of any and all endowments assigned to the support and development of the corporation. Members of the Audit & Investment Committee may include such non-Trustees as necessary to insure responsible, comprehensive and enlightening audits and investment strategies. d. Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee shall consist of three (3) members. Members of the Nominating Committee must all be Trustees who are selected by the full Board of Trustees. The Nominating Committee shall receive, from any source, suggestions of individuals to serve as at-large Board members. The Nominating Committee shall investigate the nominees' qualifications and recommend a slate of at-large Board member candidates to the full Board for its consideration. The at-large Board members are those Board members who serve in three (3) classes of three (3) year staggered terms. Section 3. Ad-Hoc Committees. The Board may establish, at its discretion, such other ad hoc committees and advisory groups as it deems necessary or desirable for the continuing purpose and effective operation of the corporation and conduct of its affairs. Ad-hoc Committees must be Chaired or Co-Chaired by a member of the Board of Trustees. Members of ad-hoc Committees may also include such non-trustees as will promote the effective accomplishment of the assigned responsibility. Section 4. Meetings. Committees shall meet as directed by the Board, and their meetings shall be governed by the rules provided in Article V for meetings of the Board. Minutes shall be recorded at each committee meeting and shall be presented to the Board. Section 5. Action by Written Ballot Without a Meeting. Any action that may be taken at any Committee meeting may be taken without a meeting and without prior notice by complying with the following provisions concerning written ballots. The Committee Chair shall direct the ·mailing or delivery of one written ballot to each Committee Member entitled to vote on the matter. Information shall be included that: 8 �Sets forth the proposed action; Provides Committee Members with an opportunity to specify approval, disapproval or abstention for each proposal; Indicates the number of responses needed to meet the quorum requirements; States the percentage of approvals necessary to pass the measure or measures; '--and Provides and specifies a reasonable time by which the ballot must be received in order to be counted. All written ballots shall be maintained in Committee records. ARTICLE Vill CONTRACTS, LOANS, CHECKS AND DEPOSITS; SPECIAL CORPORATE ACTS Section 1. Contracts. The Board of Trustees may authorize any officer or agent, to enter into any contract, to execute and deliver any instrument, or to acknowledge any instrument required by law to be acknowledged in the name of and on behalf of the corporation. Such authority may be general or confined to specific instances but the appointment of any person other than an officer to acknowledge an instrument required by law to be acknowledged should be made by instrument in writing. When the Board of Trustees authorizes the execution of a contract or of any other instrument in the name of and on behalf of the corporation, without specifying the executing officers, the President or Vice-President, and the Secretary or Treasurer may execute the same and may affix the corporate seal thereto. Section 2. Loans. No loans shall be contracted on behalf of the corporation and no evidences of indebtedness shall be issued in its name unless authorized by a resolution of the Board of Trustees. Such authority may be general or confmed to specific instances. No loan or advance to or overdraft of withdrawal by an officer, Trustee or member of the corporation otherwise than in the ordinary and usual course of the business of the corporation, and on the ordinary and usual course of the business or security, shall be made or permitted unless each such transaction shall be approved by a vote of two-thirds (2/3) of the members of the Board of Trustees excluding any Trustee involved in such transactions and a full and detailed statement of all such transactions and any payments shall be submitted at the next annual meeting of members and the aggregate amount of such transactions less any repayments shall be stated in the next annual report to members. 9 �Section 3. Checks. Drafts. etc. All checks, drafts or other orders for the payment of money, notes or other evidences of indebtedness issued in the name of the corporation, shall be signed by such officer or officers, agent or agents, of the corporation and in such manner as shall from time to time be determined by resolution of the Board of Trustees. Section 4. Deposits. All funds of the corporation not otherwise employed shall be deposited from time to time to the credit of the corporation in such banks, trust companies or other depositories as the Board of Trustees may select. Section 5. Voting of Securities Owned by this Corporation. Subject always to the specific directions of the Board of Trustees, any shares or other securities issued by any other corporation and owned or controlled by this corporation may be voted at any meeting of security holders of such other corporation by the President of this corporation or by proxy appointed by the President, or in the absence of the President and the President's proxy, by the Secretary or Treasurer of this corporation or by proxy appointed by the Secretary or Treasurer. Such proxy or consent in respect to any shares or other securities issued by any other corporation and owned by this corporation shall be executed in the name of this corporation by the President, the Secretary or the Treasurer of this corporation without necessity of any authorization by the Board ofTrustees, affixation of corporate seal or countersignature or attestation by another officer. Any person or persons designated in the manner above stated as the proxy or proxies of this corporation shall have full right, power and authority to vote the shares or other securities issued by such other corporation and owned by this corporation the same as such shares or other securities might be voted by this corporation. Section 6. Contracts Between this Corporation and Related Persons. Any contract or other transaction between this corporation and one or more of its Trustees, or between this corporation and any finn of which one or more of this corporation's Trustees are members or employees, or in which one or more of this corporation's Trustees are interested, shall be valid for all purposes, notwithstanding the presence of such Trustee or Trustees at the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the corporation which acts upon, or in reference to, such contract or transaction, and notwithstanding the Trustee or Trustees participation in such action, if the fact of such interest shall be disclosed or known to the Board of Trustees and the Board of Trustees, shall, nevertheless, authorize, approve and ratify such contract or transaction by a vote of a majority of the Trustees present, such interested Trustee or Trustees to be counted in determining whether a quorum is present, but not to be counted as voting upon the matter or in calculating the majority of such quorum necessary to carry such vote. This Section shall not be construed to invalidate any contract or other transaction which would otherwise be valid under the common and statutory law applicable thereto. 10 �ARTICLE IX INDEMNIFICATION Section 1. Non-Derivative Actions. Subject to all of the other provisions of this Article, the corporation shall indemnify any person who was or is a party or is threatened to be made a party to any threatened, pending or completed action, suit or proceeding, whether civil, criminal, administrative or investigative and whether formal or informal (other than an action by or in the right of the corporation) by reason of the fact that the person is or was a trustee or officer of the corporation, or is or was serving at the request of the corporation as a trustee, director, officer, partner, trustee or employee, · or agent of another foreign or domestic corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise, whether for profit or not for profit, against expenses (including attorneys' fees),judgments, penalties, fines and amounts paid in settlement actually and reasonably incurred by him or her in connection with such action, suit or proceeding if the person acted in good faith and in a manner the person reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests ofthe corporation, and with respect to any criminal action or proceeding, if the person had no reasonable cause to believe his or her conduct was unlawful. The termination of any action, suit or proceeding by judgment, order, settlement, conviction, or upon a plea of nolo contendere or its equivalent, shall not, of itself, create a presumption that the person did not act in good faith and in a manner which the person reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests of the corporation, and, with respect to any criminal action or proceeding, had reasonable cause to believe that his or her conduct was unlawful. Section 2. Derivative Actions. Subject to all of the provisions of this article, the corporation shall indemnify any person who was or is a party to or is threatened to be made a party to any threatened, pending or completed action or suit by or in the right of the corporation to procure a judgment in its favor by reason of the fact that the person is or was trustee or officer of the corporation, or is or was serving at the request of the corporation as a trustee, director, officer, partner, employee, or agent of another foreign or domestic corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise, whether for profit or not, against expenses (including actual and reasonable attorneys' fees) and amounts paid in settlement incurred by the person in connection with such action or suit if the person acted in good faith and in a manner the person reasonably believed to be in or not opposed to the best interests of the corporation. However, indemnification shall not be made for any claim, issue or matter in which such person has been found liable to the corporation unless and only to the extent that the court in which such action or suit was brought has determined upon application that, despite the adjudication ofliability but in view of all circumstances of the case, such person is fairly and reasonably entitled to indemnification for the expenses which the court considers proper. Section 3. Expenses of Successful Defense. To the extent that a person has been successful on the merits or otherwise in defense of any action, suit or proceeding referred to in Section 1 or 2 of this article, or in defense of any claim, issue or matter in the action, suit or 11 �proceeding, the person shall be indemnified against expenses (including actual and reasonable attorneys' fees) incurred by such person in connection with the action, suit or proceeding and in any action, suit or proceeding brought to enforce the mandatory indemnification provided by this article. Section 4. Definition. For the purposes of Sections 1 and 2, "other enterprises" shall include employee benefit plans; "fines" shall include any excise taxes assessed on a person with respect to an employee benefit plan; and "serving at the request of the Corporation" shall include any service as a trustee, director, officer, employee, or agent of the corporation which imposes duties on, or involves services by, the trustee or officer with respect to an employee benefit plan, its participants or beneficiaries; and a person who acted in good faith and in a manner the person reasonably believed to be in the interest of the participants and beneficiaries of an employee benefit plan shall be considered to have acted in a manner "not opposed to the best interests of the corporation" as referred to in Sections 1 and 2. Section 5. Contract Right; Limitation on Indemnity. The right to indemnification conferred in this Article shall be a contract right, and shall apply to services of a trustee or officer as an employee or agent of the corporation as well as in such person's capacity as a trustee or officer. Except as provided in Section 3 of this Article, the corporation shall have no obligations under this Article to indemnify any person in connection with any proceeding, or part thereof, initiated by such person without authorization by the Board of Trustees. Section 6. Determination That Indemnification Is Proper. Any indemnification under Section 1 or 2 of this Article (unless ordered by a court) shall be made by the corporation only as authorized in the specific case upon a determination that indemnification of the person is proper in the circumstances because the person has met the applicable standard of conduct set forth in Section 1 or 2, whichever is applicable. Such determination shall be made in any of the following ways: (a) By a majority vote of a quorum of the Board consisting of directors who were not parties to such action, suit or proceeding; (b) If the quorum described in clause (i) above is not obtainable, then by a committee of directors who are not parties to the action. The committee shall consist of not less than two disinterested directors; or (c) By independent legal counsel in a written opinion. Section 7. Proportionate Indemnity. If a person is entitled to indemnification under Section 1 or 2 of this Article for a portion of expenses, including attorneys' fees, judgments, penalties, fines, and amounts paid in settlement, but not for the total amount thereof, the corporation shall indemnify the person for the portion of the expenses, judgments, penalties, fines, or amounts paid in settlement for which the person is entitled to be indemnified. 12 �Section 8. Expense Advance. Expenses incurred in defending a civil or criminal action, suit or proceeding described in Section 1 or 2 of this Article may be paid by the corporation in advance of the final disposition of such action, suit or proceeding upon receipt of an undertaking by or on behalf of the person involved to repay the expenses if it is ultimately determined that the person is not entitled to be indemnified by the corporation. The undertaking shall be an unlimited general obligation of the person on whose behalf advances are made but need not be secured. Section 9. Non-Exclusivity of Rights. The indemnification or advancement of expenses provided under this article is not exctusive of other rights to which a person seeking indemnification or advancement of expenses may be entitled under a contractual arrangement with the corporation. However, the total amount of expenses advanced or indemnified from all sources combined shall not exceed the amount of actual expenses incurred by the person seeking indemnification or advancement of expenses. Section 10. Indemnification of Emplovees and Agents of the Corporation. The Corporation may, to the extent authorized from time to time by the Board of Trustees, grant rights to indemnification and to the advancement of expenses to any employee or agent of the Corporation to the fullest extent of the provisions of this article with respect to the indemnification and advancement of expenses of directors and officers of the Corporation. Section 11. Former Trustees and Officers. The indemnification provided in this article continues as to a person who has ceased to be a director or officer and shall inure to the benefit of the heirs, executors and administrators of such person. Section 12. Insurance. The corporation may purchase and maintain insurance on behalf of any person who is or was a trustee, officer, employee or agent of the corporation, or is or was serving at the request of the corporation as a director, trustee, officer, employee or agent of another corporation, partnership, joint venture, trust or other enterprise against any liability asserted against him or her and incurred by him or her in any such capacity or arising out of his or her status as such, whether or not the corporation would have power to indemnify him or her against such liability under this Article or the laws of the State of Michigan. Section 13. Changes in Michigan Law. In the event of any change ofthe Michigan statutory provisions applicable to the corporation relating to indemnification, then the indemnification to which any person shall be entitled shall be determined by such changed provisions, but only to the extent that any such change permits the corporation to provide broader indemnification rights than permitted prior to any change. 13 �ARTICLE X DISSOLUTION AND WITHDRAWAL Section 1. Assets. Upon proper dissolution of the corporation, consistent with the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act, all assets of the corporation shall be properly distributed for charitable and educational purposes, in accordance with Section 2 and any other stipulations of the Act. Section 2. Withdrawal of Founding Organizations. Any of the Founding Organizations may choose to withdraw from the· corporation with all assets assigned to that organization prior to the first meeting of the Board of Trustees of the corporation. Such withdrawing Founding Organization shall agree to relinquish their seats on the board. After the corporation is operational, any and all corporate assets shall remain the property of the corporation and shall be reapportioned in accordance with the policies established for the allocation of the endowment and its proceeds. If a Founding Organization withdraws, the Board members appointed by that Founding Organization shall be removed from the Board. This removal shall be self-executing. ARTICLE XI STANDARD OF CARE Section 1. Duties and Liability. The Trustees shall adhere to the Standard of Care required by the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act. That is, a Trustee or Officer of the corporation shall discharge the duties of that position in good faith and with that degree of diligence, care, and skill which an ordinarily prudent person would exercise under similar circumstances in a like position. In discharging those duties, a Trustee or Officer, when acting in good faith, may rely upon the opinion of the corporation's counsel; upon the report of an independent appraiser selected with reasonable care by the Board; or upon fmancial statements of the corporation represented to the Trustee or Officer as correct by the Officer of the corporation having charge of its books or account, or as stated in a written report by an independent public or certified public accountant or firm of accountants fairly to reflect the financial condition of the corporation. Section 2. Self-Dealing Transactions. Except as approved in Section 3, the Board shall not approve a self-dealing transaction. A self-dealing transaction is one to which the corporation is a party and in which one or more of the Trustees has a material financial interest, or a transaction between the corporation and one or more of the Trustees, or between the corporation and any person in which one or more of its Trustees has a material financial interest. 14 �Section 3. Approval. The Board of Trustees may approve a self-dealing transaction if the Board determines and documents that the transaction is in the best interest of, and is fair and reasonable to, the corporation, after reasonable investigation under the circumstances, determines that this corporation could not have obtained a more advantageous arrangement with reasonable effort under the circumstances. Such determinations must be made by the Board, in good faith, with knowledge of the material facts concerning the transaction and the Trustee's interest in the transaction, and by a vote oftwo-thirds of the Trustees present, without counting the vote of the interested Trustee(s). Section 4. Loans. The corporatio~ shall not make any loan of money or property to, or guarantee the obligation of, any Trustee, Officer, employee or agent; provided, however, that the corporation may advance money to a Trustee, Officer, employee or agent of the corporation for expenses reasonably anticipated to be incurred in performance of assigned duties, so long as such individual would be entitled to reimbursement for such expense absent that advance. Section 5. Disclosure. Trustees shall disclose the material facts as to any relationship or interest relating to contracts, programs, policies or other transactions that may be considered by the Board. A transaction may nonetheless be approved, as provided in Section 3 of this Article. ARTICLE XII DEDICATION OF ASSETS Section 1. Dedication of Assets. The properties and assets of the corporation are irrevocably dedicated to the charitable and educational purposes as articulated in the mission of the corporation. No part of the net earnings, properties, or assets of the corporation shall inure to the benefit of any private person or individual, or any Trustee or Officer of the corporation. Section 2. Allocation ofEndowment(s) Proceeds. The interest proceeds of any and all endowed funds assigned to the support and future development of the corporation shall be allocated based on an annual spending plan developed by the Budget and Finance Committee, reviewed by the Audit & Investment Committee and approved by a 2/3rds majority of the Board of Trustees of the corporation. Section 3. Unforeseen Circumstances. The annual spending plan must also set forth conditions under which principal may be expended. Any time principal is to be expended, the following must occur: a) the Board must determine that extreme and immediate extenuating circumstances exist and b) a unanimous vote of the full membership of the Board of Trustees approves the expenditure. 15 �ARTICLEXIll ADMINISTRATIVE MATIERS Section 1. of July in each year. Fiscal Year. The fiscal year of the corporation shall begin on the 1st day Investment Policy. The Trustees shall adopt and oversee an Investment Section 2. Policy that shall provide for careful and prudent investment of the corporation's resources. Permanent Records of the Corporation. The corporation shall keep at its Section 3. principal office the original or copy of its Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws as amended to date, which shall be open to inspection by the public and Trustees at all reasonable times during office hours. Upon leaving office, each Officer, employee or other Agent ofthe corporation shall tum over to the successor or the Board Chair, in good order, originals of such corporate monies, books, records, minutes, lists, documents, contracts or other property of the corporation as have been in the person's custody during the term of office. On written demand of the corporation, any Trustee may inspect, copy, and make extracts of the accounting books and records, record the names and addresses ofthe Members entitled to vote, and the minutes of proceedings of the Members, the Board, and Committees at any reasonable time for a purpose reasonably related to the Trustee's interest as a Trustee. Any such inspection and copying may be made in person or by the Trustee's agent or attorney. ARTICLE XIV AMENDMENTS Section 1. Modifications. The Board of Trustees of the corporation at any regular or special meeting may adopt, amend, or repeal bylaws by the affirmative vote of2/3rds of the Trustees present if notice setting forth the terms of the proposal has been given at least 10 and no more than 60 days prior to such meeting of the Board of Trustees. These Bylaws were adopted as and foL the Bylaws of a Michigan nonprofit corporation, /Zt.-- day ofSeptember, .2000. . by action of the incorporators on the . ~ ~huJt--.~ arbara A. M1eras, Incorporator 16 �LANOI\ 69117.3 ID\SDM 17 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50156 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/afd8eb0690e9a17538238f104eb9a16e.pdf ece32ca95c12758978f7ff094ed406f7 PDF Text Text NOV 2 0 2000 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION November 16, 2000 Kyle Caldwell Executive Director MCSC P.O. Box 30015 Lansing, MI 48909 Tbe Center for Charitable Giving Dear Kyle: Thank you for returning the Letter of Agreement establishing the donor-advised Engler Family Fund within the Capital Region Community Foundation. I've enclosed a signed and dated original for your files. With the signing and return of this agreement, the Fund is official, subject to the minimum requirement contingency as specified in the Letter of Agreement. This means that donors to the Fund are now entitled to a federal tax deduction as well as the Michigan Tax Credit. In order to receive these benefits we recommend (for simplification in the event a donor is audited) that checks be made out as illustrated below. Mr. and Mrs. John Smith 1212 Jones Lane Lansing, M 48909 212 Date: Pay to the Order of: ~E~O $ Caoital Region Community Foundation ____~T.