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It’s wonderful to witness collaboration across the state of Michigan in the development of a Statewide Housing Plan. LISC Kalamazoo is thrilled to be involved in this initiative. secondwavemedia.com/features/regio…
The HUD Section 4 Capacity Building Program supports local nonprofits nationwide so they can develop affordable housing & meet community needs. We ask orgs to join our support letter to Congress to ensure continued funding of this key program: liscpolicy.wufoo.com/forms/m1qkw9b1…
Happy #IndigenousPeoplesDay! Today, and every day, we celebrate and honor the #IndigenousPeoples of America and commemorate their deep roots, histories, and cultures that have shaped and enriched our country.
The CDFI Fund has announced a $65 million New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) award to LISC. This brings our NMTC investment in low-income communities—for everything from health clinics to job creation—to nearly $1.3B over the past two decades. lisc.org/our-stories/st…
Do you have a LIHTC project approaching or that has reached Year 15? If so, please join LISC Kalamazoo for this FREE training to prepare you for the Year 15 transition of your LIHTC project. Please RSVP by August 12th. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…
Want to support a small woman-owned business? Consider making a contribution to Cherri's campaign and know that your investment of as little as $25 will be matched by LISC Small Business 4:1 towards Cherri's overall loan goal! kiva.org/lend-classic/2…
LISC Kalamazoo is proud to announce the launch of its Grant Program for Rental Unit Rehabilitation with the goal of enhancing housing quality. Applications are due July 31st, visit the LISC Kalamazoo website to access the application and more resources. lisc.org/kalamazoo/
Are you a small business owner looking for ways to grow your business? Uplift Michigan can help you achieve that goal with their free support program made specifically for small businesses in Kalamazoo! The flyer below has more information if you are interested!
📝Join us on June 14 at 1PM EDT for a webinar introducing a comprehensive toolkit that can assist community developers in understanding and supporting the #childcare industry. Register here: ow.ly/7NFq50S8Snw
Thrilled to work with The DICK'S Sporting Goods Foundation on the Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative! 🥎🏅🥍🏈⚽️ If you're a #nonprofit building or renovating sports facilities for youth in under-resourced communities, apply for a grant by 9/5: lisc.org/our-stories/st…
On this sunny Monday, please enjoy Michael T. Pugh's description of the pillars of LISC's work investing in communities, and what's on the horizon for LISC under his leadership! lisc.org/our-stories/st…
We’re inspired and uplifted by the collaborative efforts of LISC: Together with our funders, community partners and colleagues, we poured $2.4B into communities nationwide in affordable housing & economic development. report.lisc.org/lisc-2023-annu…
Great news! LISC + our coalition partners @EnterpriseNow @rewiringamerica @Habitat_org @UnitedWay are thrilled to be awarded $2B from the @EPA. We will turbo charge our investments in green affordable housing + advance our nation’s urgent climate goals. ow.ly/FlMj50R9gNL
Congratulations, Elizabeth! LISC Kalamazoo looks forward to continuing our support and partnership on the vital work at the core of our relationship with the Northside Association for Community Development- NACD. Glad to be on your team. ow.ly/98aM50QKJUb
In a wide-ranging radio interview for the On the Block Show, Michael Pugh, Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) CEO, unpacks how CDFIs, from the most local to the largest, are well positioned to support financial mobility. Check it out! ow.ly/pFRI50QKJQT
Congratulations to LISC LAB member Toni Kennedy, for recognition of her tireless efforts and service to our country and to our community, as the 2024 Veteran of Hope!
We are so grateful to be a part of this wonderful community. 2023 marks #KzooLISC 35th anniversary in Kalamazoo. Thanks to all of our partners and supporters for your continued dedication to us!

Bulah Bradtke @BulahB14678
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Drew Duncan @drewforkzoo
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Jordan Stiverson @ProbablyPosting
4 Followers 48 Following Connector. Community Builder. Marketing Brain. Obsessed with making local businesses unforgettable.
Natasha Showerman @NShowerman80110
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Tris Faulkner, Ph.D. ... @trisfaulkner
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Megan Dooley @MDooles
130 Followers 182 Following World Class Whistler, Chef, Ukulele and Guitar playin' Songstress named Best Solo artist and First Lady Of Kzoo Music Scene by Revue Mag.
