Pennies Foundation

04/27/2026

If you’ve been around our community for a while, you might notice we offer a lot of matching grants—and that’s very intentional.

When we match a gift, we’re not just doubling dollars—we’re encouraging broader participation, inviting new donors in, and helping organizations build sustainable support beyond any one grant.

It’s also about shared investment. When individuals, families, and businesses give alongside us, it strengthens the sense that this is our community and our work. That is the power of "we".

Simply put: matching grants help turn good efforts into collective impact—and that’s where real, lasting change happens.

Some current match opportunities are shared on our page.

04/27/2026

Had the chance to watch the First Robotics State competition, and let me tell you, this is an incredible program that is more than a school club, but equipping students with essential life skills, including gracious leadership. It was phenomenal to see it in action. The O-Bots team earned their spot; now help them go and celebrate their achievements on and off the field.

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UYELRGT98X8WS&source=qr&fbclid=IwdGRjcARXvQhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe1aClIn7_lyjByhabe5-yJ1BvOhCpeDrmhMuLbb8N838tze-0s5IMhbyjKgQ_aem_0O6iwBmR6Fg5-E_MNJaxCQ

Please help SEND THE O-BOTS TO WORLDS AND BEYOND!

Every Dollar will be matched up to $25,000.00.

Built in Ludington, Competing with the World!

Scan the QR Code!

You can also donate via Check to the Ludington Area School District in person.

All Donations are Tax Deductible!

04/20/2026

If spring cleaning has you ready to get rid of a gently used tent, consider donating to Hospitality INC - In the Name of Christ.

04/18/2026

Tonight’s the night! Don’t forget to vote $$ for your favorite dancers or just donate to support Ludington Area School District Drama program. Remember we’re matching what you give!

Local dancing “stars” will take center stage at Lincoln Hills Golf Club to raise money for the Ludington Area Schools and the drama program.

04/16/2026

Let's raise the roof for Sandcastles, A Lake Michigan Children's Museum! Every dollar you give gets matched to help repair the roof and support Sandcastles historic space for children and families learning and growing.

HUGE NEWS: Pennies From Heaven has offered up a $50,000 matching grant to support our Roof Restoration Fund! Every dollar will be matched 100%, but we have to meet the match goal first! That's where we (and you) all come in.

We could really use your help. $1, $25, $100...maybe you happen to know someone who is looking for a way to maximize their impact with a significantly larger gift. This is the time to jump on the chance to support the museum and help preserve a piece of Ludington's history.

We appreciate you all so much! ❤️

04/15/2026

One of the best parts of this work is getting to walk alongside organizations as they dream big—and then actually achieve it.

Congratulations, Lakeshore Keepers, on the successful completion of the Big Sable Lighthouse campaign. It takes courage to ask, persistence to keep going, and a community willing to show up.

Grateful we could play a small role in something that will make a meaningful difference for so many.

🎉 Huge news from Lakeshore Keepers! 🎉

In just 4 months, we’ve completed our largest-ever capital campaign—raising $450,000 to restore the exterior of the historic keeper’s dwelling at Big Sable Point Lighthouse.

Thanks to incredible community support (and matching gifts from generous donors), this project is already 2 years ahead of schedule! Restoration work will begin in 2026 and will continue into 2027—just in time for Big Sable Point’s 160th anniversary.

Come see it for yourself—Big Sable Point opens May 4, 2026, with our four other lighthouses opening throughout May. We can’t wait to welcome you this summer!

Read more: https://lakeshorekeepers.org/big-sable-points-keepers-quarters/

04/10/2026

TODAY IS “WEAR BLUE DAY”!

We’re wearing blue 💙
Because prevention works.
Because families deserve support.
Because every child deserves possibility.

Lakeshore Children's Advocacy Center


www.lakeshorekids.org

04/09/2026

Looking forward to this lunch-and-learn. Crafting a healthy workplace culture and relationships requires effort and skills that can be practiced, and the return is always worth the effort. Thank you, Chamber Alliance of Mason County, for putting this together.

❗️SPACE IS LIMITED – Join us for a business education workshop on April 13 that will equip you with skills to minimize conflict and maintain relationships in the workplace, led by Mike Winczewski.

The Lunch & Learn session will include an interactive discussion that will provide tools you can immediately apply in the workplace to navigate challenges more constructively and lead more effectively.

Details: 12-1:30 p.m. Monday, April 13 at Lakeshore Resource Network
Cost: Members - $20 includes lunch; non-members $30 includes lunch

This Lunch & Learn is sponsored by Brill Company, Filer Credit Union, Indian Summer Co-op, Metalworks, Western Land Services, and West Shore Community College.

REGISTER ⤵
https://ludingtonscottvillechamberofcommerce.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/g4FYM2ktzCyCo

03/25/2026

03/24/2026

Our Executive Director attended on our behalf to share a brief message of pride and encouragement to the students, staff, and administrators for their hard work and investment in building literacy skills for every student. Literacy is a key that opens doors of opportunity. We want to support and encourage those in our region working to build up literacy in students.