~h=e~E~n~g~le=r~~~am~il~v~F~u=n=d~---J Januarv I 200/ $1.000.00 John Smith Note: Additions to the Engler Family Fund may take many forms from cash to insurance policies to highly appreciated stocks. The Foundation will consider any type ofgift, which quite often is a financial advantage for the donor as well as he Fund. To keep you in touch with financial activity within the Fund, you will receive geriodic "status reports. I would suggest that between now and the fulfillment of the $10,000 fund requirement minimum, that all Fund correspondence and reporting be sen to you, as Executive Director ofMCSC. At the point this requirement has been met, I wi11 begin communicating directly with Mrs. Engler. 6035 Executive Drive • Suite 104 • Lansing, Michigan 48911 517-485-1630 • FAX 517-485-1 636 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Community-Foundation-Engler-Fund Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting Community Foundation Engler Family Fund Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting Community Foundation Engler Family Fund. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50157 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/2959a5575c9d4d340ffde2459dc30468.pdf a59e58c4525db5255c1b5957cd740e70 PDF Text Text 2000 Fall A publication of the ConnectMichigan Campaign and the Michigan Community Service Commission FIRST YouTH LEADERSHIP FoRUM HELD AT MSU By Gerry Mutty Executive Director of the Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns Providing an opportunity for young people with disabilities to gain skills needed to develop and achieve civic, academic and career goals was the purpose of a forum held recently at Michigan State University according to Douglas Howard, director of the Family Independence Agency. leadership training program based on leadership by example; successful adults with disabilities serve as mentors during the Forum. The program was coordinated by the Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns (MCDC) Pictured is the first class of the Michigan Youth Leadership Forum (MYLF), a program designed by MCDCIFIA to establish new leaders sensitive to the issues and needs of people with disabilities. Twenty-five high school students with disabilities from 15 counties in Michigan came together to take part in the first Michigan Youth Leadership Forum (MYLF), July 16-20, 2000, on the MSU campus. The MYLF is a and the Family Independence Agency, in conjunction with representatives from 25 other agencies. Commission Chairperson Lydia Graber said, "The goal of this Forum is simple; develop tomorrow's disability leaders RussELL MAwsv NEw Mcsc CHAIR Long time philanthropist and proponent of community service, Russell Mawby, was named Chair of the Michigan Community Service Commission by Governor John Engler. "Russ Mawby's reputation as a leader and mentor is well known throughout Michigan and I can't think of anyone who is more qualified to lead Michigan's service and volunteerism efforts," said Governor Engler when he announced Mawby's appointment on August 14,2000. Dr. Mawby follows First Lady Michelle Engler who remains an active member of the MCSC. "As I step down as chair of the Michigan Community Service Commission with some sadness I am also optimistic because I know I am leaving the Commission in good hands." (cont'd on page 6, see Mawby) (continued on page 4, see MYLF) VOLUNTEER CENTERS OF MICHIG~N ~ Michigan Nonprofit Association Council of MICHIGAN FOUNDATIONS �"There is always something that a person with a disability can do." Cathie Yeloushan TECHNOLOGY IMPACTS QUALITY OF LIFE NATIONAL SERVICE A combination of access to technology and personal comfort levels toward people with disabilities has an impact on their quality of life. According to an advocacy organization in Jackson that has helped level the playing field for 75 years for people with disabilities, this is particularly true if you are an employer. "The unknown factor and comfort levels prevent some people in the business community from hiring people with disabilities," said Karen Prater, director of DisAbility Connections, citing that the unemployment rate among people with disabilities is between 60 and 70 percent. Prater believes that making technology and adaptation devices more accessible to people with disabilities allows them to mainstream, which has an impact on how people with disabilities are seen, which in turn helps people adjust their comfort levels. At DisAbility Connections, (formerly Handicapped Children & Adults and United Cerebral Palsy) Prater, her staff and volunteers provide people that have disabilities with skills that can lead to self-sufficiency, selfconfidence and employment. Prater said that a misperception exists among employers that the cost of special accommodations is high. ENCOURAGES EvERYONE To SERVE Computers with special equipment and adaptations as shown in this photo allow people with limited dexterity and mobility to use computers. "An employer may feel that adaptation devices are going to be very expensive when in actuality, those adaptations may be less than $500.00 a person," she said. Cathie Yeloushan agrees that technology increases the potential for employment for people with a disability and can have a strong impact on the quality of life for a person with a disability. "It helped me tremendously," she said. Ms. Yeloushan has Cerebral Palsy which makes writing difficult. Ms. Yeloush an has been doing data entry and bookkeeping for the agency for 15 years and insists that the computer helps her a great deal in getting her job done. She reminds us that "There is always something a person with a disability can do." For information about DisAbility Connections (formerly Handicapped Children & Adults and United Cerebral Palsy) call (517) 782-6054. 2 Michigan's AmeriCorps is working to recruit persons with disabilities in its work to build stronger communities. Working with a number of human services agencies, the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) is developing a plan to use creative partnerships, media messages and cutting edge technologies to recruit and place persons with disabilities in Michigan's AmeriCorps programs. This plan is being underwritten in part by the Corporation for National Service. The MCSC, its partners and its grantees will assess current sites to ensure accommodation-friendly environments, recruit programs to work on issues important to the Disability Community and provide information on AmeriCorps in accessible formats . For additional information regarding this or other MCSC initiatives, please contact the MCSC at (517) 335-4295 or visit the MCSC website at www.state. mi. us/ career/mcsc. ·- �"Barriers must be broken." Susan Witt, Tip of the Mitt: Michigan's AmeriCorps CIRCLE oF FRIENDS CoNTRIBUTE To SuccEss We turn our heads, we cross the street, we pretend not to see them. These are behaviors we display to people with physical disabilities not because we don't care, but because we are uncomfortable or don't know what to do when face-to-face with a person with a disability. Susan Witt and Teresa Trudeau, colleagues at Tip of the Mitt: Michigan's AmeriCorps program, believe those behaviors are based on misperceptions. Witt, director of the program, believes the best way to eliminate misperceptions is to make people w ith disabilities visible in the community. "Until people with disabilities are visible in the community, people will never fully understand how much a person with a disability has to offer." Susan Witt, Tip of the Mitt: Michigan's AmeriCorps In this program, each AmeriCorps member recruits volunteers to be companions to individuals with developmental disabilities. By doing this, members increase the community's knowledge and understanding of people with developmental disabilities by involving them in community activities and by developing a "circle offriends" for the individual. The circle offriends concept is central to the program design. Volunteer friends recruited will remain companions even after the AmeriCorps members' teim expires. "Until people with disabilities are visible in the community, people will never fully understand how much a person with a disability has to offer," said Witt. "We are trying to help everyone with barneyb@s tate.mi. us. r----------------------------------------~ I I I I I I I Whars In A Name? An individual doesn't have to be an insensitive person to say something insensitive. Below are excerpts from the brochure Whars In A Name? distributed and created by the Family Independence Agency/Michigan Commission on Disabilify Concerns. Please clip this out and keep it handy or share it with someone you think could use a refresher course on I II I I proper terminology. Appropriate terms are in blue. immediately followed by the inappropriate terms in red. Person with a disabilify. Disabled person, cripple, crip, gimp. Person who has mental or physical disabilities. Disabled victim, unfortunate victim, invalid, abnormal, deformed. Person without a disabilify. Normal, complete, whole. Person who has a mobility impairment; wheelchair user; or a person who uses a wheelchair. Wheelchair bound; confined to a wheelchair; wheelchair victim Person with quadriplegia; paraplegia, person who is paralyzed, or person who uses a wheelchair. Quad, quadriplegic, paraplegic. I I Person with a mental illness or disability. Mental deviant, crazy, insane. Person with mental retardation; Retard, feebleminded, mentally deficient or defective. Person who is deaf or hard of hearing; Deaf mute, deaf and dumb, hearing impaired, hearing disabled. Person with a brain injury. Brain damage. Person of short stature, dwarf, little person; Midget. Person with arthritis. The arthritic. Person with Down Syndrome. Mongoloid. L----------------------------------------~ 3 �"We need to develop the next generation of leaders in the disability community. .. the MYLF provides a erect o ortunit to be in that develo ment." Ger Mutt , Executive Director, MCDC MYLF (continued from front page) today." She added, "The Forum was a huge success. Mentors, as well as students, were asking to come back next year!" Disabilities Act, employment, assistive technology, education, community living, and "How a Bill Becomes a Law." "Students are encouraged to take on leadership roles not only with disability groups, but also with civic groups in government and in business," said Mr. Howard who commended the program as innovative and the first of its kind in Michigan. The intensive five-day program included sessions on disability history, the Americans with Among the highlights of the MYLF was a mock debate in the House Appropriations Room in the State Capitol. Students carried on a spirited and well-thought-out debate on an issue which they had selected as a group. "I learned much more about myself, that I have the courage to do this. Before I would have never participated in a debate," commented Erin Shannon, a student delegate from Midland. "We need to develop the next generation of leaders in the disability community," said Gerry Mutty, Executive Director of the Commission. "The MYLF · provides a perfect opportunity to begin that development." Students attended the MYLF free of charge, thanks to the generous contributions of General Motors, the President's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, iCan, Inc., the Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council, and several other state and private agencies. For more information about MYLF or the MCDC call (517) 334-8989. STUDENT PUTS HEART IN THE HEART OF WEST MICHIGAN Weighing in at two pounds when he was born and legally blind since he was one month old, Josh Thome says his Cerebral Palsy adds to his determination. According to Josh, he takes on different challenges and activities because they have helped him broaden and develop his skills. Skills that he applies to every aspect of his life. For almost eight months, Josh has volunteered one day a week at the Heart of West Michigan United Way in Grand Rapids where he assists in many areas of the organization. Beyond being an exemplary volunteer, Josh is also extremely athletic. He partici- Josh Thome (left) was nominated by Rene Palileo (right) for his exemplary work at the Heart of West Michigan United Way where Josh has volunteered weekly for eight months. pates in the Cerebral Palsy /Les Autres Sports Association Victory Games. This is Josh's 11th year competing in the CP /LA Victory Games. He is a member of the Grand Rapids Eagles-a team made up of people with disabilities-and competes nationally in cross country and track. 4 The staff of Heart of West Michigan United Way have welcomed Josh's ethic of hard work, but more importantly his caring heart. In each issue of the CMNL, an outstanding volunteer is recognized. If you would like to nominate an outstanding volunteer, contact Maria Santana at (517) 335-7951 or garciaml@state.mi.us. �"It is estimated that as many as 20 percent of the population have some kind of learning disability." Herb Yamanishi, Learning Disability Association of Michigan LD: THE HIDDEN DISABILITY By Herb Yamanishi, Learning Disability Association of Michigan Commonly referred to as the "hidden disability" a Learning Disability usually affects people with average or above average intelligence who are unable to perform up to "normal" expectations. Learning Disabilities (LD) are disorders manifested by significant difficulties in the acquisition and use of listening, speaking, reading, writing, reasoning, or mathematical abilities. LD's have distinct characteristics and should not be confused with mental retardation, autism, deafness, blindness and behavioral disorders. It is estimated that as many as 20 percent of the population have some kind of learning disability according to recent research studies conducted through the National Institute of Health on reading disabilities. Learning Disabilities are a lifelong condition and may manifest themselves in different ways. While there is no "cure" for LD, people can compensate for their difficulties with appropriate intervention, support and accommodations. The Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan (LDA of Michigan) seeks to enhance the quality of life for all individuals with learning disabilities and relies on its 2,200 members to meet its mission. Parent volunteers have enabled the organization to sustain itself since 1965. LDA of Michigan volunteers provide education and training, advocacy and support services, as well as fund raising and direction with regard to research. Volunteers also develop and operate the chapters of the organization in Washtenaw County and West Michigan. Volunteers advocate in public schools on behalf of students, serve on the Board of Directors and provide consultation and support to parents of children and adults with Learning Disabilities. This article was submitted by the Learning Disability Association of Michigan. For additional information about LOA of Michigan, contact Herb Yamanishi at 888-597-7809 or 517-485-8160 or e-mail ldami@aol.com. Volunteers play a substantial role in providing services to persons with Learning Disabilities and their parents. Special Needs; Special Fun Reflections of a Promise Fellow For Karie Donaldson, working with youth and adults that have special needs has been one of the most rewarding experiences since becoming an AmeriCorps Promise Fellow. "Being an AmeriCorps Promise Fellow has given me several opportunities to participate in and organize activities that benefit youth, particularly children that are emotionally mentally impaired (EMI)," said Ms. Donaldson. She is particularly proud of one EMI class that developed a mentoring relationship with younger EMI children. Another opportunity includes working with Special Olympics. "Area Six Special Olympics allowed me to coordinate events and teach youth to train athletes for local and state competition," she said, adding "It has been a very gratifying experience to witness the athletes become gold medalists and the teens become confident that they had made a difference and that they too were winners." 'l:h~re have been many experiences but Ms. Donaldson sums it up like this: "Fulfilling America's Promise has allowed others and myself to assess the true value of individuals in our community." For more information about AmeriCorps Promise Fellows contact Beth Barney at the MCSC at (517) 335-7952 or e-mail barneyb@s tate. mi. us. 5 �-r MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION GEORGE W. ROMNEY BLDG. , 4TH FLOOR 111 S. CAPITOL AVENU E LANS ING , Ml 48913 FIRST CLASS MAIL U.S. POSTAGE PAID LANSING Ml PERMIT NO. 1200 www. websi"tes/u/canluse For great information connect to the following websites: Advocacy, Inc., www.advocacyinc.org Cornucopia of Disabili1y Information/http://codi.buffalo.edu/ Department of Justice American's With Disabilities Act Special Report/www.usdoj.gov Disabili1y & Business Technical Assistance Centers/www.adata.org/dbtac.htm Fostering Diversi1y in your Volunteer Program/http://www.cybervpm.com/divers.htm Individuals with Disabilities Education Act/www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/IDEAI Individuals with Disabilities Can Contribute, PDF resource/Author: RobinVue-Benson/http://umn.edu/-serve/ res/mono/srvrvlnl.pdf learning Disabilities Association of Michigan/e-mail/ldami@aol.com Michigan Commission on Disabili1y Concerns FIA/www.mfia.state.mi.us/mcdc/mcdc.htm Presidenrs Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities/www50.pcepd.gov/pcepd Mawby (cont'd from front page) Russ Mawby is also chairman emeritus and trustee of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Mawby served as a program officer, vice president, CEO and Chairman of the Foundation during his 36 year tenure. A former professor at Michigan State University, he later served as a member of MSU' s Board of Trustees, which he chaired in 1995. Mawby was appointed by Governor Engler to the Lieutenant Governor's Children's Commission from 1995 to 1996. While serving as CEO and chairman of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, Mawby was instrumental in the formation of the MCSC. Clinton Focuses on Disability Community "I am honored to be asked by the Governor to serve," said Mawby. "The Michigan Community Service Commission has a solid reputation for bringing people together to serve their communities. I look forward to continuing the fine work of Michelle Engler, a tremendous leader in this field ." In a visit to Flint's Disability Network on September 21, President Clinton said he would explore ways that Medicare and Medicaid might pay for assistive technology, and he pledged $9 million in grants to send 1,200 AmeriCorps volunteers out to teach disabled and underprivileged children how to use the Internet. For information about the Michigan Community Service Commission call (517) 335-4295 or visit the MCSC website at www.state.mi. us/career! mcsc. 6 For more information on the Disability Network call (810) 742-1800. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. 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Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50158 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/5e561d78a468af3329ab66f095aa6d4b.pdf 7fb40edb05844770217c1d3c624bfbda PDF Text Text JOHN ENGLER , Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing , Telephone : FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave. Bldg ., 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Executive Committee Julie F. Cummings, Michelle Engler, Russell G. Mawby, Vivian Pickard, Terry Pruitt FROM: Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director RE: Executive Committee Meeting of 11/17/00 DATE: November 20, 2000 /1- On November 17, 2000 the Executive Committee meeting was held via conference call and included Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) Chair, Russell G. Mawby; Vice Chairperson, Terry Pruitt; Commissioner Vivian Pickard and Executive Director, Kyle Caldwell. Commissioner Engler and Commissioner Cummings were unable to attend. The agenda included five review and two approval items. Each is explained in the order they were addressed (see agenda attached). Review of latest staff recommendations for MCSC future goals and direction. (See document distributed at September 13, 2000 meeting.) The committee concurred with the staff recommendations included in the Future Goals document and asked that the staff include a brief summary of the document to be distributed with the commissioners' packets for the 12/08/00 meeting. Discuss the ConnectMichigan Alliance The list of MCSC designees to the ConnectMichigan Alliance (CMA) board of directors was shared with the committee along with a list of the names appointed by the other partnering organizations (see list attached). Committee members were informed that the kick-off of the CMA campaign would take place during a short program added to the Michigan Nonprofit Association lOth Anniversary Celebration on December 19, 2000. Commissioners will be receiving an invitation in the mail. The Campaign Leadership will consist of Julie Cummings, Michelle Engler, William Richardson. 06 PAINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER �Update on Volunteer Centers of Michigan response to staff recommendations for Volunteer Investment Grants. The MCSC received notice from three communities that they would not be participating in this year's Volunteer Investment Grant (VIG) program because of the burden that the increased match requirements placed on their organizations. Committee members were informed that the current enrollment of VIG grantees for the FY 2001 application process was nearly the same as previous years and that the modifications did not affect the overall disbursement of funds rate. What is not yet known is the impact on returning applicants. That issue will be studied in the staff's analysis of the program over the course of this fiscal year. Funding Modifications & Recommendations The staff requested approval for two modifications to the AmeriCorps application process for this fiscal year and approval for the latest VIG program applicants. These modifications needed immediate approval to develop and distribute the applications as soon as possible. The VIG approvals were needed to expedite the grant awards. Michigan's AmeriCorps a. Staff requested that the MCSC, through its latest Request For Proposal (RFP), announce that it is reserving the right to reduce or deny Michigan's AmeriCorps funding to any and all nonprofit organizations that currently receive direct national service funding from the Corporation for National Service. This modification is in response to the FY 2001 federal Health and Human Services budget that recently was approved by Congress and that sets aside over $26 million (in state designated funding) in unrestricted funding to support a handful of national nonprofit organizations. The Committee approved the modification. b. Staff requested permission to modify the grant management process to allow for a planning grant stage that would be available to new Michigan's AmeriCorps grantees. This grant would allow for $15,000 to be available for a 90-day period that allows for the development of the grantee's personnel, administrative and financial systems. Provided that the grantee meets or exceeds the performance measures laid out in the beginning of the application process, they would receive the remainder of the operational grant funds. Unsuccessful grantees would not receive operational funds, but would be supported by the MCSC program staff to aid in their preparation for start up in future years should they decide to proceed. The Committee approved the modification with a number of recommendations. • The staff should look into the funding processes used by other organizations to determine whether 90 days is sufficient time for the planning stage. • The staff should ensure that the specific performance standards and success benchmarks are clearly articulated in advance and that the applicants fully understand what is expected of them. • The staff should be restrictive in the allocation of planning grant resources and limit them to new applicants or those whose administrative systems would benefit from a planning stage. 