Global Ties Kalamazoo @Globaltieskzoo
158 Followers 241 Following Enriching local community with global diversity, one relationship at a time
SHAREKAZOO @sharekazoo471
12 Followers 169 Following Educating the community on the importance of our region’s African American heritage. #Nonprofit #Kalamazoo #MI #RacialEquity
TheLastDance23 @23AboveAll
0 Followers 23 Following Celebrating the legacy of #MichaelJordan 🏀 | #23Forever | Highlighting the greatest moments, iconic moves, and unmatched impact of His Airness. 🐐 #JumpmanLife
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PFC Natural Grocery &... @PFC_KZOO
2K Followers 453 Following Kalamazoo's community-owned natural grocery store for 50 years. Proud operator of the Kalamazoo Farmers Market.
HelpingHandsKZoo @HHWellnessKzoo
17 Followers 63 Following Wellness center dedicated to providing barrier free healthcare to the community.
George Ashton @GeorgeAshtonIII
608 Followers 485 Following CEO, @CandideGroup Candide Group supports families, foundations, and other investors who want to flow their money into social-justice focused investments.
Lauren E. McGowan | S... @LaurenMcgowan
2K Followers 2K Following I fight for justice & equity by removing barriers to #housing, #food, #education & #income. ED @LISC_HQ Puget Sound. ❤️ @Michaeledkelly, travel & theater.
Cindy @Cwezel1
2K Followers 5K Following Easy & light burden. Here to listen, learn & ponder for understanding, grace & mercy. Value wit & wisdom. Hate=block RT not endorse. Open like a lake (SG)
ModeShift Kalamazoo @ModeShiftKzoo
409 Followers 298 Following Transportation, land use, equity, access, environment - it’s all connected. Here to invest in a Kalamazoo that works for everyone. 🚶🚲🚌
Connie @Concetta4562
17 Followers 354 Following
United Way of South C... @unitedforscmi
2K Followers 2K Following Uniting people and resources to solve defined problems and improve the quality of life for individuals and families in our communites.
Kalamazoo RESA @KalRESA
2K Followers 666 Following The Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency provides a continuum of educational services from cradle to career.
Rural LISC @RuralLISC
2K Followers 1K Following We're the Rural arm of @LISC_HQ. Since 1995, we've worked with 150+ community-based partners to strengthen Rural communities in all 50 states, PR, USVI + Guam.
REO Specialists Llc @Richard13514556
118 Followers 114 Following Richard Stewart is the Principal Associate Real Estate Broker at REO Specialists llc He has over 24 years of experience in Real Estate. CRS ePRO. 269-345-7000
SonjaDean @SonjaDean17
3 Followers 4 Following Doing Triathlon as joyful suffering, knitter, professional do-gooder, mom/sister/spouse/friend of the people, living the Gen X dream
CEDAM @CEDAMinfo
1K Followers 577 Following Community Economic Development Association of Michigan | Advocacy, resources, and training for organizations working to create thriving communities
Kalamazoo Backyard Yo... @backyardyogis
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Local Initiatives Sup... @LISC_HQ
14K Followers 3K Following Follow us on LinkedIn + more: https://t.co/PMeBEyiqyK National nonprofit helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America.
LISC San Antonio @LISC_SA
186 Followers 223 Following With residents and partners, we forge resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity throughout San Antonio – great places to live, work,and raise families.
BusinessBuzz @CBBNBuzBuzzz
3K Followers 4K Following Helping #SmallBusiness owners increase their #Buzz since 2008 across our multiple #socialmedia platforms. And we are just so affordable! #SmallBiz #Chicago
KCDP @kzoodems
1K Followers 2K Following Do you want to help build Michigan back better? Help us elect Democrats. Follow us! Donate at https://t.co/yjZgwxUIAa
Denise Scott @LISCDeniseScott
190 Followers 139 Following @LISC_HQ former President | @NewYorkFed former Board Member | former @WhiteHouse appointee to @HUDgov | 40+ years in #commdev
Brendan Molony @Brendan_Molony
99 Followers 158 Following
Brittany Bodenheimer @BrittanyEllyce
66 Followers 337 Following digital strategist • probably playing video games or baking (she/her) • RTs not endorsements, tweets belong to the infinite void
Helton @Helton231969
45 Followers 1K Following
Stephanie Williams @StephnyWilliams
1K Followers 1K Following Mrs. Stephanie Williams. Christian, Mother, GlamMa 👸🏽Elected the "People's Commissioner" since 2007-2019. Policy maker. Change agent. Community advocate.
The Kalamazoo Promise @KzooPromise
1K Followers 166 Following The Kalamazoo Promise is a scholarship for each Kalamazoo Public School's resident graduate that provides up to 100% tuition for post-secondary education.
