Canton Community Foundation

04/07/2026

🌱 Ready to grow something amazing this season?

Join us for a FREE Lunch & Learn with Josiah Foster of Growing Hope as he shares simple, practical tips to prepare your garden beds for a thriving growing season. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, you’ll walk away inspired (and ready to dig in!).

🗓 When: Wednesday, April 15 | 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where: Canton Public Library – Community Room

🔗 Register here: https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/lunch_and_learn_registration_page_copy_copy

03/04/2026

We're thrilled to welcome THREE new Trustees to the Canton Community Foundation Board of Directors! 🎉

Matt Nahan is a community and systems social worker and Founding Executive Director of the ORSA Foundation, dedicated to creating financial belonging and equitable systems for Michiganders.

Sarah Maiga is the Broker/Owner of Maiga Homes Luxury Real Estate, a proud U of M alum, and the 2025 Greater Neighbor Award recipient who has dedicated thousands of hours to communities through Rotary, placemaking, and education initiatives.

Daniel Curren is a communications, media, and marketing strategist with nearly 20 years of experience in corporate, crisis, and executive communications. He is proud Canton resident, youth sports coach, and bass player in a self-proclaimed dad band.

We are so grateful to have Matt, Sarah, and Daniel joining our mission to strengthen and serve the Canton community. Welcome! 🌿

01/08/2026

Local Brews, Local Vibes!

Your Local Impact Alliance brings you an evening event at the Bearded Lamb Brewery in Plymouth!* Come learn about the brewing process, connect with others, and enjoy some snacks from Old Village General Store. If you wish, test a flight of owner Ryan Lamb's favorite beers!

*MUST BE 21 OR OLDER TO ATTEND

Date: January 28, 2026
Location: Bearded Lamb, 149 Liberty St., Plymouth, 48170
Time: 5:30- 7 pm

There is no cost for the event, but if you wish to sample the flight, there is a $15 fee.

Register by clicking on the event
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CyAt4WzoP/

Your Local Impact Alliance brings you an evening event at the Bearded Lamb Brewery in Plymouth!* Come and learn about the brewing process, connect with others, and enjoy some snacks from Old Village General Store. If you wish, test a flight of owner Ryan Lamb's favorite beers!
*YOU MUST BE 21 OR OLDER TO ATTEND.
Date: January 28, 2026
Location: Bearded Lamb, 149 Liberty St., Plymouth, MI
Time: 5:30- 7 pm
There is no cost for the event, but if you wish to sample the flight, there is a $15 fee. Register using the links below or call (734) 495-1200.
Reserve your spot and your flight- $15/person:
https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/january_local_ales_ticket_sales?fbclid=IwY2xjawPLomBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFNU1RBakh2ZmxpcHE3U0tlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvg_Ez6oWEKvdxLSWOfog7JtoAZn_Rdy0jvDrVJNdy1wtTCcM4PEAv7jkH6B_aem_dEGk5kRod4-rOiAyRzuZvg

Can’t wait to attend but would rather skip the beer flight:
https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/lunch_and_learn_registration_page_copy_copy?fbclid=IwY2xjawPLor5leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFNU1RBakh2ZmxpcHE3U0tlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqv7aRstWtxvSvWpC4AtTOZuKlW9pTuqlkLREjOnYMRpUap4NGycOZDCMZ6j_aem_GhJ6ZJVZT4SSM8USuNLxYA

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, you can be the difference between crisis and recovery.

The Last Hope Fund provides urgent, one-time financial support for neighbors who have exhausted every other option.

A repaired car. A child’s medication. A family staying in their home. These are the moments your gift makes possible. 🩵

The need is growing every week, and your generosity keeps this lifeline open. 🌟

Give today and help a neighbor find stability, hope, and a path forward https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/local_impact_alliance_donation?Fund=The%20Last%20Hope%20Fund

10/02/2025

We’re proud to be a member of the Local Impact Alliance, an organization doing incredible work to strengthen our communities. 💙

From hosting impactful events like the Veterans’ Summit to providing resources and support where it’s needed most, the Local Impact Alliance continues to make a difference every day, and we’re honored to be part of it.

06/21/2025

Beat the Heat in Canton today! ☀️

With temps soaring into the 90s this weekend, there's no better place to cool down than the Canton Public Library! 🧊📚

Enjoy free air conditioning, endless books, and peaceful reading nooks all in one welcoming space.

📖 Visit your local library – it’s cool in more ways than one!

04/15/2025

Does your nonprofit support children or seniors? Don’t miss this grant opportunity!

Apply today: https://cantonfoundationgrants.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx

Last Call! 📢

The Healthy Youth, Healthy Seniors Grant application closes this Friday, April 18! If your nonprofit supports youth or seniors, don’t miss your chance to apply for funding!

Apply now: https://cantonfoundationgrants.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx

03/20/2025

🌱🐝 Happy First Day of Spring! 🌸🦋

As flowers bloom, so do the vital pollinators that keep our ecosystems thriving! Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators support over 85% of the world’s flowering plants and more than 2/3 of global crops, yet their populations are declining due to habitat loss and pesticide use.

That’s why Creating Habitats for Pollinators is taking action! In 2024 alone, CHP planted ~190,000 sq. ft. of native wildflowers across Canton & Plymouth, MI, restoring critical pollinator habitats. 🌼🐝

Want to learn more? Visit https://creatinghabitats.org to see how you can support pollinators in your community!

03/06/2025

Join us in celebrating 10 Years of Canton Brew Works! 🍻

For the past decade, Canton Brew Works has been more than just a brewery, they’ve been a strong advocate for our community. From hosting fundraisers for local causes to organizing trivia nights, darts leagues, live music, and more, they’ve built a space where people come together. Now it’s our turn to show up and celebrate them!

Owner Jeff Kulp and brewer Jake Thomas will lead a guided tasting of four small-batch ales and share the story behind their locally brewed favorites.

💰 $10 for a tasting flight (or attend for free without the tasting!)
🌮 Mexican street food available for purchase

CBW has supported our community for 10 years, so let’s raise a glass and support them! 🍺

Want to attend?
Register here to secure your $10 beer flight: https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/lunch_and_learn_happy_hour_registration
Register here to skip the flight & attend for free: https://cantonfoundation.formstack.com/forms/lunch_and_learn_registration_page

Must be 21+ to attend.

02/25/2025

Grant Opportunity Alert! 📢

We are now accepting applications for the Healthy Youth, Healthy Seniors Grant, which supports organizations that make a difference in the lives of youth and seniors in our community.

If your nonprofit is making an impact in these areas, apply today!

📅 Application Deadline: April 18, 2025
🔗 Apply here: https://cantonfoundationgrants.communityforce.com/Funds/Search.aspx

02/21/2025

Canton Community Foundation’s annual golf outing is set for June 11 at Fox Hills Golden Fox! Mark your calendars and get ready for a great day on the course, all for a great cause! 🏌️‍♀️

Stay tuned for registration and sponsorship details. See you on the greens! ⛳️

Mark Your Calendars! ⛳️🏌️‍♂️

We are gearing up for THREE incredible golf outings in 2025, supporting vital community initiatives! Get ready to hit the greens and make a difference!

🏌️‍♂️ Westland Community Foundation Golf Outing – May 20 at Fox Hills Golden Fox
⛳️ Eagles for Children Golf Outing – June 2 at Red Run Golf Club
🏌️‍♀️ Canton Community Foundation Golf Outing – June 11 at Fox Hills Golden Fox

Each outing helps fund programs that strengthen our communities. Stay tuned for more details on registration and sponsorship opportunities!

Who’s joining us? ⬇️