2 �Volunteer Investment Grants After a peer and staff review of the new applications for FY 2001 and requested increases for FY 2000 funds, the staff recommended the approval of funding for 15 Volunteer Investment Grants. One applicant was not recommended for funding. Staff will work with the applicant to help them strengthen their application for the next funding cycle. The Committee approved the recommendations. Annual Performance Review of Executive Director The Committee was reminded that a performance review of the Executive Director was due. Commissioner Pruitt volunteered to oversee the process as he has done in years past. A survey will be distributed to the Commissioners with instructions and a return envelope. The process will be explained to the full Commission at the December 8, 2000 meeting. Agenda for December 8, 2000 Meeting The Committee reviewed the draft December 8, 2000 meeting agenda and modified the order by moving the Board Development Committee Report to the beginning of the meeting, including time for a presentation by General Motors (the host for the meeting), and by adding the Legislative Breakfast and future commission meeting dates to "new business" items. The meeting adjourned at 11:03 a.m. 3 �Michigan Community Service Commission Executive Committee Agenda November 17, 2000 I. Review of latest staff recommendations for MCSC future goals and direction. (See document distributed at September 13, 2000 meeting.) II. Discuss recommendations to the ConnectMichigan Alliance Board of Directors. III. a. Three MCSC designated positions b. Eight "at large" designated positions ConnectMichigan Alliance Campai~:n Leadership Meeting a. Save The Date! December 19, 2000. b. Short program added to the MNA lOth Anniversary Celebration c. Introduction of Campaign Leadership Julie Fisher Cummings Michelle Engler William Richardson IV. Update on Volunteer Centers of Michigan's response to staff recommendations for Volunteer Investment Grants. V. Funding Modifications (approval items) a. Michigan' s AmeriCorps Program b. Volunteer Investment Grant Program VI. Annual Performance Review of Executive Director VII. Review Draft of December 8, 2000 Agenda �ConnectMichigan Alliance Board of Directors (Commitments as of November 2, 2000) Name Representation 1. Michelle Engler, First Lady of Michigan MCSC 2. Terry Pruitt, Dow Corning MCSC 3. Julie Cummings, Lovelight Foundation MCSC 4. Edward Blews, Association of Private Colleges & Universities MNA 5. Anne Rosewarne, Michigan Health Council MNA 6. Carolyn Bloodworth, Consumers Energy Foundation MNA 7. Barbara Meiras, Davenport University MCC 8. Juan Olivarez, Grand Rapids Community College MCC 9. Eric Gilbertson, Saginaw Valley State University MCC 10. Aaron Cantrell, Volunteer Services of Kalamazoo VCM 11. Kathy Rossow, SW MI Volunteer Center VCM 12. Judy Tymowicz, Albion Volunteer Services Organization VCM Eight At Large Members Dottie Johnson (tentative) Large � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Executive-Committee-Meeting Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting executive committee meeting Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting executive committee meeting. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50159 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/84af046a018a351f96fe36d8dc0817fd.pdf 5e517d6ae69a45ecb6d7a18a5ac89116 PDF Text Text JOHN ENGLER , Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing , Telephone: FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave . Bldg ., 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Garry Gross, Director ofFinance & Administration Michigan Community Service Commission RE: Finance & Administration Division DATE: November 21, 2000 J.- vvf .OJ!: J The following is a brief update of the current issues facing the Finance and Administration Division. FY 2000 Budget We have now passed into the FY2001 budget year and squeaked by in FY 2000. We are still closing the books and will continue to refine the numbers through the end of December, but I can offer some general observations based upon my work during the end of year. We have spent 99% of our state general fund allocated ($558,000 out of $566,000) and actually had some money left in our federal administration grant. This was due to our Administrative Overhead Charges coming in lower than expected. The total for administrative overhead for the year was $220,000. We had been expecting the worst, $250,000 and had withheld certain expenditures to make sure that we could cover it. This unspent money is needed to cover the federal administration for the month of October. Due to problems with our federal authority (spending ability not actual funding), I am not able to do final adjustments to our federal grants at this time. I expect to have the auth01ity by the end ofNovember and will do fmal adjustments and will close out the grants by the middle of December. Administrative Overhead Charges For FY 2000, the final overhead charges were $220,000, below the Department' s mid-year forecast of$280,000 but $100,000 higher than FY 1999. I have confirmed with the Finance office that the administrative overhead charge will be around the same amount for FY 2001. While higher than we would like, it does allow us to budget for the amount prior to the start of the fiscal year. This is one of the costs of doing business and the increased number of staff, grants, and total dollars passing through the Conm1ission has helped to increase the number. The overhead charge is based upon time studies and personnel costs so as our costs and workload increases, so does the amount of time that MDCD spends on our projects thereby increasing the cost. �FY 2001 Budget Final numbers for our FY 2001 budget are still coming in. I hope to have a projected Commission budget breakdown for you at the Commission meeting, however many of our funds including private grants will not have fmal carryover numbers until the end of December. On another front, we are slowly finalizing our internal division budgets for FY2001. This will mark the first time that we have been able to break down the budgets in such fine detail and should help us in allowing all staff to take ownership oftheir expenditures. In addition, this year is the first that we have been able to look at previous years expenditures to help with the budgeting. New Office Space Due to the increased responsibilities and size of the Commission, we have been looking for a new location that can accommodate us. We are currently in negotiations to co-locate with the Lansing District office of the Michigan Rehabilitation Service (MRS) in a building on Lansing's south side. By co-locating, we are able to cut costs by using existing phone and computer network connections and move into a building that is set up with state of the art training and conference facilities. Final plans cannot be accomplished until MRS makes its final decisions on square footage and layout. We are hoping to be able to move into our new location by the end ofMarch, 2001. Personnel Matters We are currently in the process of filling the Learn and Serve program coordinator (Department of Education funded), the vacant outreach coordinator and a grants coordinator. If you have any questions or concerns that I can help you with, please feel free to call me at (517) 373-8028 or email at grossg@state.mi.us. 2 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50160 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/eecb8bf2719a8d8bf994ccbbe6b9b9f2.pdf d8d236604b04c18b2d8610408396c135 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION Comparative Financial Statement!FY 01 As of October 1, 2000 STATE FUN DS Budget Actual FEDERAL FUNDS Budget Actual PRIVATE FUNDS Actual Budget TOTALS Actual Budget REVENUES Current Year 8,000,000 8,000 ,000 Prior Year Carryove r 208,275 208 ,275 6,050,103 6,050,103 0 0 0 122,090 0 122,090 14,050,103 330,365 14,050,103 330,365 Total Revenues 8,208,275 8,208,275 6,050,103 6,050,103 122,090 122,090 14,380 ,468 14,380,468 Program Operational 7,208,275 5,000 0 5,268 ,077 4,897,677 175,350 10,000 0 0 12,486,352 180,350 4,897 ,677 0 Total Sub Grants 7,213 ,275 0 5,443,427 4,897,677 10,000 0 12,666,702 4,897 ,677 0 0 0 620 ,759 132,235 82,108 0 0 0 SUB-GRANTS OPER. EXPENDITURES SALARY & WAG ES Salaries/Wages Retirement Insurance 443 ,535 95,122 55 ,764 0 0 0 177,224 37,113 26,344 0 0 0 Total Sala ries/Fringes 594,421 0 240,681 0 0 0 835,102 0 Telecommu nications Utilities Other Services/Fees Mail and Postage Conf., Seminars Office Supplies/Pri ntin Data Processing Sup~ Rentals for Space Equip. Lease Misc. Other Travel Equipment MDCD Fees 12,350 0 6,250 50 ,600 11 ,000 39 ,079 0 102,000 1,800 0 30,500 20,000 127,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9,780 0 23,320 15,371 84,765 37,170 0 600 0 4,800 39,329 17,360 133,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,000 0 19,660 500 55,035 25,895 0 5,000 0 0 4,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 24 ,130 0 49,230 66,471 150,800 102,144 0 107,600 1,800 4,800 73,829 37 ,360 260,500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total CSS&M 400,579 0 365,995 0 112,090 0 878,664 0 8,208 ,275 0 6,050,103 4,897,677 122,090 0 14,380,468 4,897,677 8,208,275 1'1 52,426 CSS&M (Note #1) GRAND TOTAL Unspent Budget 122,090 Note #1 CSS&M is Contractual Services, Suppl ies, & Materia ls Dollar amounts of the financial statements are not final. Carryover amounts due to previous years close out and fi nal grant neg iotations may affect fi nal num bers. 9,482,791 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Financial-Statement Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting financial statement Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting financial statement. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50161 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/a8fcc43b3d54eacda0f505aa12cf541e.pdf c02d3e82f02f1037f140116493b1978f PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JOHN ENGLER, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing, Telephone: FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave. Bldg. , 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Se~-ice Commission FROM: Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director RE: Empowering the Executive Committee with Funding Approval DATE: 11122/00 ;c;-:.- The MCSC staff respectfully request that the members of the MCSC empower the Executive Committee to approve the FY 2001 Michigan's AmeriCorps Formula Application to the Corporation for National Service. The MCSC staff also suggest that the application be shared with the entire membership prior to the next meeting of the Executive Committee to provide opportunities for comment. Finally, the MCSC staff suggest that the full body review and approve the actions of the Executive Committee at the next meeting of the full body. The CNS AmeriCorps Formula application is due to CNS prior to the next proposed meeting of the full body, but after the next proposed meeting of the Executive Committee. Approval of the MCSC Members for CNS subgrant funding applications is a requirement of the provisions for CNS funding. However, CNS does not provide guidelines on grant application due dates until well after the MCSC has set its meeting dates. Until such time as CNS and the U.S. Congress are able to set more long-term deadlines, this will remain a chronic issue. PRINTED ON RECVClEO P-.M:R � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Funding-Approval Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting funding approval Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting funding approval. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50162 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/c1e918bd45e11a0cb16cb17081001295.pdf d5cdf74debddd9c28dff17685ca5a4fa PDF Text Text JOHN ENGLER, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing , Telephone: FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave. Bldg. , 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517} 335-4295 (517} 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director RE: Future Goals DATE: 11/27/00 CC: Friends of the MCSC ~~ Attached you will fmd the latest version of the "Future of MCSC" document which includes the specific goals, objectives and SWOT analysis as crafted by the MCSC staff at their 2000 Staff Retreat. Strate~ies The "Future of MCSC" proposes that the MCSC focus its operational energies on three basic strategies: 1. MCSC will be a grantmaking entity much in the same way as would a foundation. The MCSC would invest in models and initiatives that would further the strength of the field, but would refrain from building staffing and internal structures to operate these initiatives. The role of the MCSC would be to provide and/or broker support that incubates new ideas and new models with an eye toward sustainability through support through avenues at the local, state and national level. 2. MCSC will forge new partnerships that look as intensively within state government as outside state government. The workforce of the state of Michigan is vast as is its ability to touch the lives of others. The MCSC can help to recognize and promote the existing and future volunteer efforts occurring within state agencies. 3. MCSC will study, analyze and share its learning experiences with the rest of the world to advance the knowledge of the field. The MCSC has traditionally only provided evaluation funds and support to grantees for their own purposes. This resource will continue, but the MCSC will also look to providing impact data on different volunteer initiatives as well as those it funds. One example is to provide an 06 """'"""" R.ECYCl.£0 PAPER �annual report on the health of service and volunteerism in Michigan. Ultimately, this would breakdown indicators of volunteer infrastructure to a county by county level. Moving ahead with marketing and research involves the MCSC gearing up an effective and efficient marketing and research component. Again, this will not involve the MCSC building an entire new staff area. The MCSC will focus on contracting with existing partners and forging new ones to deliver these services. Certainly, the ConnectMichigan Alliance will be one of those that will be able to help in this area. To summarize, this documents crafts the future direction for the MCSC and focuses on the MCSC becoming a grantmaker that invests in, and incubates innovative service and volunteer initiatives. The MCSC will do this by allocating resources, forging and strengthening partnerships, and sharing information that can help communities promote service and volunteerism as an effective community problem solving mechanism. This document represents months of strategic planning that was inspired by three major factors: 1. The MCSC has been the fortunate beneficiary of the support and leadership of the current Governor and First Lady. Due to term limits, this may change as a new administration will begin in January of 2003 and might not demonstrate the same level of commitment to the work of the MCSC and its partners. 2. The MCSC is a relatively new organization in state governmental terms and has continuously operated as a "start up" organization. Evidence of this mode of operation include insufficient staffing, no physical space plan (the MCSC has been operating "rent free" since its creation in 1991), extremely limited written policy and planning documentation and no sustainability plan. 3. The recent development of the ConnectMichigan Alliance will force the need for some desirable yet rapid changes in the way the MCSC will do business in the near future. All of these factors were considered when crafting the attached strategy. This strategy was crafted to deal with these challenges and help the MCSC forge effectively forward into some new areas of support for volunteers. Conclusion In its most basic form, this document is a sustainability plan for the work of the MCSC. It proposes changes in the operations of the MCSC, but not the mission. The MCSC will still serve as a convener, catalyst and broker for the service and volunteer sectors. The MCSC remains dedicated to enabling all citizens, including youth, to engage in public problem solving through service and volunteerism. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Future-Goals Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting future goals Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting future goals. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50163 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6a2b1b61386735624dd55234b8f03573.pdf be0db4953968f93bf5d1ca0c03470ee7 PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission The Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan Revised November 17, 2000 �The Evolving Future of MCSC Sponsored Service and Volunteerism in Michigan: Continuing as a Catalyst, Convener and Grantmaker Michigan Community Service Commission Visioning for the Future Taking Stock with an Eye Toward the Future There are a number of indicators that demonstrate that this is a time of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great deal of work that can be done. Michigan has been on the front line of the national cause to make volunteering and community service a part of every citizen's daily life. Without reviewing the decades of human charity and philanthropic accomplishments this state has achieved, several milestones can be credited for this prestigious position. First, the vast number of individuals and organizations leading the cause including the late Governor Romney, our now Governor Engler, First Lady Michelle Engler from the public sector; the philanthropic community including the W.K. Kellogg Foundation and its leaders including Russell Mawby, Bill Richardson and Joel Orosz; the thriving network of community foundations ably represented by the Council of Michigan Foundations and its former president, Dorothy A. Johnson; and the continuing expansion of the volunteer centers, campus compact institutions and healthy nonprofits throughout the state represented by the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Together, but existing independently, these individuals and organizations have constructed an intricate and broad reaching infrastructure that supports service and volunteerism in Michigan. There are a number of indicators that demonstrate that this is a time of great prosperity, goodwill and collaboration within the volunteer and nonprofit sectors, but there is still a great deal of work that can be done . State funded volunteerism is at its highest in decades (if not in history). The state of Michigan provides nearly $23 million in state and federal funding to support volunteer related programming for youth, adults, families and seniors. Private funded volunteerism is made strong through the community foundations that provide services to every community in the state. Their strong network of young people work their philanthropy through the Youth Advisory Councils. A draft planning document developed by the Michigan Community Service Commission members and staff. Revised 11/17/00. �Local volunteers are connected with opportunities to serve through the volunteer centers that offer services in nearly 85% of all Michigan communities. Large scope programs like national service have taken root in Michigan with programs like Michigan's AmeriCorps that has positively impacted over 276,000 citizens in our state in 1999 alone. Colleges and universities actively are engaging their students, faculty and administrators in giving back to communities in which they operate through new interactive methodologies including academic service-learning. These are tremendous accomplishments that have built up over generations, but which have made quantum leaps in development in the last decade. Infrastructure is the framework we use to successfully engage and channel the passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. Beyond the individuals and the organizations we have healthy networks, large statewide events and structures, and targeted communication strategies that support and celebrate our volunteers. We call all of this, "Michigan's Volunteer Infrastructure." Sometimes it can be difficult to explain and define what we mean when we say, "Infrastructure." For those who work to develop it, infrastructure is literally that which gives structure, public definition and support to the good work of Michigan's volunteers and volunteer administrators. For those who are supported by it, infrastructure is multifaceted and complicated. Without a formal text to refer to, I will attempt to define it using four examples. • Infrastructure is the nonprofit organization, government agency or corporate giving program that advances the causes of volunteerism, service, civic engagement and philanthropy as a way of meeting local needs. • Infrastructure is represented by the times components of the volunteer sector come together to celebrate and learn what is done and what can be done better like the Volunteerism SuperConference, Grantmakers/Grant Seekers and Make A Difference Day. • Infrastructure is the voice that represents a particular philosophy for community problem solving and civic engagement or a serious need that is amplified through programs like the ConnectMichigan Campaign, America's Promise and Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. • Infrastructure is the stable, yet innovative, support organizations gain to further their missions that is leveraged by federal, state and local resources to support sustainable volunteer efforts. Infrastructure is represented in all of these examples and more. Infrastructure is the framework we use to successfully engage and Revised 11117/00 �To ensure that a sustainable and enduring force exists for solving our most vexing social issues, there needs to be a continuously driving force for the cause of "service to community" channel the passions and goodwill of Michigan's citizens. Michigan is often touted as the "Volunteer Infrastructure State" by peers and other organizations outside of our state. At the same time, while the organizations involved in the volunteer infrastructure in Michigan are able to point to what "it" is and what "it" does, these same organizations have difficulty explaining to those outside the infrastructure web, why exactly the infrastructure needs to be supported. Even the volunteers the infrastructure supports often do not realize that many of the grants, services and events that support their work would not be available were it not for the systematic and deliberate development of our state's volunteer infrastructure. Many do not realize the true impact and value our volunteer infrastructure can have on a community's ability to deal with local challenge. The vehicle (volunteer infrastructure), while in operation and functional , remains in the background in many communities as they struggle to address serious social issues. The profile of the Michigan Volunteer Infrastructure must be raised, praised and supported to ensure our future and the prosperity of the human spirit. This is a time of tremendous need and hardship for many struggling with breaking out of poverty, surviving the darkness of illiteracy, dealing with the helplessness of children without safe places and a good education, and the overwhelming despair of the homeless to name but a few social ills. Michigan's service and volunteer sector is working to address these needs through various streams of funding and programming. Among the nation's top 10 states in federal funding for AmeriCorps, the MCSC's $4 million for AmeriCorps leverages 25 additional volunteers for every stipended volunteer. Michigan boasts one of nation's five statewide nonprofit associations with a seven figure budget and hundreds of members. The interests of Michigan's community foundations are represented by the nation's largest regional association of grantmakers-CMF. Total assets equal over $1 billion, and in 1998, Michigan community foundations returned over $80 million to Michigan residents in the form of grants. Still, it can be argued that these resources alone cannot do it all, we (elements of Michigan's volunteer infrastructure) have not fully ensured that service to community is a genuine and universally held ethic and practice of every Michigan citizen. To ensure that a sustainable and enduring force exists for solving our most vexing social issues, there needs to be a continuously driving force for the cause of "service to community" by Michigan citizens and thereby raising the recognition and support of Michigan's volunteer infrastructure. To achieve this (based on what has been learned over the past two decades) here is what Michigan could do: Revised 9/13/00 �Michigan, by establishing a strong nexus for Michigan's volunteer infrastructure, can provide a focal point for the advancement of the field. Michigan, by providing a sufficient flow of flexible resources to the volunteer field, can test and incubate new assumptions, strengthen working models of positive community change and provide training and technical assistance to organizations and individuals that see service and volunteerism as useful mechanisms for problem solving. Michigan, by continuing to convene elements of our public, private, nonprofit and social sectors, can discover new ways to deal with our society's most vexing social, economic and educational issues. MCSCwill concentrate on its roles as a convener, catalyst and grantmaker. Michigan, by providing a voice to the nonprofit community, can more effectively impact public policy and highlight the utility of the nonprofit sector in advancing positive community enrichment. The MCSC, MNA and its affiliates, VCM and MCC are addressing some of these roles, each to their respective individual available resources an expertise. Unfortunately, these roles can overlap and create conflicts and competition, especially if more than one are part of any single organization. For example, MNA is an organization that advocates on behalf of and supports the interests of Michigan's nonprofit community. In addition, it has as part of its mission, the charge to