Adam Harris @myrealtoradam
79 Followers 914 Following Husband | Father | Paramedic | Entrepreneur | Realtor with LPT Realty
LISC AmeriCorps @LISC_AmeriCorps
710 Followers 540 Following Since 1994, LISC AmeriCorps members have worked to build sustainable communities through support for locally-based enterprises and ideas.
LISC Hampton Roads @LISCHamptonRds
51 Followers 99 Following LISC Hampton Roads is a nonprofit that provides opportunities for people living in economically stressed neighborhoods.
OUTFRONT KALAMAZOO @outfrontkzoo
631 Followers 275 Following OutFront #Kalamazoo is a not-for-profit, charitable organization serving the LGBTQIA+ community in Southwest Michigan. 🏳️🌈 Learn more at https://t.co/XIcwa95Q9N
Dan Baisden @midwestplanner
4K Followers 4K Following Urban Sociologist, Urban Planner, Social Capital Research, Penn State, Arizona State
Julie M Rogers @vote4rogers
2K Followers 1K Following State Rep MI HD41, ArtsnCulture caucus co-chair, frm KzooCounty Commissioner, Physical Therapist, enviro champion,runner, personal page
Mike Krafcik @Mkrafcik
2K Followers 4K Following Communications- Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Former TV News Reporter. @NewhouseSU alum
twelvemile @twelvemileskies
0 Followers 9 Following
United Way BCKR @UnitedWayBCKR
812 Followers 687 Following This account is inactive. Follow @unitedforscmi for all UWSCMI news and updates!
Maurice A. Jones @mauriceajones_
4K Followers 1K Following Founder & CEO | Community and Economic Development & Mobility | Education | Public Policy | Media | Public & Private Sector Executive
MEDA @MEDA50
2K Followers 3K Following The Michigan Economic Developers Association strengthens economic development in MI by providing services & programs for economic developers. #Econdev
J @j________jj
0 Followers 273 Following
SonjaDean @SonjaDean17
3 Followers 4 Following Doing Triathlon as joyful suffering, knitter, professional do-gooder, mom/sister/spouse/friend of the people, living the Gen X dream
George Ashton @GeorgeAshtonIII
608 Followers 485 Following CEO, @CandideGroup Candide Group supports families, foundations, and other investors who want to flow their money into social-justice focused investments.
CEDAM @CEDAMinfo
1K Followers 577 Following Community Economic Development Association of Michigan | Advocacy, resources, and training for organizations working to create thriving communities
Denise Scott @LISCDeniseScott
190 Followers 139 Following @LISC_HQ former President | @NewYorkFed former Board Member | former @WhiteHouse appointee to @HUDgov | 40+ years in #commdev
Michigan Works! South... @MiWorksSW
1K Followers 746 Following Preparing, empowering, and transforming the workforce in Branch, Calhoun, Kalamazoo & St. Joseph Counties.
OUTFRONT KALAMAZOO @outfrontkzoo
631 Followers 275 Following OutFront #Kalamazoo is a not-for-profit, charitable organization serving the LGBTQIA+ community in Southwest Michigan. 🏳️🌈 Learn more at https://t.co/XIcwa95Q9N
WOOD TV8 @WOODTV
172K Followers 311 Following Official account of WOOD TV8 in Grand Rapids, Mich. Follow us for the latest breaking news and weather in West Michigan.
LISC AmeriCorps @LISC_AmeriCorps
710 Followers 540 Following Since 1994, LISC AmeriCorps members have worked to build sustainable communities through support for locally-based enterprises and ideas.
secondwave @secondwavemedia
1K Followers 1K Following A weekly online magazine focusing on growth, innovation and investment in the region, highlighting its talent, innovation, diversity and environment.City of Kalamazoo @kzoocity
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Enterprise Community ... @EnterpriseNow
21K Followers 6K Following We are a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one.
Maurice A. Jones @mauriceajones_
4K Followers 1K Following Founder & CEO | Community and Economic Development & Mobility | Education | Public Policy | Media | Public & Private Sector Executive
Local Initiatives Sup... @LISC_HQ
14K Followers 3K Following Follow us on LinkedIn + more: https://t.co/PMeBEyiqyK National nonprofit helping forge vibrant, resilient communities across America.
Teacher Mind AI @TeacherMindAI
6K Followers 835 Following
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5 Followers 43 Following specialize in mini cheesecakes, whole cheesecakes, truffle pops and bars 😋 can cater to any event your having #thesweetsyoucantbeat
Marc Sims @marcsimschicago
987 Followers 947 Following Marc Sims is a podcaster and lifelong Chicagoan. Just A few Questions podcast topics are education, public safety, and other stuff.
