In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we’re highlighting Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month. Host Chakara Wheeler, Program Officer at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Asa Ascencio Zuccaro. Asa is the Executive Director of Latinx Technology & Community Center, a non-profit organization focused on enhancing the dignity and quality of life for the Flint & Genesee County Latinx community and other cultures.

Tune in to discover how this community-driven organization strengthens cultural pride, provides resources, and offers volunteer and engagement opportunities. Join us as we learn about the importance of supporting Hispanic and Latinx heritage in our community, and how we can all play a part in celebrating these vibrant cultures.

Learn more about Latinx Technology & Community Center at latinxflint.org, and visit cfgf.org to see how the Community Foundation of Greater Flint is influencing and connecting generosity to Genesee County needs. For good. For ever. For everyone.

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In this special episode of Philanthropy Speaks, we’re highlighting National Literacy Month with an in-depth conversation on the transformative power of literacy in Flint and Genesee County. Host Sue Peters, Vice President of Community Impact at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, is joined by Vincent Slocum, Executive Director of the Flint & Genesee Literacy Network. Together, they explore how raising literacy levels strengthens families, drives community development, and fosters lasting change.

Tune in to learn about the Flint & Genesee Literacy Network’s innovative two-generational approach to literacy, the challenges they are addressing, and inspiring success stories from the field. Discover how literacy is a key to unlocking economic stability, health, and equity in our region.

Learn more about the Flint & Genesee Literacy Network at flintliteracynetwork.org, and visit cfgf.org to see how the Community Foundation of Greater Flint is influencing and connecting generosity to Genesee County needs. For good. For ever. For everyone.

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In this episode of Philanthropy Speaks, Lynn Williams, Director of Equity & Community Engagement of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, sits down with Flint neighborhood advocate Carma Lewis to celebrate Black Philanthropy Month. Carma is a CFGF Board Member, Office Manager for US Representative Dan Kildee, and President of Flint Neighborhoods United. Tune in to discover Lynn and Carma's philanthropic journeys, passion towards Flint and Genesee County, and what inspires them to give back.

Learn more about the work of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint at cfgf.org. Learn more about Flint Neighborhoods United at flintneighborhoodsunited.org.

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