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Students at Erickson Elementary take place in an assembly introducing the My Future Fund program.

All Washtenaw County elementary students to receive $25 in free savings account through new program

Each young participant will start off with a free $25 deposit in a children's savings account, and students from lower-income families can receive an additional $475.

A graphic from the United Way of Washtenaw County's new ALICE report.
Report shows more Washtenaw County residents are above poverty level but can’t afford basic needs

A new report from the United Way of Washtenaw County finds that 27% of households in the county are asset limited, income constrained, and employed.

Washtenaw ISD partners on initiative to make mathematics more relevant to students’ lives

The Tri-County Culturally Responsive Mathematics Summer Institute will relate mathematics to students' lives and interests. It's open to students in Washtenaw, Oakland, and Wayne counties.

A flyer for the mental health awareness fair.
Ypsi schools and other Washtenaw County organizations to host mental health awareness fair

Along with guest speakers with lived mental health experience, the event will feature community vendors presenting family activities, music, games, therapy animals, and snacks.

Washtenaw County Office for Community and Economic Development Economic Opportunity Manager Cheranissa Williams.
Washtenaw County to host “Small Business Day” featuring free workshops for entrepreneurs

The free virtual event will involve several panels and discussions covering a variety of topics for those interested in starting a new business, seasoned small business owners, and anyone in between.

Voce Velata founder Kasia Bielak-Hoops.
Classical music is dominated by white men – and this Washtenaw County org is working to change that

Voce Velata is putting underrepresented composers at center stage through a youth ensemble and educational resources.

District 5 County Commissioner Justin Hodge.
Washtenaw County allocates $3 million for services to address rising homelessness rates

The funds will go to local organizations focusing on homelessness and other factors which may contribute to homelessness, such as access to healthy foods.

Old West Side Neighborhood in Ann Arbor.
Washtenaw County’s hottest residential markets in 2023, according to realtors

Higher demand compared to national trends is driving continued interest in popular neighborhoods – and even creating some new hot areas.

Participants in the 2022 SummerWorks program.
Summer youth employment program seeks Washtenaw County employers and young job-seekers

The SummerWorks program, which matches young adults with paid internships and mentoring in Washtenaw County, will return this summer for its eighth season.

Washtenaw County wins federal funds to launch criminal diversion program for young family caregivers

Young low-level offenders who are also primary caregivers to a family member will be given a chance to have criminal charges dropped after participating in supportive services.

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