FACT MARCH RECAP
Dear Friends,
At a recent event, a family shared something that has stayed with us. They told us they look forward to our gatherings because it is the only real time they are able to be together as a family.
These dinners give families a time and place to be a family. Without the need for cooking dinner, cleaning up or entertaining the kids, families can focus on fun times together. Families also learn about protective factors, make connections with other families, and learn about resources they can use right away.
We call them Caregiver Dinners on purpose. Families come in many forms. Grandparents raising grandchildren, relatives stepping in, foster parents, and even older siblings caring for younger ones. That is why families and community partners agreed together that naming it a 'Caregiver Dinner' makes it more inviting to all and celebrates those who show up every day to keep the family together.
These Caregiver Dinner Events also create Positive Childhood Experiences (PCE's). Time spent together as a family with positive interactions contribute to healthy child development. Research shows that these experiences build resilience, strengthen relationships, and help children manage stress and challenges over time.
Thank you for being part of this work.
Kind regards,
Bridgitt
FACT Back in front of State Appropriations Panel
FACT CEO, Bridgitt McCaughey spoke in front of the Michigan House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor and Economic Opportunity on March 16th. She shared how FACT works with families across Genesee and Saginaw Counties, focusing on removing barriers, staying connected, and following through. The message was clear, this is what prevention looks like in real time through local partnerships, direct support, and strong coordination. Thank you to Representative David Martin, and Representative Jasper Martus for their support, and to the partners and families who continue to move this work forward.
You can watch the full testimony HERE!
COMMUNITY EVENTS IN MARCH
Mobile Monday
Saginaw County's Pop-Up
of Books, Fun, Food and Family Resources
March 9th, 2026 - Butman Fish Library
Mobile Monday at Butman-Fish Library brought families together for a beautiful evening focused on access, learning, and connection. Children had the opportunity to pick out free books and take part in hands-on activities, while caregivers connected with local partners and received clear, direct information about available resources.
Families were able to access essential items, hygiene kits, and on-site referrals to services that meet everyday needs. Events like this create a simple entry point for families to ask questions, get connected, and leave with something tangible.
This month also included art, creativity, and wellness activities, along with youth engagement led by Park and Play Mobile. These elements keep kids involved while caregivers take the time to connect and gather information.
Mobile Monday continues to bring resources directly into the neighborhood in a setting that is familiar and easy to access. The library provided a strong location for families to come in, participate, and engage at their own pace.
Thank you to Blue Cross Complete of Michigan for sponsoring this month’s Mobile Monday, and to the Public Libraries of Saginaw for their continued partnership in making these events possible.
NEXT MOBILE MONDAY
April 13th from 4:30pm to 6:30pm at
Brucker Preschool - Saginaw ISD
6005 Fort Road
Bridgeport/Spaulding
REGISTER HERE!
Sponsored by
Jolt Credit Union!
Families can pick up literacy resources for youth, take home meal bags, and connect with on-site referrals to local services, all in one place. Activities for kids and additional resources available.
Loads of Love Genesee County
Loads of Love FREE Community Laundry Day
March 17th, 2026 - ProClean - Pierson Road
March’s Loads of Love in Genesee County at Pro Clean on Pierson Road brought in a strong turnout, with families taking advantage of up to three free loads of laundry and supplies.
Families connected with FACT staff, asked questions, and picked up simple ways to make laundry more efficient and stretch their budgets. These small, practical tips continue to be a key part of how the event works.
Thank you to Molina Healthcare of Michigan for supporting Loads of Love and helping make these events possible for families across Genesee County. Also, Greater Heights Academy and FLEX High School stopped by to share information with families about their school and opportunities for students.
NEXT GENESEE LOADS OF LOVE
ProClean Dry Cleaners & Laundromat
Tuesday, April 21st, 11:00am to 2:00pm
5229 Corunna Rd, Flint, MI 48532
REGISTER HERE!
Loads of Love FREE Laundry Day – Saginaw County
March 19th, 2026 - Wash King Dry Cleaners & Laundromat
Loads of Love FREE Laundry Day, Saginaw County
March 19th, 2026, Wash King Dry Cleaners and Laundromat
March’s Loads of Love at Wash King in Saginaw had another great turnout. Many households were able to complete up to three loads, helping relieve a basic but important need.
While families waited for the spin cycle and dry time, conversations took place between neighbors. Everything from practical ways to manage laundry at home, and families were able to use the opportunity to ask questions and get connected to local resources.
NEXT SAGINAW LOADS OF LOVE
Colby's Coin Laundry & Dry Cleaning
Thursday, April 23rd, 11:00am to 2:00pm
3263 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603
REGISTER HERE!
One reason we had such a big crowd was TV5 helping to get the word out to the community! Click here to watch!
Thank you for your Support at another FACT Family Fundraiser
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our QDOBA fundraiser on March 24th, and supported FACT. It was simple, grab a meal, scan the QR code or use the code, and you helped families across our community!
Crafting Kindness – Genesee County
Caregiver Dinner
March 25th, 2026 - FACT Community Support Hub
Crafting Kindness brought a close group of families together at the Genesee County Support Hub for an evening focused on time together and creating something meaningful.
After sharing a meal, every family member was able to design their very own egg. With helpful tips from Artdillo Studios, we were able to create an beautiful egg garland that we have on display at in our FACT Support Hub. There was a lot of participation and conversation. Once again, our Caregiver Dinner event is a highlight of the month for our families and FACT team members alike.
