Giving
We support communities in every corner of Kalamazoo County. They all add up to one community.
Our vision is for this community to be the most equitable place to live. When this vision is a reality, every person who calls this place home will have the skills and opportunities they need to live their best life and our community will be one where we all love to live.
To help address our community's greatest needs and aspirations, give to our Love Where You Live Fund. If you're interested in a specific area of need, our focused Love Where You Live Funds are right for you.
Greatest Needs
Supports nonprofit programs addressing the greatest needs as they change over time to make Kalamazoo County a community where all can thrive.
Arts
Supports nonprofit programs that honor, awaken, and nourish diverse arts and culture programming for a more vibrant and connected community.
Economy
Provides resources for entrepreneurial and local infrastructure development, job training, and wealth-building opportunities to sustain a strong local economy.
Education
Supports nonprofit programs from cradle to career and scholarships for post-secondary education to provide equitable opportunities for lifelong learners.
Environment
Supports nonprofit programs to preserve and sustain Kalamazoo County's natural environment.
Health
Supports nonprofit programs to increase the quality and access to health care services for all, improving county-wide health outcomes.
Housing
Supports nonprofit programs that make housing affordable, safe, and available.
Youth
Provides resources to support and develop young people in Kalamazoo County.
Senior Philanthropic Advisor
Beth Gregory-Wallis
Have questions about our Love Where You Live Funds or making a gift?
COMMUNITY VOICES
"We contribute to the KZCF Love Where You Live Fund because we love living in a community so vibrant with culture, food and surrounding natural spaces. More importantly, there is a deep striving in our city to ensure all members of this community gain resources to live. This community thrives only when ALL of us are thriving." - Dave McCollum and Beth Herman