Mt. Pleasant Area Community Foundation

For good. For ever.

306 South University Avenue Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858 United States

(989) 773-7322

Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for all citizens of Isabella County, now and for generations to come, by attracting and holding permanent endowed funds from a wide range of donors, addressing needs through grant making and providing leadership on key community issues.

Christmas Outreach: Fostering the Holiday Spirit

December 07, 2023  /  Liz Conway

Since the 1980’s, Christmas Outreach of Isabella County has been a vital nonprofit, bringing together diverse individuals and groups each fall/winter to provide essential items for local residents and families in need during the holiday season. The organization offers a variety of items, including winter clothes, books, bedding, linens, towels, Christmas items, Christmas trees, and household items assembled into baskets.

In 2022, the organization assisted more than 1,600 individuals from 482 households. Given the current economic challenges, including high inflation, Christmas Outreach anticipates making an even greater impact this holiday season for those in need. The Harkins Community Fund awarded an $8,000 grant so that the organization can provide baskets filled with essential household items during the distribution event this year. The Women’s Initiative Fund also awarded a $4,000 grant to provide snow pants to children and young women/girls.

Through these grants through MPACF, Christmas Outreach of Isabella County can continue its crucial role in addressing the needs of Isabella County this holiday season!