Recent News
CEDAM Welcomes New Executive Director
We are happy to announce that Ms. Jamie Schriner-Hooper will be starting as CEDAM's next Executive Director on August 9, 2010. Best wishes to outgoing Executive Director Angie Gaabo, and welcome Jamie!
CEDAM Candidate Guide Now Available
The Michigan primary election is Tuesday, August 3. Visit CEDAM's new Election Information and Resources page to find out what your candidates have to say about community development issues, where your polling place is, how your nonprofit can get out the vote, and more!
Voter Registration Deadline July 6, 2010
The deadline to register to vote in the August 3, 2010 Michigan primary is Tuesday, July 6, 2010. Spread the word! Click the link above to learn more.
ABPP Releases "Helping Working Families Achieve Financial Security" - second edition
The Michigan Asset Building Policy Project is proud to announce the release of its second edition of "Helping Working Families Achieve Financial Security." The report reviews past policy and advocacy successes, outlines our core research and policy goals, and presents a plan for the future to move asset building policy forward throughout the state of Michigan. Follow the link above to read more.
Announcing CCDI
CEDAM's Comprehensive Community Development Institute (CCDI) is launching this September! With three separate training modules for all experience levels, CCDI is the complete training program for Michigan's community development professionals. CEDAM and CDAD members receive significant discounts. Space is limited- register today!
Have you seen CEDAM's new video?
CEDAM is proud to present our new promotional video, highlighting the work of many of our members around the state. Click above to see the video on YouTube.
Foreclosure Resources Updated 4/7/10
There are new resources on the Michigan Foreclosure Task Force Resources page (click above). Housing counselors can download sample forms for working with lenders and homeowners for the 90-day law. Residents, counselors, and government officials in Southeast Michigan should visit the new Foreclosure Intervention and Neighborhood Stabilization Collaborative website (www.fightmortgageforeclosurefinsc.org).
Foreclosure 101 Resources for Legislators
The Foreclosure Task Force and CEDAM are hosting an educational event for the Michigan legislature on 2/23/10. Visit the MFTF page or click above to find resources from Foreclosure 101: What You Need to Know About Helping Constituents Facing Foreclosure.
Members: Renew Today!
Don't forget to renew your membership with CEDAM to keep receiving member benefits such as: 2010 Membership Directory and Resource Guide (NEW!), Funding Alerts/E-updates, Statewide media contact list (NEW!), Training Discounts, Policy Information, Discounts on Graphic Design and Video Production (NEW!), and much more.
MI AmeriCorps Foreclosure Corps Now Online
The Michigan AmeriCorps Foreclosure Corps, a project of CEDAM, the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness, and the Michigan Foreclosure Task Force, now has its own web page. Follow the link to learn how 20 individuals are helping agencies around the state fight the foreclosure crisis.
Check-Off Campaign for Housing and Community Development Fund
The 2009 tax season has begun - don't forget to "check the box" to donate to Michigan's Housing and Community Development Fund (MHCDF). Click the link above to find out more. Living in Michigan coalition members, click above to get to the online commitment form.
Census Resources for Nonprofits
The 2010 Census is coming soon, and it's important that Michigan residents are counted. The Michigan Nonprofit Association offers an excellent comprehensive census toolkit for nonprofits. Learn about why nonprofits matter in the census and how you can make sure that we get a complete count this year.
Happy Holidays from CEDAM
The staff of CEDAM wishes you safe travels and a happy new year! CEDAM will be closed from Dec. 24, 2009 until Jan. 4, 2010. In the meantime, feel free to explore our website and blog. We'll see you next year.
Housing Trust Fund report now available
CEDAM and the Northwest Michigan Council of Governments have commissioned a report from the Citizens Research Council on housing trusts at the state and local level. "Housing Trust Funds: Barriers and Opportunities" is now available to download on the CRC website. The report explores the various forms, purposes, and funding sources of housing trusts around the country.
Watch our Capital Day video!
Tiffany has created a 4-minute video with footage and information from the November 10 Capital Day. Watch it on our blog or on YouTube, and pass it along to your colleagues.
Happy Thanksgiving
We at CEDAM wish you a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. We are thankful for our members, who work every day to build and revitalize Michigan's communities.
Capital Day Policy Materials Available
If you missed our Capital Day Policy webinar, make sure to check out the materials on our Advocacy page. You can view the presentations and notes from the webinar, along with talking points.
Join us for Capital Day on November 10
CEDAM, ABC, and Foreclosure Task Force members, please join us in Lansing on Tuesday, 11/10/09 for a legislative advocacy day. There will be a policy webinar the week before, and advocacy training and group meetings with lawmakers on the 10th. This is a great way to meet your legislators and learn how to represent your organization and those you serve. RSVP today.
"Meet the Members" on the new site!
Want to know more about CEDAM's members? Visit the "Meet the Members" section of the site to learn who they are, where they are, and what motivates them. Make sure to click "in their own words" at the bottom of the page to read quotes from members. A current membership list is also available.
Webinar on 90-Day Foreclosure Law, November 6, '09
On Friday, November 6, 2009, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Lorray Brown will host a webinar on the 90-day pre-foreclosure negotiation law.