Dear Friends,

I want to share a few recent stories of support, resilience, and caring for the needs of the community. These real moments from the past few weeks remind me why this work matters and why our team keeps showing up the way we do.

A community caregiver in Genesee and another in Saginaw came to us with different ideas to engage community support. Through personal and professional experiences, they wanted to start a support group so families can navigate different types of challenging situations. They approached us to see how we could help and we offered our Community Support Hubs to use as a free meeting space, including making a connection for a subject matter expert. Recently, the first gatherings were held, and they were very successful. These are great examples of partnering and nurturing ideas the community can build on.

On two separate occasions, we have learned that organizations are using our community events as an alternate way to connect with families as part of outreach. This was a great opportunity to work in harmony with the families on life skills and further explore family strengths and needs. Community partners were also able to make connections with new families that expressed the need for help because of the interactions they witnessed. True, real-time, organic supports.

Finally, a few days ago, a parent asked if we could be present and support them at a very stressful official engagement. Our team member did not hesitate. They immediately cleared their busy schedule to be there as support. No fanfare. No special program. Just a person who needed someone in their corner, and a team member who decided that support this person mattered most. Oh, and it may have helped! The outcome went well!

These are just a few of many stories that happen to our partners and us every day. When we truly engage and pay attention to what the family is asking, be consistent and complete with our solution, and be genuine and curious with our follow-up, the family will find their own way to success. Families are more comfortable and trusting when they see consistency and follow-through.

Kind regards,
Bridgitt

Terricina Jackson Featured on WNEM TV5 Focus on 5

One of our own took center stage on Tuesday, June 30th, when Terricina Jackson sat down with WNEM TV5 for a segment on Focus on 5.

Terricina shared her personal story, one that stretches from Saginaw all the way to Ghana, and centers on something we believe in deeply at FACT: the power of speaking your dream out loud and taking the next clear step toward it. Her conversation was a reminder that connection, relationships, and a willingness to move forward can open doors none of us could have predicted.

Terricina is an inspiration to her FACT teammates, the families we serve, and the partner providers we work alongside every day. Her willingness to share her story publicly reflects the same courage we see her bring to her work.

You can watch the video segments here...

PART 1

PART 2

JUNE COMMUNITY EVENTS

FOOD SMARTS Community Caregiver Dinner
Presented by the Crim Fitness Foundation

Shop, Cook, Taste....Challenge!
June 3, 2026 - North Flint Food Market

As part of our continued Growing Season effort, we collaborated with the Crim Fitness Foundation who presented their Food Smarts program at North Flint Food Market. This was a hands-on dinner built around shopping smart and eating well on a budget.

Caregivers participated in a two-part event to include a live interactive cooking demo and a shopping challenge. This gave families the chance to pick up real tips on comparing prices, planning meals, and choosing healthy, affordable foods. A free dinner was provided for everyone who attended. We ended the night by raffling off large crockpots to two lucky winners.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

HOOKED ON COMMUNITY

Free Fishing, Outdoor Activities and Lunch!
June 6th, 2026 - Blue Gill Boat Launch, Flint

On June 6th, FACT collaborated in the UAW Local 659 and the Union Sportsmen's Alliance's Get Youth Outdoors Day at the Blue Gill Boat Launch in Genesee County for a free day of fishing, outdoor activities, and lunch.

We reached out to our families and invited them to join the day. While children fished, built birdhouses, kayaked, tried archery, and watched bird-of-prey demonstrations, FACT staff were on hand to connect with parents and caregivers and share information about available services.

It was a great day, and we are grateful to our partners for including us.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

**NEXT CAREGIVER DINNER**

**KITES & BBQ**
Sponsored by FACT On The Go & Hungry Howie's
**July 28**, **2026**, **6:00pm to 8:00pm**
**Physician's Park - Grand Blanc**
218 Reid Road
Grand Blanc, MI 48439

Sponsored by Molina Healthcare of Michigan
& Big Dog’s Specialty Hotdogs
**REGISTER HERE**
Join FACT and Molina Healthcare for **Kites & BBQ,** a free outdoor evening at Physician's Park in Grand Blanc. Enjoy BBQ, kites, swings, slides, and good company. This event is for caregivers and families we serve. Don't forget to be ready for the SPLASHPAD! Bring a towel and swimsuit!

MOBILE MONDAY

Saginaw County, One Year Strong!
June 8, 2026 - Saginaw Community Support Hub

On June 8th, we celebrated the first anniversary of Mobile Monday Celebration of Literacy at the FACT Saginaw Community Support Hub. Many partners and families from the community showed up.

Families found free books, on-site referrals, student checking accounts, family essentials, a vision exam, and take-home meal bags. Hungry Howie's provided free pizza for up to 50 kids. Organizations from across Saginaw County were on site and available, including Financial Plus Credit Union, ELGA Credit Union, Great Lakes Bay Health Credit Union, Public Libraries of Saginaw, the Saginaw County Health Department, and many more.

One year in, Mobile Monday keeps growing. FACT 989 Reads is proud to coordinate it and proud of every partner who keeps showing up.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap

**NEXT MOBILE MONDAY**

**Sponsored by FACT On The Go & Hungry Howie's**
**July 13**, **2026**, 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Carrollton Elementary
3211 Carla Drive
Saginaw, MI 48604

Sponsored by FACT On The Go! and Carrollton Schools
**REGISTER HERE**
Families can access free books for youth, student checking account information, take-home meal bags, limited family essentials, and on site referrals to local services. Free pizza from **HUNGRY HOWIES** will be available for up to 50 kids.

