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Enrollment Underway for YouthQuest’s Afterschool Enrichment Program
Afterschool program expands to Bentley Community Schools (FLINT, Mich., Aug. 30, 2017) – Registration for YouthQuest – an afterschool program administered by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce – is underway at multiple school districts in Flint and Genesee County. Now in its eighth year, the program offers engaging activities and services that encourage […]
Read More‘Sprint4Flint’ Hits the Road, Straits of Mackinac in Support of YouthQuest
Cyclists, swimmers aim to transport piano from Flint to Mackinac Island (FLINT, Mich. – Aug. 25, 2017) Today marked the kick off of “Sprint 4 Flint: Ride, Swim, Play, Give,” the latest project from Mr. B’s Joybox Express, an Ann Arbor-based nonprofit that raises awareness for charitable organizations by taking its custom-made piano bike on […]
Read MoreInaugural Flint Homecoming a Rousing Success
The first-ever Flint Homecoming concluded with more than 60 expatriates returning to Flint to reconnect, rediscover and invest in the future of their hometown. In all, more than 150 participants – including sponsors, and business and community leaders – came together over 1-1/2 days to partake in panel discussions, site tours, networking opportunities and reminiscing […]
Read MoreJob Fair to Connect Job Seekers to Employers, Community Resources
(FLINT, Mich. – Aug. 11, 2017) More than 20 employers looking to fill entry-level positions will meet with job seekers during the Flint & Genesee Job & Resource Fair, to be held Wednesday, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Baker College of Flint. “This is a great opportunity for local job seekers […]
Read MoreFlint & Genesee Chamber Announces Leadership Realignment
(FLINT – Aug. 9, 2017) Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce CEO Tim Herman today announced a leadership restructuring that will strengthen the Chamber’s ability to serve its customers, achieve its strategic plan and increase organizational effectiveness. “Today’s announcement is about positioning the Chamber for long-term growth,” said Herman. “The leadership realignment ensures that we […]
Read MoreFlint kids to benefit from $3 million grant for afterschool programs
As afterschool programs face threat of federal funding cuts, Mott Foundation renews support for YouthQuest program at 15 local sites (FLINT, Mich., Aug. 3, 2017) — As families around the country face the potential loss of local afterschool programs, children in Flint will have continued access to afterschool and summer learning opportunities over the coming […]
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