promote volunteerism. MNA receives grant funds from the MCSC to support volunteer programs operated by its affiliates. At some point, MNA may need to take a controversial stand (to the MCSC and state government) on a public policy issue with which the MCSC disagrees. An organization cannot effectively challenge public policy on behalf of private organizations while simultaneously accepting public funds from the very agency it is trying to influence. Similarly, government is often bound by the inability of its systems to move swiftly and can be somewhat cumbersome in its ability to engage in detailed programming. Recently, the MCSC proposed creating a nonprofit 501 c3 to help make for a more agile organization that can be responsive to community needs. The creation of a nonprofit arm of the MCSC could have made for competition among MNA and MCSC-a deadly set of circumstances in the nonprofit sector. The question becomes, "How do organizations utilize the agility of the nonprofit sector, tap into the vast resources of government, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits?" Simple, compromise, specialize, and institutionalize. If MCSC and MNA follow this formula, they can truly strengthen volunteerism and make the infrastructure that supports it, permanent. Revised 11117/00 �Compromise MNA is willing to spin off its signature programming components (VCM and MCC) to reallocate its administrative resources and free it up to advocate freely on behalf of Michigan's nonprofits. MCSC is willing to spin off its field promotion initiatives that do not directly support its national service and state funded volunteer granting efforts. How do organizations utilize the agility of the nonprofit sector, tap into the vast resources of government, promote the effectiveness of volunteers and maintain a voice for Michigan's nonprofits ?" Specialize MNA will focus on its public policy, advocacy and member services elements of its mission. MCSC will concentrate on its roles as a convener, catalyst and grantmaker. Both MCSC and MNA will partner to create a third entity that will allow them to more, better and with a longer lasting impact. Institutionalize The Volunteer Alliance (Alliance) is a bold step in this direction The Alliance will house the Michigan Campus Compact, Volunteer Centers of Michigan while taking on several initiatives of the MCSC including America's Promise, the ConnectMichigan Campaign, Make A Difference Day and the Volunteer Recognition Clearinghouse. Supported initially by a $20 million endowment, the Alliance will not need to spend the vast majority of its human and financial resources garnering support for operational costs. Instead, the Alliance will serve as a permanent (or as long as it is needed) support vehicle for Michigan's service and volunteer infrastructure. Traditionally, infrastructure support and development has been a shared part of MCSC's and MNA's roles in the field . If the development of the Alliance is successful, much of the infrastructure promotion role will be devolved from the MCSC and MNA to the Alliance. This begs the question, specifically "based on what has been devolved and what has been retained that defines the future role of the MCSC?" If the infrastructure support role of the MCSC is devolved to the Alliance, there clearly still remains the issue of developing continuous flow if needed resources. The continuing supply of state governmental (and to the extent that we have any influence, federal) support of service and volunteerism in Michigan will continue. However, the MCSC's current structure is not properly defined nor adequate to support this new role. Change is needed. The MCSC has an opportunity to change by both expanding and contracting the functions of the MCSC- to spin off what is not at the organization's core mission and focus on what has shown to be its expertise. Revised 9/13/00 �Since our 1999 retreat, staff have been working on plans that show how the organization might revamp itself to be most useful to Michigan citizens, today and in the future given the current changing context. These plans are preliminary, but do lay out the mission, goals and objectives of the MCSC. In addition, these plans eliminate duplication, build support for new support mechanisms and build an incubation system whereby additional economies can be defined in the future. Much like a traditional philanthropic institution, theMCSC should seek to find the most effective and strategic way to expend (invest) the public's scarce financial and human resources for the public good Recommendations for MCSC's Future MCSC as a Grantmaker The MCSC should focus on its role and expertise as a governmental agency that utilizes its vast financial and human resources to effectively, proactively and efficiently disburse public funds to Michigan communities to enhance local problem solving through service and volunteerism. This will require a fundamental shift in this organization's thinking. No longer will the MCSC strive to start and maintain volunteer initiatives and support them in perpetuity. No longer will the MCSC work to be the promoter for the general service and volunteer field. In other words, the MCSC will no longer attempt to be "all things to all people, places and things." Nor will the MCSC merely fade into the background and act as a mere pass through organization for federal funds. Much like a traditional philanthropic institution, the MCSC should seek to find the most effective and strategic way to expend (invest) the public's scarce financial and human resources for the public good with an eye toward leveraging additional resources and measuring the key findings and results of those investments. Key principles for this new way of thinking are all focused around quality grantmaking practices. • Leveraging funds and other resources in support of volunteer efforts with an eye toward diversifying MCSC funding to ensure that communities and organizations are not overly dependent on a single source of support to achieve their stated goals. • Investing in demonstration models that point toward long-term solutions and can have long lasting positive effects while also helping the MCSC define sustainability as an expectation for all MCSC grantees so that there is a clear understanding as to the length and nature of MCSC support (What type of grantmaker do we want to be? When has our investment been enough and successful?). • The MCSC will serve as a catalyst for creative solutions and incubate creative solutions with the expectation that they will have a life outside of the MCSC once stabilized (spin off to the Alliance, for example). Revised 11117/00 �• Convening stakeholders to determining best practices and funding priorities (what issues should be targeted) for annual or long-term investments in service and volunteerism. • Measuring, investigating and evaluating results of MCSC investments and sharing the results for others to learn and emulate. In the following sections, we will define the various future roles of the MCSC in support of Michigan's volunteer sector. Each role is given a brief description of how it would operate in the current and future contexts then the specific mjssion and goals are defined. Finally, where appropriate, specific tasks have been assigned with some recommended outcomes. MCSC's Role as an Investor The investor role is not new, it has been one of the hallmarks of the MCSC. The investor role is not new, it has been one of the hallmarks of the MCSC. Today, the MCSC makes available two types of grant fundsnational service program support through the Corporation for National Service and the Volunteer Investment Grants funded through the state General Fund. These funds are distinct from each other in what their funding can be used for, but are similar in that they both require local matching. The matching requirements seem to build a level of local investment in the initiatives that these funding streams support, but what is lessor known is whether the local investment can have a long-lasting and sustainable impact. For example, with the VIG funds we do know that more than $2 million in local funds have been invested in local endowments to support local volunteer resource centers. This $2 million was produced by holding out an equal share of state funds as leverage. This program was and remains, the nation's only state-funded volunteer resource center endowment program. VIG is truly at the cutting edge. In a decade, we may know what type of long-term impact this will have on communities that worked with the MCSC to build these local funds. As a long-term investor, we believe that the MCSC needs to continue building the local funds in a way that both invests and leverages resources in perpetuity as part of a sound investment strategy. In the area of national service funding, the MCSC leverages volunteers. The grounding principle of the Michigan's AmeriCorps program has always been that we will use our stipended volunteers (AmeriCorps members) to leverage non-stipended volunteers (NonAmeriCorps members) to solve locally identified social issues. Revised 9113/00 �Today, for each AmeriCorps member supported through the MCSC, an additional 25 volunteers are generated. There may be other ways that the MCSC, as a wise investor, can leverage federal, state and local resources in support of Michigan's volunteers. By seeking out other potential investments, the MCSC can help communities diversify the support of local efforts and strengthen their ability to address chronic social issues with comprehensive and long term solutions. TheMCSC can also cut new ground by defining its investment strategy. The MCSC can also cut new ground by defining its investment strategy. For example, when should the MCSC's investment in a program, initiative or organization stop? To date, the answers have been, "When the funding runs out." or "When the applicant is no longer successful in its programming goals and objectives as defined by the federal or state funding source." While these answers are fine for a traditional government agency, they are hardly unique and certainly not creative. A creative solution might be that the MCSC lay out its investment strategies with stakeholders up front and let them know that MCSC's investment is toward an ultimate goal that, once reached, will end our financial support in lieu of other public or private resources. In other words, the MCSC will be looking to support local efforts towards local sustainability. For example, no other state commission has developed a comprehensive funding strategy for weaning grantees off of some or all of their AmeriCorps funding. Some states state that their commitment will be three years and nothing after that, while other continue their support indefinitely. What if the MCSC were to investigate what it is that makes a local AmeriCorps program work, test what is it that the federal funds do to make an AmeriCorps work, and then determine the best way to build effective programs while increasing local capacity to operate that program? This is exactly what staff did through a series of focus group discussions and analysis of our grants. The staff then determined that the local grantees could well afford to support the administrative costs of the AmeriCorps program, but not the member support costs (stipends, education awards, training, etc.). So, what if the MCSC were to gradually wean and shift its support of AmeriCorps programs from administrative functions to members support costs? As an investor, isn't it wiser to invest only just what is needed to achieve a goal and allow for the remaining resources to support more AmeriCorps programs? This type of strategic grantmaking (leveraging and brokering) could be part of the MCSC's future niche. Revjsed 11117/00 �Investor Vision The MCSC invests in innovative, effective, communitysupported volunteer initiatives that positively impact community needs. Goals MCSC invests in innovative, effective, communitysupported volunteer initiatives that positively impact community needs • Each of the MCSC funded programs, projects, and initiatives will successfully achieve the individual program goals by: - Providing the necessary training and technical assistance required for each program, project and initiative to be successful - Providing program monitoring and assistance to ensure that goals are met and that necessary resources are available. - Providing necessary resources to assess, create and provide for continuous improvement activities. • The MCSC will leverage funds to support new or expand current initiatives. • Each MCSC program area will have defined parameters for program funding. • The MCSC will have defined yet flexible funding priorities that are created through effective research, experience, trends and annual or biannual assessments. MCSC's Role as an Incubator/Catalyst As an investor, it is easy to place your resources somewhere that is safe and certain to provide a guaranteed return. Safe returns are stable, provide a level of comfort and an expected outcome. This type of strategy is normally what we see in government programs. These programs define a "cookie-cutter" solution to a complex and overwhelming problem then prescribe a funding formula that may or may not be sufficient to address the issue. Revised 9/13/00 �In the end, what was intended as a investment towards helping solve an issue, usually ends up causing new problems and agencies as communities become over reliant on state and federal funding while creating local complicated bureaucracies that later live only to perpetuate themselves. TheMCSC can, as a venture capitalist, invest in community proble1n solving models that teach ilnportant lessons that maybe transferable to other co1nmunities. New models are needed. Ever increasingly, local communities know potential solutions to their unique challenges and only need flexible resources to enact creative and responsible solutions. The MCSC can, as a venture capitalist, invest in community problem solving models that teach important lessons that may be transferable to other communities. The MCSC should seek ways to channel state and federal resources for use by local communities in this manner. In garnering these resources, the MCSC must seek ways to provide the greatest amount of flexibility to local communities while expecting the highest level of accountability of its grantees and of itself. While do so, the MCSC would clearly lay out plans that would incubate new models that, if necessary, would be sustained through other sources. A prime example, again, is the VIG program. Here, grantees are prescribed how to best utilize the state funds, but does require that the local investment be used as match in an endowment that can support future volunteer efforts. The MCSC can act as a catalyst for securing and creating this type of venture capital either through our comprehensive partnerships with other organizations or through development of new resources from the public sector. Revised 11/17/00 �Incubator/Catalyst Vision The MCSC establishes, identifies, and nurtures creative volunteer-driven solutions addressing community needs. Goals • Pursue a more circular and less linear approach to targeted issues - Identify trends and focus our expertise and resources towards these trends. - Consider annual involvement/targeting on at least one single issue or demographic (social issues, priorities, etc.) ... as the MCSC proceeds to create forums for dialogue, creative ways for collaboration and a context for healthy partnerships, we must also be aware of our past efforts and other's perceptions of those efforts. - Identify preexisting programs which have been successful - Promote the continued expansion of partnership at the state, national and local levels. • Empower individuals/organizations to create proactive, local solutions - Solicit creative solutions around identified issues - Develop better communication/working relationships with organizations that have already worked on various issues and with those resources. Help them with their work by way of service and volunteerism. Revised 9/13/00 �MCSC's Role as Convener for (Government Sponsored) Service and Volunteerism Stakeholders The MCSC can take the lead in helping promote and expand government sponsored service and volunteerism in Michigan both from the state and federal perspectives. The MCSC can bring resources, expertise and support to existing state agencies that utilize volunteers. The MCSC can bring together the various governmental agencies, nonprofits, faith based institutions, businesses and others to help provide a forum for productive dialogue, sharing best practices and collaboration. TheMCSC serves as a convener of diverse groups and individuals to assist in co1nmunity problem solving through service and volunteerism. As we look to providing this support, the MCSC has to be careful in how it proceeds. In the past, the MCSC has worked to take the lead in improving services to communities by changing how service and volunteerism are funded in Michigan. The MCSC took the lead in advocating the consolidation of national service funding by taking the position that the split of Corporation for National Service (CNS) funding between the MCSC and the CNS office in Detroit was counterproductive. The MCSC took the lead in working to bring local volunteer centers together with volunteer service through the Family Independence Agency and their local county agencies. Each of these examples had their merits, but also lead to a tremendous amount of controversy and distrust. While the intentions may certainly have been good, the process by which the end goal was to be reached was unsuccessful and lead to some unfortunate consequences. The MCSC was seen as power grabbing and not a neutral broker. Therefore, as the MCSC proceeds to create forums for dialogue, creative ways for collaboration and a context for healthy partnerships, we must also be aware of our past efforts and other's perceptions of those efforts. However, while some may always question our motives, this questioning should not deter us from our leadership responsibilities nor bar us from being an effective convening mechanism. Revjsed 11/17/00 �With this caution in mind, the MCSC can be an effective magnifier of state and federal resources in support of service and volunteerism in Michigan. Convener Vision ... the MCSC has always stressed aiding in local empowerment and local control which has encouraged staff to provide more public recognition to programs and individuals rather than to theMCSC itself. The MCSC serves as a convener of diverse groups and individuals to assist in community problem solving through service and volunteerism. Goals • Assist in supporting "government-sponsored" service and volunteerism in Michigan - Promote state government employees' involvement in local volunteer initiatives - Promote and encourage the use of best practices among state government agencies in using volunteerism as an effective community problem-solving mechanism. • Expand collaborative partnerships to reach the vision • Empower individuals/organizations to create proactive local solutions through service and volunteerism - Examine current relationships to identify new populations to encourage the use of service and volunteerism as a strategy Revised 9/13/00 �Example " Best Practices Guide" TheMCSC stakeholders recognize and appreciate the MCSCandits programs, projects, and activities. We recommend that the MCSC annually publish a best practices guide for quality service and volunteerism in Michigan that would be developed by the field through a series of MCSC sponsored dialogues. Outcomes would include a "Michigan Best Practices Guides" for service and volunteerism. The guides would be developed through focus groups, research findings , surveys and conferences that help to glean the wisdom of the service and volunteer field for organizations, especially those in state government, to voluntarily adopt as operating principles. Taking on the role of facilitating and publishing a best practices guide will require that first, the MCSC be in a position to help other state agencies examine their current volunteer management systems and share them with other agencies and nonprofit organizations .. Over time this process could lead to a publication (Michigan Standards for High Quality Service and Volunteer Programs) that could be used by state government or even the private sector. It could even help to define the lexicon of the field to provide more standardized language (for example, distinguishing between voluntary community service and court mandated community service). In the short-term, the MCSC would focus on its current funding relationships including CNS programs and Volunteer Investment Grants (VIG). MCSC's Promotion, Marketing and Research of Michigan Service and Volunteer Efforts More promotion of the MCSC and its programs to the public has been a constant struggle for this organization and a continual challenge for staff. On the one hand the MCSC has prided itself on its ability and willingness to engage in and form effective and non-territorial alliances and partnerships often with an overly modest approach. The MCSC is rarely self-serving in its approach and receives (and seeks) few public accolades for this work. The MCSC's literal interpretation of our catalyst role-aiding in the development of a process without becoming a part of that process- may have led to a lack of public awareness around the good work of the MCSC. Revised 11/17/00 ~ �It focuses MCSC's efforts and resources on helping others solve problems locally by providing factual and credible data. In addition, the MCSC has always stressed aiding in local empowerment and local control which has encouraged staff to provide more public recognition to programs and individuals rather than to the MCSC itself. On the other hand, the MCSC has worked to publicize the results of its efforts through America's Promise, the ConnectMichigan Campaign, the AmeriCorps logo and "signage" and various national days of service including Make A Difference Day. While all are very successful, this approach has done more to raise the profile of the service and volunteer field in Michigan and less to raise the profile of the MCSC and its grantees. All of this begs the question, does the MCSC need to be marketed? No. However, if the MCSC is to be an effective grantmaker it must: publish its funding priorities, communicate the rationale for the development of those priorities, celebrate the successful practices and failures learned from its funding, and promote the role of government in helping to promote service and volunteerism. Revised 9/13/00 �Marketing and Research Vision The MCSC stakeholders recognize and appreciate the MCSC and its programs, projects, and activities. Marketing Goals Develop a marketing strategy that: • Promotes who we are, what we do, and why we do it • Promotes what works for the MCSC's programs, projects, and activities. If we truly believe that people can effectively problem solve through service and volunteeris1n, we must prove it. • Publishes our research findings • Promotes new ideas incubated by the MCSC - Create tools for the field to promote the MCSC programs and concepts - Create "stories/snap shots" for stakeholders to use to promote the MCSC programs - Seek professional guidance - Examine language/pictures in publications so they are user friendly - Create "canned" (yet flexible) presentations for staff Revised 11/17/00 ~ �Research Goals • Undertake studies to demonstrate the impact of the MCSC programs, projects, and activities (long term, short term, annual) • Shape the future funding strategies of the MCSC through new and existing research (ties directly to investor goals) • Shape future MCSC initiatives through new and existing research (ties directly to incubator goals) theMCSC would research and publish data about the health, benefits and need for service and volunteerism in Michigan communities - Establish links to research organizations (Aspen) Examples Research and Publish What Works Adopting the model traditionally used by other state departments like the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). This model stresses public awareness around issues, facts and desired behaviors all promoted through traditional forms of communication (TV, print and radio ads) with a tag line that identifies the sponsoring state agency. In addition, we recommend that the MCSC and its work be marketed much as MDCH does through research and data dissemination. In other words, the MCSC would research and publish data about the health, benefits and need for service and volunteerism in Michigan communities as supported through state and federal funds while also researching the effectiveness of its own programs. This research would be packaged as user guides and annual publications to be utilized by other state and private human service agencies to target their resources and focus their programming. This model also aligns well with the aforementioned goal of MCSC as a grantmaker not directly delivering services. It focuses MCSC's