Wendy Fields is the president at Metropolitan Kalamazoo Branch MKB NAACP, a leading voice at the forefront of the battle against discrimination in the workplace, education and housing in our region. In 2024, MKB NAACP was a key partner in Kalamazoo County’s...
KZCF understands that eliminating economic disparities for our community members is one way to establish a thriving Kalamazoo County.
Charles Hanks is a personal trainer at the Kalamazoo Athletic Club and a graduate student at Western Michigan University (WMU). He received a Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF) Emergency Scholarship in 2023.
During this Black History Month, the Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF) is honored to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of our Black and African American donors. Through their generous donations, which have spanned the course of decades, KZCF has been able to continue the work of helping to make Kalamazoo the most equitable place to live.
During this Black History Month, the Kalamazoo Community Foundation (KZCF) is honored to shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions of our Black and African American donors. Through their generous donations, which have spanned the course of decades, KZCF has been able to continue the work of helping to make Kalamazoo the most equitable place to live.
Our shared humanity calls us to build a community where every person can be whole. Those who do the work of initiating change need space and support for their own healing and rejuvenation. Time with family, exercise, travel and rest are all necessary for a well-balanced life. By engaging in acts of restoration, our community leaders can be at their best when supporting community members.
Enjoying equitable access to education is a right that every child deserves. Children who are surrounded by a strong ecosystem of dedicated community members are often empowered to become critical thinkers and initiate generational change. By prioritizing early education, children are able to receive the care, engagement and support they need to develop healthy habits and a secure foundation.
Contributions to KZCF ensure your gifts will continue to benefit our community forever. Help us make an impact that lasts for generations to come by giving a gift today.