Our Roots
We Believe
In addressing the greatest needs of our community.
As a place-based foundation, our focus is on our creating a place where we all have the opportunity to thrive. We offer financial and leadership support and actively invest in our community in areas of basic needs, education, workforce development, and community development.
Check out some of the larger initiatives we have supported both with leadership, advocacy, and financially.
Basic Needs
HELP Ministries
Staircase Youth Services
COVE
Connexion Point
West Shore Pregnancy Care Center
Lakeshore Food Club
Habitat for Humanity of Mason County
Education
Mason County Family Link
Oaktree Academy
Oriole Foundation
Mason County Promise
Gateway to Success Academy
Launch Manistee
Mason County Eastern Schools
Workforce DEvelopment
Lakeshore Employer Resource Network
Talent 2025
Oceana Employer Resource Network
Community
United Way of Mason County
Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital Foundation
Waterfront Worship
Scottville Clown Band
Lake County Historical Society
Pere Marquette Memorial Association
Your Career Here
We are proud of our place. There are a number of incredible opportunities to find your place in a meaningful career. To the local students who think there is nothing here for them, or the person considering moving to where they vacation, we encourage you to check out our Your Career Here Videos
The Changemakers
We believe that everyone, regardless of age, education, income level, or physical ability can make an impact. Be a ChangeMaker.