efforts and resources on helping others solve problems locally by providing factual and credible data. This particular model also fits well with our plans for the Alliance as it becomes the mechanism by which much of the public awareness around service and volunteerism is completed and the MCSC (as a grantmaker) can provide the financial resources to make it happen as well as the factual data upon which Michigan's public awareness campaigns are based. Revised 9/13/00 �"Assessing the Health of Giving and Volunteering in Michigan" By engaging in this type of outreach, the MCSCcan provide a valuable resource and would be seen as an authority on service and volunteer efforts in the state and not just a pass through for state and federal funds. As an example, the MCSC could assign resources to annually assess the "health" of service and volunteerism in Michigan communities on a county-by-county basis. This data would be collected and analyzed by qualified researchers and act as an annual barometer for how, why and how often people volunteer and the needs of volunteer and volunteer oriented organizations. In addition, this data could act as a valuable tool for nonprofits as they seek support from local, state and national funders for volunteer initiatives. Each year the study might address a specific issue (education, health, safety, culture and the arts, etc.) that the volunteer resources of Michigan might target or examine. This approach of research and marketing of critical data is not new. Public health organizations have been engaged in this type of activity for years. Their work has made significant changes in human behavior including increasing immunizations against childhood illnesses, reduction in auto accidents and injuries with seat belt usage, and declines in deaths from breast cancer through early screening and intervention. If we truly believe that people can effectively problem solve through service and volunteerism, we must prove it. The only way we can prove it is to back up our claim with facts. The only way we can get the facts is through effective research. We recommend that we invest in developing and publishing that research. By engaging in this type of outreach, the MCSC can provide a valuable resource and would be seen as an authority on service and volunteer efforts in the state and not just a pass through for state and federal funds. Summary The ability of the MCSC to further its mission of enabling citizens to engage in public problem solving through service and volunteerism will be enhanced by it focusing on its expertise as an effective grantmaking entity. This is a shift from the MCSC's multifaceted role of supporting the promotion, advancement and profile of the volunteer sector to a more focused one where the MCSC seeks to make targeted investments with specific outcomes. This does not mean that the MCSC will abandon its convening, catalyst and broker roles . These roles will instead be redirected to support the grantmaking decisions of the MCSC. The MCSC can only do this because of the development Revised 11/17/00 ~ �of the Alliance and its ability to address the larger promotional and programming needs of the volunteer field. Together with the Alliance and our many other service partners, the MCSC will help to advance Michigan's volunteer sector to the next stage in its evolution and on to greater levels of sustainability. What's Our Capacity? This is a shift from the MCSC's 1nultijaceted role of supporting the promotion, advancement and profile of the volunteer sector to a 1nore focused one where the MCSC seeks to make targeted invest1nents with specific outcomes. The staff have completed a first draft SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis of the MCSC as it relates to the new goals and objectives articulated in this document. The results are attached (see SWOT Analysis of the MCSC) . The MCSC must take these elements into account as we form our future plans. Many of the initiatives and changes proposed will not significantly impact the size of the MCSC's core operational capacity, but they will require that the MCSC retool and gamer some additional financial resources and/or services. Much like many of the resources the MCSC brokers, the additional resources for these plans will be more directly focused on our grantees and external partners and not for internal administrative costs. The Alliance is an obvious example. While the MCSC may propose many activities and initiatives and programs, the work may actually be conducted by the Alliance or other partner. In this case, the MCSC will provide grants to support the work as opposed to creating a new element to the MCSC to handle the next new initiative. A brief overview of the draft budget is also attached as an illustration (see budget). These figures are not set in stone and are offered merely as reference points. In addition, these costs may or may not be incurred by the MCSC alone. Many of the functions may be taken on the Alliance once it is up and running. These are merely costs associated with all the aforementioned changes. Revised 9/13/00 �Next Steps Clearly, even if we are all in agreement that these are the proper goals to adopt in order to institutionalize service and volunteerism in Michigan, there is a great deal of work to be done to determine the costs, feasibility and resistance points of such plans. However, as pointed out with regard to the development of the Alliance concept, we must move while we have the momentum and the initiative. no one should expect that the suggestions for change offered in this document would happen right away, but it could. Finally, even if general agreement on these changes is reached it will take time to implement them and the MCSC may not transform itself any time soon. On the other hand, the Alliance may develop quickly, the national scene may take a new direction (funding for the Corporation could cease or be increased) and the state support could dwindle. Therefore, no one should expect that the suggestions for change offered in this document would happen right away, but it could. We should prepare ourselves for these inevitability's. Revised 11/17/00 ~ �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC Strengths Weaknesses •Board leadership •Staff •Teamwork •Executive Director •Partners •Reputation •Flexibility •State support •Economy •Buried in state government -Thinkers •Doers •New organizations •No baggage •Federal support •Foundation support •Structure •We are seen as a national leader •Service is trendy •Chairperson •Governor support •Technology •Organizational teamwork •Sense of humor •Diversity •Statewide community builder •Youth leadership •YES Ambassador •Money •Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellow •Innovation •Infrastructure •Systems (internal and external) •Technology •Space •Parking •Bureaucracy (state government) •Not seeing forest from the trees •Federal fund reliance •Strong personalities •Past history •Lack of research •Lack of staff •Lack of funding •Communication •Changing field •Not beginning with the end in mind •Buried in state government •Changes in elected officials •Economy •Rules and regulations •Time •Priorities •Lack of expertise (knowledge) •Not enough "celebrating accomplishments" •Lack of job security •Systems •Relationship state agencies •No clarity of vision •Too much field jargon •Staff turnover •Too many masters Revised 9/13/00 �SWOT Analysis of the MCSC Opportunities •Expand our role •Reestablish priorities •Better communication •Redefine ourselves •National networking •Focus on MCSC •Sustaining the work •Raising the profile of governor's role •Keeping YES Ambassador •Keeping Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellow •Engagement •Invigorate partnerships •Disseminate information •Build information base •More focus •New MCSC space •More strategic grantmaking •New populations •Raising profile of service •Raising MCSC profile •Community problem solving Revjsed 11/17/00 Threats •Lack of knowledge at national level •Elected officials •Loss of vision •Minutia •Loss of Commissioners •Space •Economy •Timing •Staff and board alignment with MCSC vision (Governor) •Morale •Becoming bureaucratic •Lack of technology/ equipment •Election •Inspector General •CNS structure and processes •Lack of staff support •Funding •Staff turnover •Regulations •Organizational "turf' issues •Existence •Current legislation (state and federal) •Poor communication •Motivation •Not becoming circular (silo's) •Becoming mundane •Compliancy •Encumbered by new and existing tasks �MCSC FY 2000 - 2003 Budget Increases Personnel - Grants Manager Salary & Benefits - Public Relations Mgr. Salary & Benefits Subtotal Research & Publications - Health of Volunteer Sector Dissemination FY 2000-2001 FY 2001 - 2002 FY 2002 - 2003 $ 65,000 .00 $ 65 ,000 .00 $ 65,000 .00 $ 195,000.00 $ $ 65,000 .00 130,000.00 $ $ 65 ,000.00 130,000.00 $ $ 65,000 .00 130,000.00 $ $ 195,000.00 390,000 .00 $ $ 5,000.00 $ $ 60,000.00 10 ,000 .00 $ $ 100,000.00 20,000.00 $ $ 165,000 .00 30,000 .00 5,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 75,000.00 $ $ 5,000.00 125,000.00 $ $ 10,000.00 205,000 .00 $ 10 ,000 .00 $ 30,000 .00 $ 30,000 .00 $ 70 ,000.00 $ $ 10,000.00 20,000.00 $ $ 40,000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 40,000.00 70,000.00 $ $ 90,000.00 160,000.00 $ 7 ,000.00 $ 15,000 .00 $ 20 ,000.00 $ 42,000 .00 $ 7,000.00 $ 15 ,000 .00 $ 22,000 .00 7,500.00 42,500 .00 $ $ 14,500.00 78,500.00 $ $ 1o,ooo.oo I $ 437 500.00 $ 50 ,000 .00 125 ,000 .00 175,000.00 1 008,500.00 - State Sponsored Volunteer Initiatives & Best Practices Catalog $ Subtotal $ Evaluation - Annual Aggregate Results - Annual Case Studies of Three Programs Subtotal - Total Meetings - State Unified Vision (Plan) Focus Groups & Conferences - Annual Best Practices in Government Seminars $ - - Community/Grantee Forums for Evaluation & Assessment of MCSC Performance Subtotal $ $ 2,000 .00 9,000 .00 $ $ 5,000 .00 27,000 .00 $ $ Promotion/Marketing - Annual Marketing Plan Development (Consultant) - Marketing Materials Subtotal Total $ $ $ $ 10 ,000 .00 25 ,000.00 35,000 .00 199 000.00 $ $ $ $ 20,000 .00 50,000 .00 70 ,000 .00 372,000.00 $ $ $ $ 20,000.00 50,000 .00 �FY 2000 - 2003 Budgets $450 ,000 .00 $400 ,000.00 $350 ,000.00 "C ... 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Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50164 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/a2badb795267314949d9d9c5a02e11a9.pdf eb39fb1aff960358cacabca0f043eb58 PDF Text Text MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MEETING DATES and TIMES FOR 2001 NOON - 4:00 P.M. * FRIDAY, February 9, 2001 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Lansing *MONDAY, May 21, 2001 Host and Location: Grand Rapids THURSDAY and FRIDAY, September 10 & 11, 2001 (Meeting and Retreat) Host and Location: (To Be Determined) FRIDAY, December 14, 2001 Host: Vivian Pickard Location: Detroit *Critical dates for program approvals MCSC - Executive Committee Meetings George W. Romney Building, 4th Floor Lansing, Michigan 10:00 a.m. - Noon Friday, January 5, 2001 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, April 20, 2001 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission *Conference Call from 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Friday, August 17, 2001 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Friday, November 16, 2001 Host: Michigan Community Service Commission Revised 12/8/00 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50165 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/6e2e25dabbea6262155f83f61a520b10.pdf 61f2d88fab6f14718b635747e5e4f999 PDF Text Text JOHN ENGLER, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing , Telephone : FAX: Chairperson Russel l G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave . Bldg ., 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Co~~y Se:-"~ Commission FROM: Paula Kaiser, Director ofProgr~ Michigan Community Service Commission RE: Staff Recommendations for Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows DATE: November 20, 2000 Michigan 's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows Background For FY 2001 , the MCSC has $194,994 in CNS funding to suppmi 18 Michigan' s AmeriCorps Promise Fellows for Michigan' s Communities of Promise. All of our current grantees were given the opportunity to renew their current fellow(s) position. In addition, other Communities ofPromise were invited to apply. The application guidelines were sent to all Communities of Promise on September 15,2000. A total of eight applications were received requesting $129,996 to support 12 fellows . The MCSC staff conducted a staff review of all applications. Applicants were provided written feedback that included any necessary revisions. All revisions were due to MCSC by November 3, 2000. The staff reviewed all of the revisions and makes the following recommendations: StaffRecommendations New Applicants 1)The staff recommends new Leeal Am~licant mg at the requeste d amount £or the £o11 ow Fun dine Fun dine Requested Recommended $10,833 Alpena Volunteer Center $10,833 $32,499 Ionia County Intem1ediate School $32,499 District Total $43,332 $43,332 ill 06 PfllNTEDON RECYClED PAPER app 1cants: Fellows Requested 1 3 4 �Renewal Applicants 2) The staff recommends renewal funding, at the requested amount for the follow applicants Fellows Leeal Applicant Fun dine Fun dine Reguested Recommended Reguested Council of Michigan Foundations $10,833 $10,833 1 Eastern Upper Peninsula Community Foundation $10,833 $10,833 1 EightCAP, Inc. $21 ,666 $21,666 2 Isabella County MSU Extension $10,833 $10,833 1 Marquette & Alger Counties' Promise: The Alliance for Youth $10,833 $10,833 1 Pathways to Healthy Living $21,666 $21 ,666 2 Total $86,664 $86,664 8 The MCSC still has six Promise Fellows available. Therefore, the MCSC is currently conducting another application process. The application guidelines have been sent to all Communities of Promise that did not apply in the first round. At least three communities have expressed an interest in applying. The Intent to Apply forms are due to MCSC on December 15, 2000 and the applications will be due on January 5, 2001. The staff will make their funding recommendations at the February board meeting. Page2 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50166 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/94dbd91f7934c8906d8db4d81b456eed.pdf 442cde39c611ac2d94d8f1520dfc823c PDF Text Text Michigan Community Service Commission September 13, 2000 George W. Romney Building, 1st Floor Lansing, Michigan 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. MINUTES MErviBERS PRESENT: Michelle Engler, Chair Victor Begg Mary Ellen Brandell Robert Collier Julie Cummings Nancy Lenz Russell Mawby Kathleen Keen McCarthy Jim Muir Randy Neelis Don Newport Patricia Ryan O'Day Kari Pardoe Terry Pruitt Ethan Weinstock Matthew Wesaw Ray West Kyle Caldwell, Ex Officio MErviBERS ABSENT: OTHERS: Karen Aldridge John Barfield Arthur Ellis Joel Orosz Vivian Rogers Pickard Meg Smith Geneva J. Williams Diana Algra, Family Independence Agency Honorable Governor John Engler Mary Estrada, Michigan Community Service Commission Mary Grill, Michigan Community Service Commission Garry Gross, Michigan Community Service Commission Paula Kaiser, Michigan Community Service Commission Mary Pfeiler, Corporation for National Service- Detroit Office Robin Lynn Schultheiss, Volunteer Centers of Michigan Sam Singh, Michigan Nonprofit Association Amy Srnitter, Michigan Campus Compact Jocelyn Yanda, Family Independence Agency �I. Welcome and Introduction - Chairperson Engler The meeting was called to order at 12:20 p.m. by Chairperson Engler. Chairperson Engler welcomed everyone to the meeting. II. Review of May 10, 2000 Minutes- Chairperson Engler Commissioner Neelis moved to approve the May 10, 2000 minutes. Commissioner O'Day seconded the motion and the minutes were approved. Motion passed unanimously. III. Standing Committee Reports A. Executive Committee- Chairperson Engler 1. Review of Executive Committee August 11, 2000 meeting Mr. Caldwell gave an overview of the summary of the August 11, 2000 Executive Committee meeting which was held via conference call. 2. Review of Executive Committee Report on Alliance a. Progress to Date Chairperson Engler stated that the Bylaws and Membership for the Board have been worked out. The Articles of Incorporation have been signed and are being processed. b. Presentation from Fundraising Counsel Monahan and Associates Mr. Caldwell stated that before getting into the Alliance fundraising that he wanted to introduced the MCSC staff. Mr. Caldwell explained that the working committee of the Alliance sent out RFP' s to different organizations to hire a group to handle the fundraising strategy for the new ConnectMichigan Alliance. After a review process the committee chose a group. Mr. Caldwell introduced Mr. Tom Monahan and Ms. Sandy Parrish from Monahan and Associates the firm selected through the competitive bid process. Mr. Monahan explained what, when and how Monahan and Associates are planning and what strategies they are planning on using to fundraise for the ConnectMichigan Alliance. Mr. Monahan explained how the ConnectMichigan Alliance will help to ensure the sustainability of important programs that strengthen the nonprofit sector, provide meaningful volunteer programs and services and improve our communities in Michigan. Achieving the endowment challenge will ensure that these important community-based programs continue in perpetuity. 2 �The ConnectMichigan Alliance will be funded, in large part, by an endowment created to ensure the long-term sustainability and development of new and innovative programs designed to promote volunteerism and service-learning throughout Michigan. The vision is to secure $20 million in endowment funds from two funding streams. The state of Michigan has challenged the private sector to match $10 million to initiate an endowment to continue the commitment to volunteerism in Michigan in perpetuity. The ConnectMichigan Alliance will expand volunteerism in Michigan by providing new venture grants to colleges and universities to increase volunteer opportunities in the classroom, and faculty fellow grants to increase research in service learning for the Michigan Campus Compact; creating more local community volunteer centers and additional volunteer opportunities for Volunteer Centers of Michigan; improving the Resource Library to assist in strengthening the capacity of nonprofit organizations; and increasing volunteer opportunities through Michigan's Promise and Make a Difference Day. Everyone will be asked over the next year to help raise the $10 million by either helping fundraise, donating time, donating money and spreading the word about ConnectMichigan Alliance. Mr. Singh explained that the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), Michigan Campus Compact (MCC) and the Volunteer Centers of Michigan (VCM) have been working with their boards and everyone is very excited and support the ConnectMichigan Alliance. Chairperson Engler asked how the commissioners will know what to ask for as a gift to the ConnectMichigan Alliance and what kind of support will Monahan and Associates provide. Mr. Monahan said that they will have materials and guide commissioners on who to ask and how to ask for donations and support. Mr. Caldwell asked Mr. Monahan to identify the big strengths and weaknesses of this project. Mr. Monahan stated that the number one strength would be what has been happening in Michigan over the past nine years in the field of volunteerism and the accomplishments the MCSC, MNA, VCM and MCC have had in the field. The biggest obstacle would probably be that the field has had good support, but not a broad base of support to the field. Mr. Monahan stated that we must eliminate the confusion in the field. B. Board Development Committee - Commissioner Pruitt 1. Election of Chairperson (approval item) Commissioner Pruitt stated that as a result of the resignation of the current chairperson Michelle Engler but who will remain as a member and in light 3 �of Governor Engler's appointment of Russell G. Maw by to the MCSC, the Board Development Committee nominates Dr. Russell G. Mawby to serve as Chairperson of the MCSC. Commissioner Muir moved to approve the Board Development Committee recommendation to appoint Dr. Russell Mawby as chair. Commissioner McCarthy seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Chairperson Mawby accepted the position and thanked everyone for their support. 2. Recommendations to Leadership Council (approval item) Commissioner Pruitt stated in accordance with the term limits policy adopted by the MCSC on September 24, 1999 and with the creation of the Leadership Advisory Council at the MCSC May 10, 2000 meeting, the Board Development Committee recommends the appointment of the following exiting commissioners to the Leadership Advisory Committee. They are Dr. Mary Ellen Brandell, Kathleen Keen McCarthy, James Muir, and Joel Orosz. Commissioner Pruitt moved to approve the Board Development Committee recommendation to appoint the exiting commissioners (Brandell, McCarthy, Muir and Orosz) to the Leadership Advisory Committee. Commissioner Collier seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Chairperson Engler and Governor Engler made special presentations to the exiting commissioners. Chairperson Elect Mawby made a special presentation to the Governor and Michelle Engler. The MCSC established the Engler Family Fund at the Capital Region Foundation in honor of Mrs. Engler's nine years as chair. Governor Engler gave Chairperson Engler a special proclamation for her nine years of service to Michigan. Governor Engler stated that the MCSC has grown much over the past nine years and has become a national leader in the field. Commissioner Pruitt stated that the Board Development Committee will be working with the Governor's Office to get new commissioners appointed to fill the exiting commissioners roles on the MCSC over the next few months. IV. Executive Director's Report- Kyle Caldwell A. Michigan's AmeriCorps (approval item) Mr. Caldwell gave an update on the AmeriCorps programs and their funding. Mr. Caldwell explained the staff recommendation that the funding requirements of the Michigan's AmeriCorps program be modified to allow for a required graduated match over a seven-year period starting after a program's third year of funding. The process would eventually lead to the MCSC support going only to the Member 4 �Support Costs of programs that have been included in the MCSC AmeriCorps portfolio for a total of seven years. Chairperson Engler asked if this would be a hardship on the programs? Ms. Kaiser explained that all the programs have been informed about the recommendations and have been given plenty of time to prepare their programs for this change. Chairperson Engler asked if this was a federal mandate or an internal mandate? Ms. Kaiser stated that it was an internal recommendation, but that it was a vision of the MCSC to help programs become less dependent on the MCSC and federal dollars and more dependent on their communities. Ms. Kaiser stated that a complete explanation of the entire process was in the Program Director's report. Commissioner Begg asked what happens to a program that is a great program but cannot cover the match that the MCSC requires? Ms. Kaiser stated that if a program was not able to meet the match requirements for a given program year they could ask for a waiver. A program can apply for a waiver as part of their application to the MCSC, but they would need to provide justification for the waiver. The MCSC will review and decide each waiver on a case by case basis. Commissioner Brandell stated that most grants are not given on a continuous basis and that this recommendation would be a step towards strengthening programs. Commissioner O'Day moved to approve the staff recommendations for the funding requirements of the Michigan's AmeriCorps programs. Commissioner Collier seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. B. Volunteer Investment Grant (approval item) Mr. Caldwell explained that the MCSC recently received a letter from the VCM requesting a modification to the Volunteer Investments Grant program. In response, the MCSC staff recommended the following: 1. The MCSC maintain the VIG graduated match requirements for the next funding cycle to test whether it is effective in advancing the goals and priorities of the program. 2. The MCSC not modify the VIG program requirements to include non-cash matches as it would run contrary to the goal of building financial endowments in support of local volunteer resource centers. 3. The MCSC should maintain the goals of establishing significant endowments while making VIG' s available to more organizations and therefore maintain the current grant minimum of $25,000 and maximum of $100,000. 