LOADS OF LOVE GENESEE COUNTY

Loads of Love FREE Community Laundry Day
June 16, 2026 - ProClean - Pierson Road

On June 16th, FACT hosted our Free Community Laundry Day at Pro Clean on Pierson Road in Genesee County. Families completed up to three free loads of laundry per household and received free laundry supplies.

This event was made possible with major support from Molina Healthcare of Michigan, along with partnership from ELGA Credit Union, ProClean and Bendle/Carman Ainsworth Early Head Start.

This event makes a big difference for families and we are glad to keep showing up to offer it.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

NEXT LOADS OF LOVE GENESEE COUNTY

Tuesday, July 21st , 11:00am to 2:00pm
ProClean Dry Cleaning and Coin Laundry
5030 Pierson Road, Flint, MI 48504

REGISTER HERE

LOADS OF LOVE SAGINAW COUNTY

Loads of Love FREE Community Laundry Day
June 18, 2026 - Wash King Dry Cleaning & Laundromat

On June 18th, FACT hosted a Free Community Laundry Day at Wash King Dry Cleaners and Laundromat in Saginaw County. Families completed up to three free loads of laundry per household and received free laundry supplies.

It was a close-knit event. Families spent time together while the machines ran, and a laundromat full of strangers slowly became a room full of neighbors.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

**NEXT LOADS OF LOVE SAGINAW COUNTY**

**Tuesday, July 23rd, 11:00am to 2:00pm**
Colby's Dry Cleaning and Coin Laundry - Bay Road
3263 Bay Road, Saginaw, MI 48603

**REGISTER HERE**

FACT On The Go returned to the R.L. Jones Community Resource Center on June 4th and 27th, where we helped hundreds of individuals with household necessities alongside the great work the R.L. Jones Community Resource Center team already does for the neighborhood. On June 5th, FACT On The Go joined the Bendle/Carman-Ainsworth Resource Fair at Early Head Start.

FACT staff were also out in the community in other ways. On June 6th, our team had a resource table at Saginaw's 2nd Annual Wear Orange Event for National Gun Violence Awareness Day. On June 27th, FACT joined FliAnthropy's Family Advocacy Fun Day, connecting with families touched by autism and other developmental disabilities.

Whether we are rolling out the mobile unit or sitting at a resource table, FACT shows up where families are. If you are planning a community event and want FACT there, contact info@mi-fact.org to find out how to get us involved.

FACT On The Go is scheduled to appear at...
R.L. Jones Community Resource Center

Thursday, July 9th, distribution starts around 10:00am
Thursday, July 30th, distribution starts around 10:00am

SUPPORT THAT SHOWS UP RIGHT AWAY

Our Hubs stay active because of simple, steady support. Coffee is on. Supplies are stocked. Families walk into a space that is ready for them.

$25 keeps coffee, water, and snacks available for families visiting the Community Support Hubs
$50 helps FACT acquire cleaning supplies, paper goods, and basic household items for FACT On The Go distributions
$100 supports activities, books, and supplies used during family visits and Community Events
$250 helps support a caregiver dinner, Mobile Monday, or community event where families gather, eat, and connect

Every gift helps keep this work consistent and available.

Other sponsorship opportunities are available.

To learn more, please contact Bridgitt at bridgitt@mi-fact.org or visit mi-fact.org/donate to make a gift today.

DONATE TODAY

UPCOMING FACT EVENTS

JULY ENVISIONING GROUP
Tuesday, July 14th

9:00am to 10:30am
Virtual via Microsoft Teams

Next steps for 'Growing Season' including financial literacy and everyday life skills development and refinement
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 helping shape this effort from the start
Stay up to date on what other organizations are doing, how the Growing Season is moving forward, and the latest updates from FACT
Connect with colleagues across both counties to improve coordination and reach more families

These meetings are open to all subscribers. Whether you are new or have joined before, your input helps guide next steps

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

FACT COMMUNITY SUPPORT HUBS CLOSED
Fri., July 3rd
We will reopen on Monday, July 6th at 8:30am

GENESEE - FACT On The Go! - RL Jones Comm. Outreach
Thu., July 9th - Starts near 10:00am to about 12:00pm - 6800 Dort Highway, Flint, MI 48505
We are joining RL Jones Community Outreach Center to help those in need.

SAGINAW - Mobile Monday - Celebrating Literacy
Mon., July 13th, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, Carrollton Elementary, 3211 Carla Drive, Saginaw, MI 48604
Community partners will be on site with resources and activities for families. We focus on supporting literacy efforts, and make it easier to connect with support close to home.

VIRTUAL - Community Partners Envisioning Group
Tue., July 14th, 9:00am - 10:30am, via Teams Online Conferencing Tool
Join FACT team members for free coffee and a discussion about local services.

GENESEE - Loads of Love - Free Community Laundry Day
Tue., July 21st, 11:00am - 2:00pm, ProClean, 5030 Pierson Rd, Flint, MI 48504
Up to 3 Free Loads of Laundry per household! Free Laundry Supplies! Let's Tumble Together!!

SAGINAW - Loads of Love - Free Community Laundry Day
Thu., July 28th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Physician's Park, 218 Reid Rd, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
Enjoy BBQ, kites, swings, slides, and good company.

GENESEE - FACT On The Go! - RL Jones Comm. Outreach
Thu., July 30th - Starts near 10:00am to about 12:00pm - 6800 Dort Highway, Flint, MI 48505
We are joining RL Jones Community Outreach Center to help those in need.