Christine Morse @Vote4Morse
2K Followers 842 Following Judge 9th CC Kzoo County, Former Rep MI HD 61/40, Mom of 3, Cancer Survivor, @waynestate law, @michiganstateu
Anderson Bros. Cleani... @SteamaticAb
29 Followers 486 Following Provides cleaning services and 24/7 emergency services for residential and commercial water, fire and storm damage. Call us anytime 269-327-9950
LISC FLINT @LiscFlint
441 Followers 1K Following LISC transforms neighborhoods through reinvestment, development, & sustainable growth strategies. LIKE us on FB https://t.co/AKBHlKKRXv
Brian Persky @BrianPersky
1K Followers 918 Following Director of Business Development @dscvrkzoosports @DiscoverKzoo #KzooIsSports #discoverkzoo #dad #husband #Kalamazoo #WMU #PNHSTennis #PACKstrong
Royal Oak Golf @royaloakgolfcen
5K Followers 3K Following Royal Oak Golf Center is one of Michigan’s premier outdoor driving range and mini-golf course. Fun for the whole family. Have Fun - Get Outside - Play Golf!
Drain Monkeys @DrainMonkeys
7 Followers 126 Following 24-hour drain cleaning service in Southwest, Michigan with 23 years of experience cleaning clogged drains, upfront pricing & no hidden fees guaranteed.
Kalamazoo College @kcollege
7K Followers 329 Following We do more in four years so students can do more in a lifetime.
StuartNeighborhood @StuartArea
173 Followers 142 Following SARA is hard at work in the Stuart Neighborhood of Kalamazoo preserving its historic buildings and working to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood.
Downtown Kalamazoo @DwntwnKalamazoo
12K Followers 2K Following The official source for the downtown lowdown on news and events.
WMed @WMUMedicine
2K Followers 188 Following Official Twitter Feed for all things Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
Kalamazoo Museum @KalamazooMuseum
5K Followers 360 Following The Kalamazoo Valley Museum features exhibits on science, technology and the history of Southwest Michigan.
Byce & Associates @ByceAssociates
271 Followers 213 Following Professional Services Design Firm specializing in Architectural, Interior Design, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering.
96.5 JACK FM Kalamazo... @jackfm965
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Gordon Evans @gordoevans
729 Followers 1K Following Director of Content, WMUK, public radio in Kalamazoo
Andrew Haan @Andrew_Haan
435 Followers 329 Following Michigander. Midwesterner. Believer in the power of cities.
Chris Praedel @chrispraedel
1K Followers 2K Following Father x 3 | Husband | Literacy and Youth Advocate | Local Gov't Nerd | Proud @wmualumni | Kalamazoo City Commissioner and Executive Director @Communityhw
T.J. Ward @tjwardii
104 Followers 177 Following Commercial Real Estate Developer and Broker based in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
NowKalamazoo @NowKalamazoo
672 Followers 887 Following News 2 live/work/play in Kalamazoo County: from public policy & key community issues 2 entrepreneurs, restaurants/chefs, culture-makers. Independent & Local.
Tim Bartik @TimBartik
5K Followers 3K Following Senior economist at the Upjohn Institute for Employment Research
Michael Kohler @mike_kohler
428 Followers 1K Following Now: MI Senate Dems Then: @MIAFLCIO, @DCCC, @hillaryscholten, @jonhoadley, @ElectILSenDems, @AFT. Board game enthusiast. Views are mine
Kalamazoo Gazette @Kzoo_Gazette
37K Followers 45 Following Local news provider for Southwest Michigan
Mayor David Anderson @DavidAndersonKZ
334 Followers 21 Following Born & raised in Kalamazoo; husband, father. City Commissioner. Advocate for affordable housing, strong neighborhoods, financial stability. Kalamazoo Mayor
ONEplace @ONEplaceKPL
611 Followers 219 Following Supporting and sustaining a strong nonprofit sector in Kalamazoo, MI.
Upjohn Institute (not... @UpjohnInstitute
3K Followers 1K Following We moved to Bluesky; please follow us there: https://t.co/eWKfT5qZ4O | Employment research, practice, policy. | Also [email protected]
United Way BCKR @UnitedWayBCKR
812 Followers 687 Following This account is inactive. Follow @unitedforscmi for all UWSCMI news and updates!
Kalamazoo Public Scho... @KPSschools
927 Followers 172 Following Kalamazoo Public Schools is a vibrant, growing district. Only KPS grads can earn a Kalamazoo Promise scholarship that provides up to 100% college tuition!
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171 Followers 194 Following Being Jon Arbuckle daily comic on instagram @gobonussaves