4. The MCSC authorize the use of a limited portion of VIG funds to conduct a third-party analysis of the effectiveness and challenges of the VIG program to date. The results of the analysis will be used to determine: a. if the original assumptions upon which the program were based are correct; 5 �b. training and technical assistance needs of grantees and potential grantees; c. efficacy of the program; and d. what, if any, changes are needed to make the current program model more effective. Mr. Caldwell explained that with these recommendations, the MCSC hopes to address the concerns articulated by VCM' s members and provide some meaningful data to which we can formulate some useful strategies. Ms. Schultheiss explained that the members of the VCM wanted to express their concern regarding their ability to participate in future cycles of Michigan' s program using the current guidelines. In an effort to secure the continued success of the program, they respectfully request that the MCSC consider the following : • • • Establishing a local match level of 1: 1, regardless of past contracts; Recognizing documented in-kind contributions as match to the grant; and Lowering the minimum about to be requested to $15,000. The VCM members feel these steps would allow a significant number of Volunteer Centers to submit future applications for the program. Ms. Yanda suggested that maybe Michigan State University might be able to do the study. Commissioner Newport stated that in some ways the study has already been done in the letter from the Volunteer Centers of Michigan. Commissioner Wesaw moved to approve the staff recommendations for the programs. Commissioner Weinstock seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimous! y. Commissioner Collier made a motion for an amendment to the staff recommendations which states that there should be a cap on the cost for the evaluation of the program. The cap should be $40,000. Commissioner Newport seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. C. Inspector General's Report Mr. Caldwell talked about the Inspector General' s report on the Pre-Audit Survey of the MCSC. He stated that the Inspector General's final report was very troubling. It appeared that the Inspector General ignored MCSC staff responses and in effect said that the Inspector General's office could do what they wanted and how they wanted within the A-133 law. Across the nation, state commissions are getting ready to hire another CPA firm to look at this process and give their opinion about this process and whether it is both legal and valid. State commissions would then have an objective opinion. Over the next couple of years, the MCSC staff will be spending a great deal of time dealing and handling this issue. 6 �Commissioner Newport made a motion to empower the Executive Committee of the MCSC to handle the responses on the issues regarding to the Inspector General's report. Commissioner O'Day seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. V. Old Business- Chairperson Engler A. Staff Recommendations for the Future Direction of the MCSC Mr. Caldwell stated that a revised copy with edits and changes from the staff retreat had been added and asked commissioners to take it with them and review it as a draft working paper. He requested that if they have any questions, they should call him with their concerns and changes and that the full commission will take up this matter and vote on it at the December 8, 2000 meeting. VI. New Business A. Michigan Family Independence Agency Strategic Plan- Jocelyn Yanda and Diana Algra Mr. Caldwell announced that Ms. Diana Algra, a loan executive from the Michigan Family Independence Agency (FIA) has assisted the MCSC in preparing and submitting a Disability Plan to CNS to put together a disability program around national service programs. Ms. Yanda distributed copies and gave an overview of the FIA Volunteer Services Strategic Plan 2000-2005. Commissioner Cummings commended the FIA for all their hard work and commitment to the field of volunteerism. VII. Adjourn Chairperson Engler expressed her sincere thanks and appreciation to all commissioners, the MCSC staff, MNA, MCC, VCM, CMF and FIA who have helped to make the MCSC one of the top state commissions in the country. "The MCSC has come a long way and it's because of all of you in this room because of your commitment to service and volunteerism". "We should all be very proud of our commission." A copy of Chairperson Engler's remarks will be kept with the MCSC meeting minutes. Commissioner Newport made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Muir seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 2:50p.m. The next meeting will be December 8, 2000 in Detroit hosted by Commissioner Vivian Pickard. 7 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Minutes-2000-09-13 Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting minutes 2000-09-13 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting minutes 2000-09-13. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50167 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/04050d6677542c8301e66c0f86e67c05.pdf dc5d1276a2f8ce603bae9bed6244c9f9 PDF Text Text / Michigan Community Service Commission December 8, 2000 Renaissance Center, Ste. 3600 Detroit, Michigan 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. MINUTES MEMBERS PRESENT: Russell Mawby, Chair Karen Aldridge Eason Robert Collier Michelle Engler Christine Kwak Patricia Ryan O'Day Kari Pardoe Vivian Rogers Pickard Terry Pruitt Ethan Weinstock Matthew Wesaw Ray West Kyle Caldwell, Ex Officio MEMBERS ABSENT: OTHERS : John Barfield VictorBegg Julie Cummings Arthur Ellis Nancy Lenz Arend Lubbers Randy Neelis Don Newport Meg Smith Geneva J. Williams Diana Algra, Family Independence Agency Mary Estrada, Michigan Community Service Commission Mary Grill, Michigan Community Service Commission Garry Gross, Michigan Community Service Commission Gregory Hall, GM Corporation Camille Johnson, Lovelight Foundation Paula Kaiser, Michigan Community Service Commission Kevin Murphy, Corporation for National Service- Detroit Office Robin Lynn Schultheiss, Volunteer Centers of Michigan Sam Singh, Michigan Nonprofit Association �/ I. Welcome and Introduction - Chairperson Mawby The meeting was called to order at 12:30 p.m. by Chairperson Mawby. Chairperson Mawby welcomed everyone to the meeting. II. Board Development Committee - Commissioner Pruitt A. Welcome to new Commissioners Commissioner Pruitt announced that the members of the Board Development Committee were delighted to present two new members to the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC). Arend(Don) Lubbers is President of the Grand Valley State University and replaces the seat vacated by Dr. Mary Ellen Bran dell. Chris Kwak is Program Director of the Philanthropy & Volunteerism area of theW. K. Kellogg Foundation and replaces the seat vacated by Dr. Joel Orosz. Chairperson Mawby wel~he new commissioners to the MCSC. Chairperson Mawby invited everyon~o~ Metmd the restB aHS introduce themselves ter ~eryotre: B. Designation ofMCSC Board Members Delegates j(;J r:-Jm4----a!lr~ . LC~4) ~ Chairperson Mawby asked Commissioner Pruitt to tttlk aeettt the ConnectMichigan Alliance. Commissioner Pruitt explained loft!it tki£8 kas 888R J.its 8i Q.igQw,ssiQB Elft"' pt,. wh<ffrom the MCSC will serve on the Board of Directors for the ConnectMichigan 2 �Alliance (CMA). Commissioner Pruitt explained that Commissioner Engler, Commissioner Cummings and himself will be the MCSC designee for the Board of Directors. Commissioner Pruitt stated there were representatives from the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), Michigan Campus Compact (MCC), :;:,ct:;,ol~ Centers of Michigan (VCM). A complete list of the representatives ~nll!i 8e ...-iR H:=~acket. Commissioner Pruitt also stated that there~ 'I l' eight aHarge members appointed iftat: will represent other community organizations, 11'1~ III. Presentation by Commissioner Pickard ( /.W-l Chairperson Mawby introduce Commissioner Pickard and thander for hostin~CSC Commissioner Pickard welcomed everyone to GM headquarters and introduced Mr. Gregory Hall from GM who started the GM Volunteer PLU$ program. Mr. Hall gave an overview of the GM Volunteer PLU$ program which enables eligible employees to designate a grant from the GM Foundation to eligible organizations where employees volunteer their time. Mr. Hall stated the program has been a great success and is a global program. IV. Review & Approval of September 13,2000 Minutes- Chairperson Mawby Chairperson Mawby asked for any corrections or comments regarding the September 13, 2000 meeting.~ nJl!l+®btie~, Chairperson Mawby asked for a motion to approve. Commissioner Collier moved to approve the September 13, 2000 minutes. Commissioner 3 �Pickard seconded the motion and the minutes were approved. Motion passed unanimously. V. Standing Committee Reports A. Executive Committee- Chairperson Mawby 1. Review of Executive Committee November 17,2000 meeting Chairperson Maw by gave an overview of the Executive Committee meeting that was held on November 17, 2000 via conference call and explained that discussion on agenda items from that meeting which included staff recommendations for MCSC future goals, CMA, Volunteer Investment Grants, Annual Performance review of Executive Director and the Agenda for December 8, 2000 would be discussed later in the meeting in more detail. 2. Review of Executive Committee Report on ConnectMichigan Alliance a. Progress to Date Mr. Caldwell stated that CMA board of directors have been appointed and a copy of the list of the board is enclosed in the meeting materials. Mr. Caldwell updated everyone by stating that the Governor has 4 �-~~[5' ~4 Cf'J\A c_.J~ awarded a $10 million {rant <Wod tR.~ ~atsk fe' that will have to be completed by 2002. b. Articles of Incorporation/Bylaws Mr. Caldwell stated that the Articles of Incorporation have been signed and have been filed. The Capital Region Community ~ Foundation has agreed to host the endow~~/ :fhey W"rll handle all the private gifts to the CMA~ ~~ · Mr. Caldwell m~ b!.. ~ck-off of the CMA campaign ~would take place during a short program added to the MNA lOth Anniversary Celebration on December 19, 2000. All commissioners ~o attend. Mr. Caldwell explained that ~he CMA Campaign Leadership wi ~- s during the ~~t' fo .V:.::.. · (i.~#A.. - 7 I Mr. Caldwell explained that a preliminary date of January 23, 2001 has been set to bring together the CMA Board of Directors. On that da)j the Board will elect i?officers an~point the eight aWarge members and put together an agendaprt how this organization will come together. Mr. Singh explained how excited MNA is to be celebrating their lOth Anniversary on December 19, 2000. Mr. Singh stated that at 5 �that time they will be unveiling the CMA. Mr. Singh stated there will also be entertainment,fy the Capitol Steps. ~~~~ Mr. Caldwell stated that after the convening of the Campaign -t;: Leadershil?Jthe next step will be to figure out how we-move the CMA ahead. "Fm~~~~~;u:s.:~m4UUl.J~~JUQ:~lL. Chairperson Mawby stated that h~ry impressed with how fast w~ the CMA~ moving and asked commissioners to submit names of . . .. the Board of . -.c:). peop1e to be appomt to thetfat•1arge posttiOnSon Directors ~MA. Mr. Caldwell explained that Julie Cummings, Michelle Engler, ;m9 ~~ . , _1 -~~ William Richardson ~on the Campaign Leadership~)(list of the ~~~ ~ of the rest of the members ~ be sent out before the December 19, 2000 MNA event. VI. Executive Director's Report- Kyle Caldwell J Mr. Caldw,;,t the M~S1s:aff ~I their hard work tbey A.iiu '8 done during the ~ ""''f.clevelopHtg the CMA. )(specia?thanks to Commissioner Pruitt, Mawby, and Smith for ~ helping to make the Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Celebration a success again this year. ~~~ Mr. Caldwell gave a report on Academic Service-Learning whic~ a tremendously 6 �powerful teaching methodology that links students, teachers, parents and communities together through service &-t ~~sic:;y linked to the curriculum and learning objectives of a scho ~$13 millionfive-state initiative is beginning to work now and will be expanding to over 15 states over the next three years. :;_;;_---:-~;-~ - - - M,.. CJ.M ~ ~ Michigan, unfortunately, was not one of the states chosern b (~ .ulli:"'-N!.~H""" M the expertise and assistance of theW. K. Kellogg Foundation. The MCSC staff have created the Service in Education Resources and Vision (SERV) initiative. SERV will focus ' on developing effective public policy, demonstration projects, research and dissemination oflessonslearned. this initiative that will be administered in partnership with the Council of Michigan Foundation' s K-12 Philanthropy in Education Project. The MCSC will bring on a • coordinator some~ at the beginning of the calendar year. Commissioner Kwak stated that the W.K. Kellogg Foundation will ~ s~"~ support~~ with Cl. 'fJ'( $212,000 over jl1e three years. Commissioner Kwak talked about some of the different . programs that the W.K. Kellogg Foundation ~urrently supporting in the servicelearning field. -~ !C<, k,. Mr. Caldwell gave a overview of the MCSC Disability Plan. ~awarded the MCSC $150,000 in grants to coordinate, administer and 7 �oJ support a P.lan to recruit more programs and individuals from th ~\).~· 0 0 0 Q £'\ ~ v ilit ?;~ t? 1 unity and get ~more mvolved With our Natwnal Service Programs. Over the course of this year, 4 staff will work to ensure that the MCSC reaches out the Disability Community to ensure thatpm recruitment and placement of prog~/'\~d. members is in accordance with all laws relating to the Americans with Disabilities ~) and all other accommodations laws. ~ ~ Mr. Caldwell gave a special thanks to Diana Algra whe Ras { help~o develop several projects and grants at the MCSC during her tenure as a loan executive from the Michigan Family Independence Agency (FIA) and also thanked Jocelyn Yanda and FIA for their continued support to the MCSC. Mr. Caldwell talked about the MCSC vision and the commission's focus ~chi Xoiunteerfodscape. Mr. Caldwell explained that CMA is a prime exampl" afMi. th million endowment~upport it, will provide valuable services and support to ~ n 1\A ,._ S20 ...J fR.=; '(? Mc_c;f!s Michigan's volunteers well into the future. Mr. Caldwell stated while we work on Michigan initiatives ~must also work on the national landscape. Mr. Caldwell explained that the national landscape is being focused on youth as an important target gro~ 'f~ B:J~ services as well as a body of constituents. Mr. Caldwell stated that at the last kerica' s Promise JBee~ it was announced that the Younger Americans Act will be re-introduced in ~~ 2001. This bill will focus on the America's Promise goals through legislation and appropriations much in the same way that the "Older Americans Act" did for seniors in the previous Congress. 7 Mr. Caldwell explained that for FY 2001, the MCSC has $194,994 in CNS 8 ~ �funding to support 18 Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows for Michigan Communities of Promise. All.efmrr current grantees were given the opportunity to review their current fellow(s) position. In addition, other Communities of Promise were invited to apply. The application guidelines were sent to all Communities of Promise on September 15, 2000. A total of eight applications were received requesting $129,996 to support 12 fellows. Mr. Caldwell explained that the MCSC staff conducted a staff review of all applications. Applicants were provided written feedback that included any necessary revisions. These revisions were due to the MCSC by November 3, 2000. The staff reviewed all of the revisions and m~he following recommendations~ J-_ The staff recommenc¥t.new funding at the requested amount for the following applicants: The Alpena Volunteer Center for 1 fellow for $10,833 and Ionia County Intermediate School District for 3 fellows for $32,499. A motion to approve the staff recommendations for the new funding was made by Commissioner Wesaw and Commissioner Kwak seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. ~ The staff recommenql renewal funding at the requested amount for the following applicants: The Council of Michigan Foundations for 1 fellow for $10,833, the Eastern Upper Peninsula Community Foundation for 1 fellow for $10,833, EightCAP, Inc for 2 fellows for $21,666, Isabella County MSU Extension for 1 fellow for $10,833, Marquette & Alger Counties' Promise: The Alliance for Youth 9 �for 1 fellow for $10, 833, Pathways to Healthy Living for 2 fellows for $21,666. A motion to approve the staff recommendations for the renewal funding was made by Commissioner Wesaw and Commissioner K wak seconded the motion. Commissioner Collier abstained from voting on the Council of Michigan Foundations request. Motion passed unanimously. A Mr. Caldwell stated that the MCSC still h¥ six Promise Fellows available. Therefore, the MCSC- e~Rotoly conducting another application process. The MCSC staff will make their funding recommendation for these Promise Fellows at the February board meeting. Mr. Caldwell explained the staff recommendation for Michigan' s Volunteer Investment Grants increases stating that the staff would like the ability to approve these requests when they are received rather than waiting until the next .eeaffi ~or executive committee meeting. This would simply allow staff to expand the amount of the grant. Approving an increase to the grant amount would not change any terms or stipulations of the grant. The staff would only approve wo increase requests if funds were available and the grantee).B in good standing. Also, the increases would only be approved for grantees 4okttt lune fltioeftd' beeR> previously approved by the bmii'tt. 0~· ~~ ~ ). The staff recommend/ the ~mpower the staff to approve current and future grant increases for existing Michigan' s Volunteer Investment Grants. A motion to approve the staff recommendations for the increases to Michigan's Volunteer Investments Grants was made by Commissioner O'Day and Commissioner 10 - c~ �Weinstock seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Caldwell gave an overview of Ms. Kaiser's Program Division Director's Report and asked commissioners to review the report. Mr. Caldwell gave an overview of Ms. Grill's Outreach and Fund Development Ur r~ncH stated ~M the w~w.J Governor's Service Awards nomination form wilt be mailed out by Christmas and Division report. Mr. Caldwell highlighted ~ue ~w ?Wllk back to the MCSC by February 9, 2001,aQ8-Ms. Grill will be contacting commissioners to serve~ peer review~Mr. Caldwell congratulated everyone on Make A Difference Day (MDDay) in Michigan. On that day there were 84,901 volunteers participating in MDDay projects./ Mr. Caldwell stated thattfichigan Youth Progressive Action Council (MYP AC) is up and running again thanks to Jill ~~S<tl4 ~ Manlove @ttl'" YES Ambassador and ~youth commissioners, Kari Pardoe and mscro ~·~ ( Ethan Weinstock. Mr. Caldwell announced that the MCSC will be!Iiiliig a Youth • JJ_ (,(j ~ Cu._ Poster contest again this year.~unveilim!:..\'~.~</ilo4olll~b"n:"e at :~or's Service -41 Award Dinner. Mr. Caldwell explained that w~ Jv_ VJ a.~ . lssltil'tg i8f onsors for the Youth Poster contest. The cost is approximately $15,000~Caldwell introduced Camille Johnson from the Lovelight Foundation who was attending on behalf of Commissioner Cummings. Ms. Johnson explained that the Lovelight (,\(1...14 Foundation ,Pas' very happy to sponsor the Youth Poster contest over the previous ~~o.. ~/m~ . . ht Found at1on . will ~at• years and stated that the L ove11g ~r connruah~ for the Youth Poster contest this year. Ms. Grill stated that in January/he 2000 Poster along with Poster Contest materials for 2001 will be mailed out to schools all across Michigan. 11 �(~ Ms. Grill :tea ~ abo..t the MCSC Marketing Strategy ""f'f~at the MCSC realizPJt'"'the importance of defining its future marketing and public relations 1 ~_.. f/u..~'"" (. strategies based upon the new, focused direction of the MCSC. l ~ waJ ~ ~ JNe begin the Atr4,6 development of a marketing plan, ~looking to ~commissioners and other friends of the MCSC who have contacts and/or experience in marketing to assist us with this process. ~ _ J LJ! ATfJ~ _::r:P. :5£ ~h S· --= r#' -, 'ltJf:iJ!3 ,__~- -.. B. MCSC FY 2001 Budget Mr. Caldwell explained that Mr. Gross had distributed a on~age budget report along with his written report ott"nance and Administration Division. Mr. Gross gave a brief overview of the report. VII. Old Business- Chairperson Mawby A. Staff Recommendations for Future Direction of the MCSC ~approval itcnr]'" (~ Chairperson Mawby directed everyone to the twoi)summary on the MCSC Future Goals and asked Mr. Caldwell to expla~ the strategies. Mr. Caldwell stated that the "Future of MCSC" proposes that the MCSC focus its operational energies on three basis strategies. 1. MCSC will be a grantmaking entity much in the same way as would a foundation. The MCSC would invest in models and initiatives that would 12 �further the strength of the field, but would refrain from building staffing and internal structures to operate these initiatives. The role of the MCSC would be to provide and/or broker support that incubates new ideas and new models with an eye toward sustainability through support through avenues at the local, state and national level. 2. w~l The MCSC witrforge new partnerships that look as intensively within state government as outside state government. Th~ help to recognize and promote the existing and future volunteer efforts occurring within state agencies. 3. v)~ The MCSC~tudy, analyze and share its learning experiences with the rest of the world to advance the knowledge of the field. The MCSC has traditionally only provide~valuation funds and support to grantees for their own purposes. This resource will continue, but the MCSC will also look to providing impact data on different volunteer initiatives as well as those it funds. Mr. Cal~ll stated that this document is a sustainability plan for the work of the MCSCJt pr~J changes in the operations of the MCSC, but not the mission. The MCSC ~still serve as a c~ener, catalyst and broker for the service and volunteer sectors. The Mcsc:?iemaimfdedicated to enabling all citizens, including youth, to engage in public problem solving through service and volunteerism. A motion to approve the staff recommendations for the Future Goals of the MCSC was made by Commissioner Pruitt and Commissioner Wesaw seconded the 13 �motion. Motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Pruitt suggested that Ms. Grill look to local colleges to help in putting together a marketing plan. Commissioner Pickard also expanded on the idea that local colleges might be able to offer assistance at 4 no cost through interns. Chairperson Mawby suggested that the MCSC engage~a college in the developing of a marketing plan. VITI. New Business- Chairperson Mawby A. Empowering Executive Committee to Approve FY 2001 Michigan's AmeriCorps Formula Application tapprova1 item)' Chairperson Mawby asked Mr. Caldwell to expand on this item. Mr. Caldwell .l.j_ stated that the MCSC staff respectfully request that the members of the MCSC empower the Executive Committee to approve the FY 2001 Michigan's AmeriCorps Formula Application to the Corporation for National Service (CNS). The MCSC staff also sugges~at the application be shared with the entire membership prior to the next meeting of the Executive Committee to provide opportunities for comment. Finally, the MCSC staff suggestiat the full body review and approve the actions of the Executive Committee at the next meeting of the full body. Mr. Caldwell explained that the ii8S8B i"9r tw'il.ums v)P1)A (,L.. application~ fie~ the CNS AmeriCorps Formula due to CNS prior to the next proposed meeting of the full body, but after the next proposed meeting of the Executive Committee. Approval of the MCSC Members for CNS subgrant funding application is a requirement of the provisions for CNS funding. However, CNS does not provide guidelines on grant 14 �application due dates until well after the MCSC has set its meeting dates. A motion to approve the staff recommendations to empower the Executive Committee with funding approval was made by Commissioner Wesaw and Commissioner Collier seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. B. Process for Annual Performance Review of Executive Director Commissioner Pruitt explained that an annual performance review of the executive director is due ~ - Commissioner Pruitt explained that he and Mary Estrada will be working together to get the review form out to all commissioners and asked that they return the review form to him. C. Legislative Breakfast Chairperson Mawby suggested that since the MCSC has held a Legislative Breakfast in the past with much succes} t~he MCSC should hold another one because of all the new faces in the legisla~d it is a good way for the legislat~ to get to know the MCSC. Commissioner Pruitt stated that the MCSC should pair legislators with some of &- their home constituents_,fossib},V a AmeriCorps membra MCSC grantee so that they understand what activities are happee~ t~-s. This would give them a reason to be at the breakfast~ The MCSC sfteYld hand each legislator a ., 11 ~6JC~ brochure on the MCSC which would explain who we are and Ol:lf funding. Commissioner Aldridge stated that t'e.