The Shiawassee Family YMCA is growing, thanks to support from the Cook Family Foundation. A $62,834 grant is helping the Y expand its programming as part of its turnaround plan to improve both its success and sustainability. The grant … Continue reading →
On March 19, forty-nine eighth grade students officially became Shiawassee Scholars. The Class of 2023 pictured here is from: Byron, Corunna, Durand, Laingsburg, Morrice, New Lothrop, Owosso, Perry and St. Paul schools. By identifying and recognizing academically talented students early, … Continue reading →
We have long been fans of the University of Michigan, but since last year when our Executive Director, Tom Cook, was diagnosed with a brain tumor, we have become even bigger advocates and supporters. The neurosurgery team at Michigan Medicine … Continue reading →
Applying for financial aid may be the most important task many a high school senior and their family will undertake; it may also be the most daunting. To help academically talented students sort through this process, the Cook Family Foundation … Continue reading →
It has been said before, but it bears repeating–we are stronger when we come together to improve our community. On November 27, #GivingTuesday, Shiawassee County residents had an opportunity to help support 17 community organizations. This collaborative effort, working under the … Continue reading →
We are stronger when we come together to improve our community. This November 27, on #GivingTuesday, Shiawassee County residents have an opportunity to help support 17 community organizations. This collaborative effort, working under the hashtag #RaiseUpShiawassee, provides a connection to … Continue reading →
Recently, the University of Michigan produced this report on the work of the Cook Family Foundation to support students from Shiawassee County to attend UofM. In one important case, serving a student also served our community. Here is the story: … Continue reading →
The Shiawassee County region’s top academically accomplished high school seniors have been nominated for scholarships to the University of Michigan by the Cook Family Foundation. One of these students will be selected to receive a four-year, full-tuition scholarship from … Continue reading →
The Cook Family Foundations wants success for both our best nonprofits and for our best students. We support community organizations through the NonProfit Capacity Building program, and we provide scholarships to the University of Michigan for graduates of ten area high schools. We also strive … Continue reading →
In the simplest of terms, the #GivingTuesday global movement encourages people, as part of their holiday shopping and traditions with family, to think about making a donation (of time, talent or treasure) to help others. Last year the Cook Family … Continue reading →
