Pontiac Community Foundation

10/12/2026

🌍 In observance of Columbus Day, our office will be closed. We hope you take this time to reflect and recharge. We’ll be back tomorrow, ready to continue our work together! Enjoy the day! ✨

10/05/2026

🚗✨ Another incredible weekend celebrating our transportation initiative, M1 Mobility, at the American Speed Festival! Our team had a fantastic time supporting our partners: M1 Concourse and the Checkered Flag Challenge Foundation. Together, we are making strides in providing mobility solutions and connecting our community. 💙
Thank you to everyone who joined us in this celebration!🎉

# TransportationMatters

10/01/2026

Join us in thanking Derrick Loruss, who recently concluded his time with Pontiac Community Foundation as our longtime Director of Transportation! 👏

Derrick helped develop and launch M1 Mobility and has been instrumental in its success. Thank you, Derrick, for your leadership and dedication to serving Pontiac! 🚐

09/25/2026

🎓✨ Exciting times in our community! Join us as we dive into the candidate interviews for our school board! 📚 Your voice matters, and understanding each candidate's vision for our schools is crucial.

Catch up on the interviews that have already happened and stay tuned for the upcoming ones! If you're a candidate who hasn't been interviewed yet, we encourage you to reach out and share your vision with our community. A big thank you to the Oakland County Times for conducting these important interviews! Let’s make informed choices together for a brighter future for our students! 💙

Marcus Bowman - https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/09/16/2026-candidate-interview-marcus-bowman-for-pontiac-school-board/
Lara Marie Townsley - https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/09/10/2026-candidate-interview-lara-marie-townsley-for-pontiac-school-board/
Gill Garrett - https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/09/09/2026-candidate-interview-maicol-rivera-torres-for-pontiac-school-board/
Maicol Rivera Torres - https://oaklandcounty115.com/2026/09/12/2026-candidate-interview-gill-garrett-for-pontiac-school-board/

Pontiac School District includes all of Pontiac, most of Auburn Hills, Lake Angelus and Sylvan Lake, and portions of Bloomfield Township, Orion Township, Waterford, and West Bloomfield

09/22/2026

🎉 What a fantastic day! Our team was thrilled to celebrate the ribbon-cutting ceremony for our wonderful partner, Safe Tonight Emergency Shelter, and The Collective this past Friday.

A huge congratulations to The Collective team for all your hard work and dedication! 👏 At PCF, we are truly grateful to partner with you as we join forces to create a brighter future for Pontiac. Together, we’re making a meaningful impact! 💪✨

09/11/2026

Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce that Ramon Valentin has been promoted to our Senior Director of Programs and Partnerships!

🎉 Ramon's passion for Pontiac and his unwavering dedication have been instrumental in our journey. We are so grateful for his hard work and commitment to making a positive impact in our community. Congratulations, Ramon! Together, we’re ready to reach new heights! 🌟

09/10/2026

🌟 At PCF, we have a cherished tradition of welcoming our new staff with a tour of Pontiac! Last week, we shared this experience with Heather and Hailey, exploring the rich history of our city and discussing the exciting future that lies ahead.
It's a great way to connect with our community and each other! We’re thrilled to have them on board as part of our journey! 💙🏙️

09/09/2026

Exciting update from our Pontiac Community Foundation family! We are thrilled to welcome Hailey Noonan as our new Director of Program Operations! 🎉
With over 10 years of nonprofit experience and a strong legal background, Hailey is ready to strengthen our operational leadership and grant compliance. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University, graduating summa cm laude. 🌟
Join us in welcoming Hailey to PCF! Together, we’re excited to drive meaningful change in Pontiac! 💙

09/07/2026

🌟 Happy Labor Day! In honor of this special day, our office will be closed as we celebrate the hard work and dedication of all workers.✨

08/17/2026

🌟 Happy National Nonprofit Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible organizations in our community that are dedicated to making a positive impact every day. Your hard work and passion inspire us all to give back and uplift those around us. Together, we’re building a brighter future and creating meaningful change! 💙

Let’s spread the love and appreciation for all the nonprofits making a difference in our lives! Tag your favorite organization and share what they mean to you! 🙌✨