~~ectfo personalize the event which will 15 �make it important for legislators to attend on behalf of their cornmunities~e spo~~~s to help ;vith financial cost to get peopl~here. Commissioner Pruitt ~ ~ot~ha~e event on a Monday or Friday. ~ Ms. Schultheiss stated that several of the VCM stated that the travel time involved to come to the Legislative Breakfast for an hour or two was too costly and maybe the Legislative Breakfast could be conjunction with another event immediately following the Breakfast. Commissioner Aldridge asked if the Legislative Breakfast could be a reception during the Grantmakers/Grantseekers and Governor's Service Award event. Commissioner Pruitt stated that it is very important to keep in touch ? D. Approval of 2000-2001 Meeting Dates Chairperson Mawby asked commissioners to look over the dates for 2001 commission meetings. Chairperson Mawby announced one change for the Executive Committee meetings. The April6, 2001 has been changed to April20, 2001 . A motion to approve the MCSC 2001 meeting dates was made by Commissioner Collier and Commissioner Engler seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimous} y. 7 Chrurperson Mawby gave a special thank you to Diana Algra and gave her a special award 16 �for her commitment and dedication to the MCSC. Chairperson Mawby asked for public comment from all attendees. Several attendees offered personal comments. Commissioner Wesaw made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Pickard seconded the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 2:35 p.m. The next meeting will be February 9, 2001 at the George W. Romney Building, Lansing, Michigan. 17 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50168 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/dc430f1ff64ddf5e2c95c828da1ee66a.pdf 07019f6762144e01636298384ebcd0c0 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JOHN ENGLER, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing, Telephone : FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave . Bldg. , 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the MCSC FROM: Terry Pruitt, Vice Chairperson Chair of the Board Development Committee Nancy Lenz, Board Development Committee RE: Christine Kwak and Arend D. Lubbers DATE: 11122/00 The members of the Board Development Committee are delighted to present two new additions to the MCSC. Arend (Don) Lubbers is President of Grand Valley State University and is the longest serving college president in the nation. Dr. Lubbers replaces the seat vacated by Dr. Mary Ellen Brandell. Chris Kwak is Program Director of the Philanthropy & Volunteerism area of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. Ms. Kwak has been with the Kellogg Foundation for six years and has worked with the MCSC on its six-community service development initiativeMichigan CARES. Ms. Kwak replaces the seat vacated by Dr. Joel Orosz. Dr. Lubbers and Ms. Kwak are fine additions to the MCSC. Please join us in welcoming them to the MCSC. 06 f'RINTEDON RECYCL£0PAPER �Christine Kwak Program Director Philanthropy & Volunteerism W.K. Kellogg Foundation Ms. Kwak is a program director at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. She helps create and review Foundation prografpming priorities, evaluates and _:..,. recommends proposals for funding, and administers proj~cts. Ms. Kwak has been a program director in the Philanthropy and Volunteerism programming area at the W.K. Kellogg Foundati9n for over six years. Clinically trained as a child, youth, and family therapist, Ms. K wak has devoted much of her career to positive youth development, with a particular interest in youth service. Among her work at the Kellogg Foundation, she provides leadership in the field of national and community service, directs a five-year initiative on K-12 service-learning, and leads funding in the area of women's philanthropy. Ms. Kwak is the co-founder/co-chair ofthe Council on Foundations affinity group, Grantrnaker Forum on Community and National Service, and serves on various national committees in the nonprofit sector. Ms. Kwak earned her bachelor's degree in environmental education at the University of Illinois, Urbana, and her master's degree in social work from the University of Minnesota. 11100 �Arend D. Lubbers President Grand Valley State University Arend D. Lubbers, appointed President of Grand Valley State University in December, 1968, is the nation's longest serving college president; he will retire after 32 years in office on June 30, 2001. Lubbers was the youngest president in the country when he assumed the helm at Central College in Pella, Iowa in 1960. When he leaves office nexry~ar, it will be as the oldest. GVSU- with an emollment of 18,500 - is the cornprehens~Ye~ regional university for the second largest metropolitan area in Michigan. The univers_ity offers r:nore than 75 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. GVSU operates campus~s. in Allendale, Grand Rapids and Holland and continuing education centers in Muskegon and Traverse City. Don Lubbers has served higher education for six decades. He holds the BA degree from Hope College and the MA degree from Rutgers. He pursued doctoral studies at Rutgers and taught history at Wittenburg College. In 1959 he was appointed vice president for development at Central College and became president the following year. After eight years at Central College, he was invited to become president of GVSU, where he has remained ever since. Don is married to Nancy Vanderpol Lubbers, is the father of five and grandfather of three. The Lubbers make their horne in Grand Rapids. Don is currently serving his second term as chairman of the Presidents Council, State Universities of Michigan. He is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association 's Presidents Council, and was chairman of NCAA Division II from 1990-1994 and again from 1997-99. He holds memberships with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, the American Council on Education and the Michigan Education Trust. He has served on dozens of local boards and commissions, among them Spectrum Health, Grand Bank, the World Affairs Council and the Citizens League of Grand Rapids. During his presidency, GVSU has grown from a small college on a single campus into a comprehensive regional university with three campuses that .provide educational programs and seryices throughout west Michigan. Don is particularly proud of the university' s programs in engineering, the health professions and in international study, all of which grew out of initiatives he proposed. The establishment and expansion of the university' s campuses in Grand Rapids and Holland are recent initiatives that have made GVSU the state' s fastest growing university. 11/00 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50169 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/2f0895c89894d85d129fd502ad25ce7c.pdf 13ad73d48c289e59c15c7edb08bf8473 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JOHN ENGLER, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing, Telephone: FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave. Bldg ., 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members and Friends of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Kyle Caldwell, Executive Director RE: December 8, 2000 Meeting Materials DATE: 11122/00 /1-- Enclosed you will find the meeting materials for the December 8, 2000 meeting in Detroit where we will be: • • • • • • discussing the future goals of the MCSC, welcoming two new commissioners, discussing our progress on the Alliance, reviewing the budget, approving national service grants, and setting our future meeting dates. It's a full agenda. This will be the MCSC' s first meeting with a new Chair. Russ Maw by will be joined by our two new commissioners, Ms. Chris Kwak and Dr. Don Lubbers. Additional materials will be distributed at the meeting including a detailed organizational budget plus, reports from the Programs Division and the Outreach and Fund Development Division. I look forward to seeing you! 0. PAINTED ON RECYQ.£DP.t..PER � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. 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Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50170 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08 https://digitalcollections.library.gvsu.edu/files/original/8e59c3f307dc1ade71ba3c28b67a6f1c.pdf c843c68050eb4f8fe2918bc0955641e2 PDF Text Text STATE OF MICHIGAN JOHN ENGLER, Governor MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION 111 George W. Romney Lansing, Telephone : FAX: Chairperson Russell G. Mawby Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave . Bldg. , 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517} 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORDANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Mary Grill, Director of Outreach & Fund Development RE: Outreach & Fund Development Division Report DATE: December 8, 2000 The Division of Outreach & Fund Development (O&FD) is eager to begin its new focus of direct support ofMCSC programs. While this is transition is progressing, the O&FD staff continues to carryout their traditional and ongoing functions. Below you will find a brief summary of these activities. Make A Difference Dav in Michigan On Saturday, October 28 , 2000 history was made in Michigan! More volunteers than ever before registered with the MCSC and participated in Make A Difference Day (MDDay) activities in local communities: Volunteers - 84,901 Projects- 605 Counties - 80 Cities- 194 All registered participants, partner organizations and the commissioners received weekly MDDay Updates highlighting local projects and activities for several weeks prior to the event and a follow-up MD Day Update congratulating them on their efforts and highlighting the commitments Michigan volunteers made in local communities. An evaluation of the MDDay Planning Packet has been mailed to all registered participants to assist us with the planning for next year's event. �The MDDay Scrapbook will have two formats this year. One format will model previous year' s scrapbooks and include all of the press clippings and project summaries sent to the MCSC following MDDay. A limited number of this scrapbook will be printed and mailed to all registered MD Day participants. A second "scrapbook and tool kit" is being developed that focuses on information that can be utilized by local communities on an ongoing basis as they plan other community-based and national days of service such as Days of Caring, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, etc. This scrapbook will also contain some MD Day highlights and will be made available to the MCSC grantees, partner organizations and others who express interest or seek assistance with the development of one-day service projects. Michigan's Promise Attached you will find the most recent edition of The Link, a bi-monthly newsletter highlighting the statewide and local Michigan's Promise activities. The Link, which is designed and edited by Liz Clemenshaw the AmeriCorps Promise Fellow housed at the MCSC, is faxed to all Communities of Promise, Head Start Sites of Promise, Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows, and Emerging Communities ofPromise. The newest community in the process ofbecoming a Community ofPromise encompasses Grand Haven, Spring Lake and Ferrysburg and will be known as Tri-Cities' Promise. A kick-off celebration was held on November 14th at Grand Haven High School to introduce the community to the initiative and gamer their support and commitment. Over 75 people, including business leaders, government officials, nonprofit leaders, community volunteers and youth, participated in this event. The current Communities of Promise in Michigan are in the decision-making process to determine their level of their ongoing commitment to the Michigan's Promise effortspecifically relating to the Michigan's Promise Benchmarks. The MCSC, in conjunction with the Communities ofPromise, developed the benchmarks to acknowledge and celebrate the various levels of commitment of all communities involved in local Promise activities. These benchmarks are also designed to assist communities develop strategies and strengthen the framework oflocal Promise initiatives. (The Michigan's Promise Benchmarks are attached.) MYPAC Led by YES Ambassador, Jill Manlove, MYP AC is a re-energized, fully functioning standing committee of the MCSC. Many MYPAC Ambassadors organized or participated in Make A Difference Day activities in their local communities. Beginning in 2001 , there will be a MYPAC activities report included in the O&FD report. This report will be written by the MYP AC executive council with the assistance of Jill Manlove. Governor's Service Awards The 8th Annual Governor's Service Awards (GSA) are scheduled for Monday, May 21 , 2001 at the Am way Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids. The awards dinner will be held in conjunction with the Grantmakers/Grantseekers conference. The nomination form and GSA informational flyer are currently being printed and will be mailed just before Christmas so that they are in everyone's hands when they return from holiday vacations. The deadline for submitting a GSA nomination is Friday, February 9, 2001. �A maximum of five (5) finalists are selected in each of the 15 categories through a peer review process. I will be contacting commissioners in early January to encourage their participation as a peer reviewer. Youth Poster Contest Due to the great success of the 2000 Youth Poster Contest, the MCSC plans to host the event again in 2001. The contest theme and materials are being developed and will be distributed to the schools and youth-serving organizations in January. We are currently seeking sponsors for the 2001 Youth Poster Contest. ConnectMichigan The fall issue of the ConnectMichigan newsletter was distributed the last week ofNovember and focused on the volunteerism efforts of persons with disabilities. The winter issue is now in development and is scheduled for mailing in February 2001 and will highlight volunteer efforts in rural commliflities. MCSC Marketing Strategy The MCSC realizes the importance of defining its future marketing and public relations strategies based upon the new, focused direction of the MCSC. As we begin the development of a marketing plan, we are looking to our commissioners and other friends of the MCSC to assist us with this process. �The Link connecting Partners in Michtgan's Promise Volume 3 November 2000 The FORCE Makes an Impact on Saginaw Passing on the Ethic of Service By Connie F. Kreft, Special Programs Coordinator, Saginaw Community Foundation By Dulcey Garber, AmeriCorps Family Service Corps , Chippewa County FIA The youth advisory council of Saginaw Community Foundation , FORCE (Foundation Organized to Recognize Community Excellence), hosted over 60 youth from throughout Saginaw County for Make A Difference Day 2000. FORCE decided to move their third annual service project "Operation Sparkle" - a major cleanup of city entryways- to Make A Difference Day and to open up participation to other youth wishing to get involved. This decision was made , in part, in response to a request made by youth attending th e Spring 2000 Power of YO Uth conference for a "big youth community service project." What day better than Make A Difference Day? The Family Service Corps , part of Chippewa County's Commu nity of Promise , organized a Make A Difference Day project that involved over 2,200 K-6 students from all of the county 's elementary schools . FORCE, a council consisting of students in grades 8-12, organized a cleanup of six gateways in to the City of Saginaw. The 60+ volunteers, also 81h-12 1h grade students, worked on trash pickup, grass whipping, raking, sweeping, bagging, and more! This countywide project included classroom and assemb ly presentations about the meaning of Make A Difference Day , examples of different projects and events taking place aroun d the community and ways students could get involved. Thes e presentations helped show local youth what a big difference they can make in the community . Presenters talked to the students about the top three ways people can make a difference everyday -by being respectful, helpful , and caring towa rd one another. All students attending the presentation were given a ribbon with a tag that stated "You Make a Difference in My Life ." They were encouraged to think of someone who makes a difference in their life and give the ribbon to that person. FORCE provided all participa nts with a !-shirt, work gloves , tools , refreshments, and lunch . FORCE spent nearly $500 on rakes, shovels , brooms, and gloves that will be used again and again. The city transit system supplied buses to transport the student volunteers and advisors to the various sites . The City of Saginaw also provided trash bags and pickup for the project. By educating students on different aspects of community service and volunteerism , th e Family Service Corps members hope to spark interest and participation in projects among elementary students and their families . The Saginaw Community Foundation is the lead contact agency fo r Saginaw County's Promise . This county-wide Make A Difference Day project was such a success that the schools have asked the Family Service Corps to come back next year to speak again and help the students organize classroom service projects . Help A Neighbor Day in Delta County By Jackie Augustine , AmeriCorps Promise Fellow, Pathways to Healthy Living Delta Coun ty- County of 1000 Promises promoted Help A Neighbor Day as the Make A Difference Day effort in the area that involved over 13 projects , 350 volunteers that benefited more than 27 groups and individuals . Big Brothers Big Sisters of Delta County gathered youth and adults to decorate pumpkin bags , fill them with goodies and distribute them to a local nursing home. Over 30 youth from All Saints Church participated in a "Rake-n-Run" by raking yards and filling pumpkin leaf bags , which were left at the individual houses as Halloween decorations . A local salon, "New Image ," provided free manicures and pedicures to day care providers as a way of showing the individuals who care for our children that they matter. Delta County's local PTK Honor Society from Bay de noc Community College held a daylong Commitment Blitz gathering support from students, staff, and visitors to help fill needs identified at The Alliance Against Violence & Abuse and The Teen Parent Program. This effort was also part of PTK's national commitment to America's Promise. Over 130 commitments were gathered resulting in more See Delta County, page 2 than 10 loads of items donated to the programs . ~ llchigwn':~ . J~rctm.is~ nw ,\11\ ....... ,or\'uuch �MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE COMMISSION MICHIGAN'S PROMISE BENCHMARKS July 28, 2000 Michigan is blessed with a tradition of local communities caring for each other and working together to solve serious social problems at a local level. No place can this be more clearly demonstrated than in the commitment of local communities to care for and support their children. In 1997, following the President's Summit for America's Future and the development of America's Promise, Michigan's Promise was formed to assist local communities in bringing the Five Promises of America's Promise to children in Michigan (mentor, protect, nurture, teach, serve). The local response to this call has been outstanding. Over the past three years, 24 individual Communities ofPromise have been formed and made the commitment to positively influence the lives oflocal children with the Five Promises. These Communities of Promise have taken on many dimensions and various levels of commitment to the Five Promises. As the statewide convener of Michigan's Promise, the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) in conjunction with the Communities ofPromise, have developed the Michigan's Promise Benchmarks (MPB) to acknowledge and celebrate the various levels of commitment of all communities involved in local Michigan's Promise activities. These benchmarks are also designed to assist communities strengthen the framework and develop strategies to build local Promise initiatives. Active Communities of Promise in Michigan demonstrate their commitment by meeting all of the benchmarks outlined below in bold type. Current Communities of Promise will indicate to the MCSC their future direction by completing a registration form by December 29, 2000 and by fulfilling the benchmarks by August 1, 2001. If a current Community of Promise chooses not to focus on and achieve all of the benchmarks, but wishes to remain connected with the initiative, they may continue their commitment to Michigan's children as a Michigan's Promise Affiliate. Emerging Communities of Promise (those engaged with Arnerica's/Michigan's Promise for less than one year) are encouraged to meet the MPB within one year of receiving Community of Promise approval from America's Promise. The MCSC recognizes that there are many different approaches to implementation of each benchmark. Therefore, following each benchmark are exa~ples of practices that have proven to be beneficial to one or more Community of Promise in achieving the benchmark. These examples are suggestions not prescriptions. It is intended that Communities of Promise choose among the practices in each benchmark to best suit local needs. Other examples of practices and materials to implement each benchmarks are available from the MCSC. Additional ideas are always welcome. The Michigan's Promise Benchmarks will be reviewed by the MCSC and the Communities of Promise annually. �It can be documented that a specific, targeted number of new children receive all five promises each year. (This does not necessarily have to be a large number but it should be an accurate number that is provable.) This goal is evaluated and reset each year. Examples ofPractices Develop and implement a new after school program that provide activities around each of the five promises throughout the year. Track progress through attendance records and an activity calendar that highlights the five promise areas. Partner with a current after school program to enhance their curriculum to provides activities around each of the five promises. Track progress through attendance records and an activity calendar that highlights the five promise areas. • Increase the attendance to include new children at an after school program that has already been developed by the Community of Promise. Track progress through attendance records and an activity calendar that highlights the five promise areas. Orchestrate a partnership with youth-serving organizations to host several activities for the targeted youth around each of the five promises (e.g. Saturday Morning Club) throughout the year. Track progress through attendance records and an activity calendar that highlights the five promise areas. It can be documented that a specific number of children have been targeted to receive at least one of the five fundamental resources annually. This goal is evaluated and reset each year. Examples ofPractices Host a SAFE Night. Track attendance by having a participant sign-in sheet. • Partner with school sports teams, school clubs, scouts, etc. to host a Make A Difference Day project. Track participation through sign-in sheets and services or projects completed. • Host after school activities (meeting the "protect" promise) that do not bring the other four Promises to children. It can be documented that one community event is held annually to support local Community of Promise goals. Examples ofPractices • Partner on a community-wide youth summit that provides workshops topics in one or more of the five promise areas. Track the number of participants through registration and the success through an event evaluation completed by participants. 