NEXT GENESEE CAREGIVER DINNER
Planting Day and Caregiver Dinner
Wednesday, April 22nd, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Edible Flint Educational Farm
1628 Beach St, Flint, MI 48503
REGISTER HERE!
NEXT SAGINAW CAREGIVER DINNER
Planting Day and Caregiver Dinner
Wednesday, April 29th, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
FACT Community Support Hub - Saginaw
3605 Davenport, Saginaw, MI 48602
REGISTER HERE!
FACT On The Go returned to the R.L. Jones Community Resource Center on March 12th and 26th. Families arrived early, and lines formed quickly as people came for food and household supplies.
We supported hundreds of community members with non-food household items that help keep things stable at home.
These events also create an opportunity for connection. The FACT team shares clear information about additional support and resources available through FACT and community partners, helping families take next steps.
FACT On The Go will return to
R.L. Jones Community Resource Center
April 9th and April 30th starting around 10:00am
Families are encouraged to stop by and connect with the team.
YOUR GIFT MOVES THIS WORK FORWARD
We want to thank everyone who has already given in support of FACT. Your generosity strengthens families and keeps trusted community spaces open and active across Genesee and Saginaw Counties.
The FACT Forward Campaign is our $1 million capital effort to strengthen this work for the long term. This investment expands Hub services, improves mobile outreach, and helps us respond to the growing needs we see each week.
If you have already donated, thank you for being part of this effort. If you are considering a gift, we invite you to join us as we move into the next month and beyond. Corporate sponsorships are also available and support Hubs, mobile outreach, and family centered events.
To learn more, please contact Bridgitt at bridgitt@mi-fact.org or visit mi-fact.org/donate to make a gift today.
UPCOMING FACT EVENTS
The Growing Season Starts Now
Our Envisioning Groups continue to bring strong participation from leaders, partners, and community members across Genesee and Saginaw Counties. These sessions bring voices together to guide direction, priorities, and growth.
Tuesday, April 14th
9:00am to 10:30am
Virtual via Microsoft Teams
Next steps for 'Growing Season' including 'Planting Day and Caregiver Dinners', learning to cook and everyday shopping strategies
How partners can align efforts to connect families to existing food resources and avoid duplication
Updates from organizations across Genesee and Saginaw Counties
Why Join the Envisioning Group
Work alongside partners and community voices shaping this effort from the ground up
Stay informed on what other organizations' happenings, how the Growing Season is developing, and the latest updates from FACT
Network and connect with colleagues from across both counties to strengthen coordination and reach more families
These meetings are open to all subscribers. Whether this is your first time or you attend regularly, your perspective helps guide what comes next.
To attend, email Bridgitt at bridgitt@mi-fact.org to receive the calendar invite and Microsoft Teams Meeting link, or REGISTER HERE.
There is ALWAYS something happening at FACT!
EVENT - DATE & LOCATION - DETAILS
GENESEE - Community Coffee Chat
Wed., Apr. 8th, 10:00am to 12:00pm, Good Beans Cafe, 328 N Grand Traverse St, Flint, MI 48503
Join FACT team members for free coffee and a discussion about local services.
GENESEE - FACT On The GO! - RL Jones Comm. Outreach
Thu., Apr. 9th - Starts near 10:00am to about 12:00pm - 6800 Dort Highway, Flint, MI 48505E
We are joining RL Jones Community Outreach Center to help those in need.
SAGINAW - Mobile Monday - Celebrating Literacy
Mon., Apr. 13th -4:30pm - 6:30pm - Brucker Preschool Saginaw ISD - 6005 Fort Road
Bridgeport/Spaulding
Saginaw Library's Book Mobile along with many great community partners! Check out our post on Facebook.
GENESEE - Loads of Love - Free Community Laundry Day
Tue., Apr. 21st - 11:00am - 2:00pm - ProClean - 5229 Corunna Rd, Flint, MI 48532
Up to 3 Free Loads of Laundry per household! Free Laundry Supplies! Let's Tumble Together!
GENESEE - Growing Season Planting Day and Caregiver Dinner
Wed., Apr. 22nd - 6:00pm - 7:30pm - Edible Flint Educational Farm1628 Beach St, Flint, MI 48503
Planting Day at Edible Flint kicked off the Growing Season with families learning simple ways to grow food and get started at home. REGISTER
SAGINAW - Loads of Love Free Community Laundry Day
Thu., Apr. 23rd - 11:00am - 2:00pm - Colby's Coin Laundry & Dry Cleaning, 3263 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI 4860
Up to 3 Free Loads of Laundry per household! Free Laundry Supplies! Let's Tumble Together!
SAGINAW - Community Coffee Chat
Fri., Apr. 24th - 11:30am - 1:30pm - SVRC Marketplace - 203 S Washington Saginaw, MI 48607 KRAV'N COOKIES & COFFEE
Join FACT team members for free coffee and a discussion about local services.
SAGINAW - Growing Season Planting Day and Caregiver Dinner
Wed., Apr. 297th - 6:00pm - 7:30pm - FACT Hub Saginaw 3605 Davenport, Saginaw, MI 48602
Planting Day at the Saginaw Hub will start the Growing Season with families learning simple ways to grow food and get started at home. REGISTER
GENESEE - FACT On The GO! - RL Jones Comm. Outreach
Thu., Apr. 30th - Starts near 10:00am to about 12:00pm - 6800 Dort Highway, Flint, MI 48505E
We are joining RL Jones Community Outreach Center to help those in need.