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Lessons of Grace Found at Mel Trotter Ministries.

If you’re reading this post you may be aware that one of the “hats I wear” is Board Chair at Mel Trotter Ministries (“MTM”). Yesterday I was at MTM for a “Meet the Mission Luncheon” – our board and staff extend regular invitations to business/community leaders, churches, and anyone interested in learning about what we doContinue reading “Lessons of Grace Found at Mel Trotter Ministries.”

Lawsuit Puts ‘Homeless Alcoholics’ in the Spotlight.

I read an article this morning from the ABAJoural entitled: Civil rights suit says Virginia ‘drunkard’ law criminalizes those who are homeless alcoholics. According to the article, a federal civil rights suit filed Thursday in Roanoke, Virginia says two cities are unconstitutionally jailing homeless alcoholics. A fact sheet provided by the attorneys representing the individuals stated: “AsContinue reading “Lawsuit Puts ‘Homeless Alcoholics’ in the Spotlight.”

A Call to Serve, a Call to Lead

I was reviewing the headlines of the latest edition of the Non Profit Quarterly when I came across this headline: NPQ’s Comment Roundup: On Younger Leaders, from the Perspective of Older Leaders . You can check out the article here This article addresses an issue that I’ve observed over the last 7 years… I’ve seen this to some degreeContinue reading “A Call to Serve, a Call to Lead”

Michigan Business Update for Social Entrepreneurs and Business Owners

Happy Monday, all! A quick update – I recently posted on social entrepreneurship and crowdfunding in Michigan. Check that post here. By way of update, Today, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) posted a press release about a crowdfunding campaign launched by a Ypsilanti non-profit – “Cultivate Coffee and Tap House.” As I’ve mentioned in aContinue reading “Michigan Business Update for Social Entrepreneurs and Business Owners”

Michigan Business Law Update: House Bill to Create “Application Fairness” for Felons

House Bill 4208 would create the “Michigan Application Fairness Act” – you can see the text of the bill that was introduced into the Michigan House on February 17, 2015 Under the Bill, “An employer shall not make or use an initial application for employment that elicits or attempts to elicit information concerning conviction ofContinue reading “Michigan Business Law Update: House Bill to Create “Application Fairness” for Felons”

Business Law Update: It Will Be a Merry Christmas For Some Startup Non-Profits.

Christmas has come early for some small non-profits seeking federal tax exemption under the 1023-EZ Application Process. Back in September I posted on the Federal Government’s new process for a potentially quicker and more cost-effective way for small startup non-profits to gain 501(c)(3) Exemption. You can see that article here As a recap, The IRSContinue reading “Business Law Update: It Will Be a Merry Christmas For Some Startup Non-Profits.”

Non-Profit provides Legal Advocacy to Homeless Victims of Crimes

I just read this article about a non-profit legal advocacy group helping Homeless Victims of Crimes http://whnt.com/2014/09/10/local-organization-encouraging-homeless-crime-victims-to-seek-help-from-proper-authorities-in-wake-of-mark-pridmores-death/ I always find it exciting to hear about groups or individuals who are truly trying to identify an unmet need in society and then run full speed ahead to meet that need, particularly for the oppressed and vulnerableContinue reading “Non-Profit provides Legal Advocacy to Homeless Victims of Crimes”

How to Talk to Your Kids About Homelessness

Great Blog Post by Mel Trotter Ministries How to Talk to Your Kids About Homelessness.