2 �Host a community forum to get input and feedback on current Community of Promise activities. Track the number of participants through registration and the success through an event evaluation completed by participants. Partner with family-oriented nonprofit organizations to host a "family night" with activities and workshops that support and encourage families of all kinds. (Or host another kind of event with community organizations that support local promise goals.) Track the number of participants through registration and the success through an event evaluation completed by participants. • Conduct a community-wide survey to gain information and feedback on current Promise activities and to gain insight for future direction. Publish the results of the survey including the goals and objectives set as a result of community feedback. It can be documented that a committee/task force meets at least quarterly to discuss progress toward the local Community of Promise goals. Examples ofPractices Develop and implement a Community of Promise Steering Committee that meets at least quarterly. Put the MCSC on your mailing list to receive agenda and minutes from these meetings. • Partner with a current committee (e.g. Multi Purpose Collaborative Body) to have the Community of Promise goals become a part of their efforts. Put the MCSC on your mailing list to receive agenda and minutes from these meetings. Partner with a nonprofit organization (e.g. YMCA) and develop and implement five subcommittees in each promise area to direct progress toward Community of Promise goals. These subcommittees would report to a standing committee of the partner organization. Put the MCSC on your mailing list to receive agenda and minutes from these meetings. Publish an annual assessment of the local Community of Promise using data supplied by the members of the collaborative. It can be documented that the community actively seeks commitments to support their Promise efforts and that at least five (5) commitments are secured each year. 3 �Examples ofPractices • Have local businesses make cash or in-kind donations to support promise activities (e.g. food, printing, advertisement, door prizes, etc.) Seek grants and corporate contributions to support the local promise infrastructure or specific promise activities. • Recruit volunteers from local business professionals to present workshops or participate in other activities around one of the five promises during after school programs, at youth summits, or other structured activities. Track the number of volunteers and volunteer hours contributed. • Recruit parent or other community volunteers to participate as mentors or to provide other support for Promise activities. Track the number of volunteers and volunteer hours contributed. *An America's Promise Community of Promise application has been registered and accepted by America's Promise and is on file at the MCSC. This only needs to be done once at the beginning of a community' s promise effort. To receive the America's Promise Community of Promise application, please visit the America's Promise web page at www.americaspromise.org and click on "how to get involved" or contact Mary Grill at the MCSC at 517/335-7875 or grillm@state.mi.us. Send a copy of your Community ofPromise application to the MCSC. *The community completes the America's Promise Report to the Nation and brief MCSC supplemental report and has it on file at the MCSC. The Report to the Nation is handled annually through America's Promise. A Report to the Nation form is sent to the lead contact in each community. This information must be completed and submitted to America' s Promise (with a-copy to MCSC) by a deadline established by America's Promise. If your community does not receive a Report to the Nation form by mid January each year, please contact Mary Grill at MCSC at 517/335-7875 or grillm@state.mi.us. Once per year in conjunction with the Report to the Nation, the Community of Promise must submit to the MCSC a brief supplemental report that requests information not highlighted in the Report to the Nation and is specific to the Michigan's Promise Benchmarks. This supplemental report will be distributed to Communities of Promise by the MCSC. This will not be cumbersome or a duplication of Report to the Nation. (The first report will be due in conjunction with the Report to the Nation 2001 and will document local progress toward the Michigan's Promise Benchmarks. However, communities have until August 1, 2001 to be on board with all benchmarks.) 4 �MICHIGAN'S PROMISE AFFILIATE Communities wishing to be involved in Michigan's Promise activities on a smaller scale, can do so by upholding the benchmarks outlined below. Michigan's Promise Affiliates will remain connected to the national America's Promise initiative, but may not have access to all Michigan' s Promise resources. *An America's Promise Community of Promise application has been registered and accepted by America's Promise and is on file in the MCSC office. This only needs to be done once at the beginning of a community' s promise effort. To receive the America's Promise Community of Promise application, please visit the America's Promise web page at www.americaspromise.org and click on "how to get involved" or contact Mary Grill at the MCSC at 517/335-7875 or grillm@state.mi.us. A copy of your Community of Promise application is on file at the MCSC. *The community completes the America's Promise Report to the Nation and has it on file at the MCSC. • The Report to the Nation is handled annually through America's Promise. A Report to the Nation form is sent to the lead contact in each community. This information must be completed and submitted to America 's Promise (with a copy to MCSC) by a deadline established by America' s Promise. If your community does not receive a Report to the Nation form by mid-January each year, please contact Mary Grill at MCSC at 517/335-7875 or grillm@state.rni.us. EMERGING COMMUNITIES OF PROMISE Communities that are considering involvement with America 's/Michigan's Promise may contact Mary Grill at the MCSC at 517/335-7875 or grillm@state.rni.u·s for assistance with the process of registering with America's Promise. Once a community has completed the process with America's Promise to become a Community of Promise, they have one year to meet the Michigan's Promise Benchmarks. If they choose not to fulfill all of the benchmarks within one year, their involvement with Michigan 's Promise will be as an Affiliate. *Benchmarks denoted with an asterisk(*) must be completed as written. 5 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. 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Mawby 111 George W. Romney Lansing, Telephone: FAX: Executive Director Kyle Caldwell S. Capitol Ave . Bldg ., 4th Floor Michigan 48913 (517) 335-4295 (517) 373-4977 MEMORANDUM TO: Members of the Michigan Community Service Commission FROM: Paula Kaiser, Director of Programs Michigan Community Service Commission RE: Program Division Director' s Report DATE: December 8, 2000 Happy Holidays from the program staff of the MCSC! Listed below is a program division update for your review. Michigan's AmeriCorps Michigan 's AmeriCorps Orientation/Celebration We held the statewide Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Orientation/Celebration on November 13, 2000 at the Lansing Center. Nearly 400 AmeriCorps members from across the state registered to attend the event. The event included not only Michigan's AmeriCorps members but national direct members, VISTAs, and Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows. I would like to thank Russ Mawby, Terry Pruitt, and Meg Smith for their participation in the event. Although the evaluations have not been officially tabulated, the preliminary results show the event was a success. Special thanks go to MCSC staff members Beth Barney, Michael Freeman, and Michelle Metzmaker for all their effort in planning and organizing the event. Michigan's AmeriCorps Member Council This year we are proud to have 24 members serving on the Michigan ' s AmeriCorps Council. The purpose of this Council is to act as a planning committee for AmeriCorps events, assist in the development of a Michigan's AmeriCorps newsletter, and serve as a liaison between members and the MCSC. In addition, members will have the chance to network with each other, build a forum for corpsmember exchange and develop relationships with other programs P<IINIEOON RECYC l ED P~P€11 �Program Division Director's Report Page 2 throughout the state. The first meeting took place on November 14, 2000 and expanded to include representation from both State and National Direct programs, VISTA and the Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows. The next meeting will be January 21-23, 2001 in Roscommon, Michigan. Representatives are responsible for meeting several goals in the 2001 year, including: Assisting in the coordination of two statewide Signature Service Projects. Individually conducting two outreach sessions to promote AmeriCorps in their communities. Initiating and planning one local service project. Producing the statewide AmeriCorps newsletter twice throughout the year. Michigan 's AmeriCorps Application Process 2001- 02 Although many of our 2000-01 Michigan's AmeriCorps programs just started in September, it is time to begin thinking about the application process for 2001-02. After reviewing our current portfolio and where they are in their three-year funding cycle, MCSC staff have determined that we have approximately $3 million to fund new AmeriCorps programs for FY 2001 -02. Organizations will be notified of the availability of funds for new AmeriCorps programs the week of December 18th. The MCSC will host two technical assistance session the week of January 15th. One session will be held in Lansing and the other will be held in Gaylord. The sessions will give a general overview of AmeriCorps, explain the key components of a successful program, and describe the application process and timeline. Interested applicants will be required to submit an Intent to Apply form by January 31, 2001 . Applications will be due on February 16, 2001. There will be three primary changes in the program parameters for the new funding cycle. The first change is the policy that was adopted at the last commission meeting that calls for increased grantee match depending on the number of years ofMichigan's AmeriCorps funding a grantee has received. This new policy has greater impact on a renewal applicant than a new organization applying for the first time. The other changes are policies that were approved by the Executive committee on November 17, 2000 which include MCSC's·right to reduce or deny Michigan's AmeriCorps funding to any and all nonprofit organizations_that currently receive direct national service funding from the Corporation for National Service. Finally, the executive committee approved adding a planning grant phase to all new Michigan's AmeriCorps grants for organizations that have never operated AmeriCorps programs. Please see the minutes from the executive committee meeting for additional details. Learn & Serve- Michigan Learn & Serve-Michigan School-Based Grant Program The MCSC hosted a Learn and Serve-Michigan school-based grantee meeting on October 5-6, 2000. The meeting agenda was developed jointly with the school-based TIT A providers and included the following topics: Service-Learning 101, Developing Strong Program Goals and Objectives, Connecting Academic Service-Learning to State Standards, Policy and Procedures, peer mentor meetings, and a panel discussion on making Strategic Connections to Community �Program Division Director's Report Page 3 Resources. This was the first grantee meeting hosted by the MCSC since the transfer of responsibilities from the Michigan Department of Education (MD E). Meeting evaluations showed that, other than the need for breakouts according to experience level, grantees liked the tone and content of the meeting. Verbal feedback emphasized that grantees were comfortable with the MCSC's role in the management of the program. Learn & Serve-Michigan Community-Based Grant Program MCSC staffhosted a one-day grantee meeting for the community-based grantees on October 30, 2000. All but one grantee was represented. The agenda included a peer-led discussion on the Key Elements of Service-Learning, a session on Policies and Procedure changes, a financial management session and training on the CBO curriculum template. Also included was a seryice project to collect school/craft supplies for Haven House as a part ofMCSC's commitment to America's Promise. Grantees will be convened next at the National Service-Learning Conference in April. All of our grantees are in their third three of a three-year funding cycle. If they want to continue to receive Learn and Serve grant funding in the future they will have to reapply this spring. The new three year funding cycle beginning in the Summer of2001 allows the MCSC to make modifications to the program parameters to ensure higher quality service-learning programs in Michigan. The MCSC will convene our current grantees this winter to seek suggestions for the program modifications. L & S Coordinator and the SER V Coordinator As Kyle described in his report, our service-learning initiative is expanding. We are in the process of hiring two coordinators. One will serve as a Learn and Serve-Michigan coordinator and will co-administer both the school-based and community-based Learn and Serve-Michigan program with Angelia Salas. The other position will coordinate our SERV initiative and will focus on impacting public policy related to service-learning. Ideally, we will have both of the positions filled in January 2001. Leader Schools Two years ago year, the Corporation for National Service launched the National ServiceLearning Leader Schools program. The program is a Presidential initiative designed to encourage and foster improved teaching and leadership through high quality service-learning. Through this program, up to 100 middle schools and up to 100 high schools from across the county will receive recognition for their exemplary integration of student service into the curriculum and the life of the school. National Service-Learning Leader Schools will receive national recognition for outstanding efforts, including: a National Service-Learning Leader School banner; an invitation to attend a three-day National Service-Learning Leader Schools workshop and recognition ceremony in Washington, D .C.; national and local publicity opporttmities, involvement in a national network of Leader Schools working to share information on effective practices and advance service-learning as a teaching, learning and community building strategy for the 21 st century. The Iron County Community Schools - ACE High School was Michigan ' s first Leader School. �Program Division Director's Report Page 4 The MCSC, in partnership with MDE is currently seeking applications for the next Leader Schools. National Service-Learning Leader School application outreach packages were sent to all Learn and Serve-Michigan grantees, all superintendents and all respondents to the Learn and Serve-Michigan survey conducted by the Ferris State University. Technical assistance conference calls for any one interested in applying will be conducted on December 14, 2000. Applications are due on January 12, 2001. Michigan is allowed one formula high school and one formula middle school submission. Unlimited competitive applications are allowed. Michigan currently has three National Service-Learning Leader Schools: Romulus High School, ACE High School and Lahser High School Volunteer Investment Grants (VIG) FY 2000 VIG Update For FY 2000, the MCSC issued 16 grants totaling $791,725. These grants are expected to generate a match of $1,032,587 that will be deposited in local endowments. Therefore we had $208,275 ($1,000,000- $791,725) left to obligate in this fiscal year. Up to $100,000 of the remaining $208,275 will be spent on capacity building for the VIG recipients. Therefore, $108,275 was available to distribute for this fiscal year. We offered our current grantees the opportunity to request additional funds. We received three requests totaling $28,000. The staff recommended and the executive committee approved the three increases. The MCSC still has $80,275 to disburse for FY 2000. There is a possibility that additional existing grantees will request increases. If no additional increase are requested, the MCSC will offer another rotmd of funding in order to disburse the full $1,000,000. FY 2001 VIG Update In August, the MCSC issued the Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grants application guidelines. All former and existing grantees received the guidelines. In addition, the MCSC sent a copy of the guidelines to all of the Community Foundations, United Ways, Volunteer Centers, and Michigan Campus Compact affiliates. Applications were due to MCSC on September 29, 2000. We received 13 applications requesting $550,000. Four of the applications were from organizations that have not previously been funded under VIG. The new applications were peer and staff reviewed. The renewal applications (those that ar_e currently receiving VIG funds) were staff reviewed. The staff recommended and the executive committee approved 12 of the 13 applications be funded for a total of $450,000. Staff expressed reservations concerning the capacity of the Manistee Volunteer Center and therefore did not recommend them for funding at this time. Staff will work with the Manistee program and the Volunteer Centers of Michigan to strengthen their application for the next round of funding. Please see the attached VIG chart for additional information. The MCSC still has $550,000 to disburse this fiscal year. The MCSC will be offering a second round of2001 VIG funds . Round II grants will be available to current grantees for the purpose of increasing their 2001 grant award or to any agency who has previously applied or been funded. FY 2001 grantees will be encouraged to apply for supplemental funds up to the $100,000 maximum. Applicants not approved for funding in Round I, applicants from previous years and other interested organizations will also be invited to apply. Staff will present the FY �Program Division Director's Report Page 5 2001 VIG Round II recommendations at the April2000 MCSC meeting. VIG Analvsis At the last commission meeting, the board authorized the staff to spend up to $40,000 on an analysis for the Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grant program. The analysis would provide the MCSC with information we could use to make future modifications to the program. The MCSC also had to get approval Department of Career Development and Department ofBudget and Management. We are still awaiting their final approval. Once we have their approval the MCSC will issue a bid for services for an organization to conduct the study. Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows Program Update In August we were notified that we were approved for 18 Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows for the 2001 program year. This was an increase offive fellows over the previous year. For FY 2001, the MCSC has $194,994 in CNS funding to support 18 Michigan's AmeriCorps Promise Fellows for Michigan's Communities of Promise. All of our current grantees were given the opportunity to renew their current fellow(s) position. In addition, other Communities ofPromise were invited to apply. The application guidelines were sent to all Communities of Promise on September 15,2000. A total of eight applications were received requesting $129,996 to support 12 fellows. Please see my memo dated November 20, 2000 for my official funding recommendations. The MCSC still has six Promise Fellows available. Therefore, the MCSC is currently conducting another application process. The application guidelines have been sent to all Communities of Promise that did not apply in the first round. At least three communities have expressed an interest in applying. The Intent to Apply forms are due to MCSC on December 15, 2000 and the applications will be due on January 5, 2001. The staff will make their funding recommendations at the February board meeting. Training and Technical Assistance Program Development And Training (PDAT) Grant Each year the MCSC is required to submit a Program Development and Training (PDAT) plan to the Corporation for National Service. On November 15\ the MCSC applied for a $120,000 PDAT grant. The funds will be used to support the training and program development needs of our CNS funded programs. Part of our responsibility is to ensure the grantees have the capacity to operate high quality national service programs. In addition, we applied for a $42,060 special initiative training grant to develop a set of core competencies for national service program staff. Regardless if someone is directing an AmeriCorps program, a Learn & Serve program, or a Senior Corps program they must have a set of specific skills in order to be successful. All of them are required to recruit and train participants, write progress reports, develop budgets, manage expenses, and develop partnerships �Program Division Director's Report Page 6 with community-based organizations. Rather than providing program specific training (AmeriCorps, Learn & Serve, Senior Corps, etc.) the core competencies would allow the MCSC to provide training to all programs around a particular area. Each core competency would have a beginning, intermediate and advanced level. National service program directors would be able to self assess which competencies they currently have and at what level. �2000 Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grant Increase Requests Recommendation #1 Th e staff recommends the following applicants for increased funding: Applicant Hillsdale County Volunteer Resource and Support Center Volunteer Center of Otsego County Jackson Nonprofit Support Center Total FY 2000 Increases Current Award $70,000 Increase Requested $8,000 Total Award $78,000 $25 ,000 $75 ,000 $5 ,000 $15 ,000 $30,000 $90,000 $28,000 �2001 Michigan's Volunteer Investment Grant Staff Recommendations Recommendation #2 The staff recommends the following applicants for new funding at the requested level: Applicant Newaygo County Community Service United Way Volunteer Connections Volunteer Center ofMid-Michigan Subtotal Recommendations #3 The staff recommends renewed funding at the requested level: Applicant Dickinson County Area Community Foundation Heart of West Michigan/United Way Hillsdale County Volunteer Resource Ctr. Jackson Nonprofit Support Center Marquette County Volunteer Center Volunteer Center of Barry County Volunteer Center ofBattle Creek Volunteer Center of Chippewa County Volunteer Center of Southwest Michigan Subtotal Match Required Funding Recommended 1:1 1:1 1:1 $100,000 $25,000 $25,000 $150,000 I Match Required Funding Recommended 2:1 $25,000 1:1 1.5 : 1 2:1 1:1 2: 1 2:1 1.5 : 1 1.5 : 1 $50,000 $25 ,000 $75,000 $25 ,000 $25,000 $25,000 $25 ,000 $25,000 $300,000 -- $450,000 Total 2001 Requests Recommendations #4 The staff recommends that the following applicant not be approved for funding at this time: Applicant Manistee Volunteer Center Match Required Funding Recommended 1:1 $100,000 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Our State of Generosity Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Grand Valley State University. Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Description An account of the resource Collection contains the records of four Michigan nonprofit organizations: Council of Michigan Foundations, Michigan Nonprofit Association, Michigan Community Service Commission, and the Johnson Center for Philanthropy at GVSU. The documents are compiled by the Johnson Center for Philanthropy, and records document the history of the organizations from the 1960s to the 2010s. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 1968-2014 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Council of Michigan Foundations Michigan Nonprofit Association Michigan Community Service Commission Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 49401 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Council of Michigan Foundations; Michigan Nonprofit Association; Michigan Community Service Commission Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04 Language A language of the resource eng Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JCPA-04_MCSC_2000-12-08_Program-Directors-Report Title A name given to the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting program director's report Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Michigan Community Service Commission Description An account of the resource Michigan Community Service Commission 2000-12-08 commission meeting program director's report. Records are compiled in the Our State of Generosity collection by the Johnson Center, along with the files of the Michigan Nonprofit Association (MNA), the Michigan Community Service Commission (MCSC) and the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Originals are at the Michigan Community Service Commission. Subject The topic of the resource Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy Charities Philanthropy and Society Fundraising Records Michigan Community Service Commission Michigan Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource application/pdf Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Language A language of the resource eng Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Grand Valley State University Libraries, Special Collections and University Archives, 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, MI, 50172 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a href="http://rightsstatements.org/page/InC/1.0/?language=en">In Copyright</a> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a href="https://gvsu.lyrasistechnology.org/repositories/2/resources/515">Our State of Generosity collection, JCPA-04</a> Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2000-12-08