When Funding and Access Shrink: Protecting People, Programs, and Progress

As federal and state funding landscapes shift and access to essential resources contracts, the consequences ripple across the most vulnerable communities. This summit (designed for) brings together funders, nonprofit leaders, and impacted program stakeholders for a critical and solutions-focused dialogue on how to respond with urgency, collaboration, and equity.

“When Funding and Access Shrink: Protecting People, Programs, and Progress” is designed to:

• Illuminate the real-time impacts of funding reductions on vital community services and the people they serve.
• Facilitate cross-sector collaboration to mitigate harm, reduce program erosion, and address critical infrastructure.
• Strategize around equitable resource allocation, advocacy opportunities, and innovative approaches to preserve progress in health, housing, education, and economic mobility.
• Elevate community-informed solutions that ensure frontline voices guide how we adapt, invest, and rebuild.

This is not just a moment for reflection—it is a call to action. Funders and program leaders must align now to safeguard the collective progress we’ve made and chart a more just and resilient path forward. Co-facilitated by Regina Pinney, Nonprofit Network Executive Director and Renell Weathers, Advocate and Public Policy Consultant

Funders Panel:  

• Monica Moser, Jackson Community Foundation
• Regina Bell, Council of Michigan Foundations
• Sharon Karaboyas, Michigan Health Endowment 

Community Conditions Panel: 

• Jason Lachowski, AARP
• Rachel Richards, Michigan League for Public Policy
• Terrence Baker, Michigan Department of Human Services

Format: In-person 
Dates: Friday, October 24, 2025 - 10 AM until 1PM  (light refreshments provided)
Location: Commonwealth Commerce Center, Room 401 (South Entrance)
209 E. Washington St., Jackson, MI 49201 

Cost: This is a FREE opportunity facilitated by Nonprofit Network and generously sponsored by AARP MICHIGAN

AARP is providing opportunities to connect and help build an even stronger Michigan for all ages to live, work and play.
We hope you’ll join us!

 REGISTER HERE 

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