Dear Friends and Community Partners,

July showed why this work matters. Recently, a few parents who are regular visitors to FACT activities were inspired to create parent support groups on their own. Crafted from their own life experiences, these creators intend to help others in the community prepare for the challenges they may face.

Examples like this, along with the continued support of our subscribers and community partners, are why we are excited to share that FACT received an appropriation in the State of Michigan's budget for the next fiscal year. This funding will allow us to continue and grow our work with families across Genesee and Saginaw Counties.

We would like to thank Representative David Martin for his unwavering support of FACT. We also thank Representative Jasper Martus, the chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Human Services, Representative John Roth, the Senate DHHS Appropriations Subcommittee Chairperson, Sylvia Santana, as well as the entire legislative body for believing in our mission and the families we serve.

FACT looks forward to attending many community and back-to-school events throughout August. We have included events taking place across Genesee and Saginaw Counties. Please review the newsletter, stop by our table, and say hello.

Thank you to every family, partner, volunteer, and supporter who continues to make this work possible.

Kind regards,

Bridgitt

JULY COMMUNITY EVENTS

MOBILE MONDAY

July 13, 2026 - Saginaw Community Support Hub

FACT 989 Reads brought Mobile Monday to Carrollton Public Schools for an evening of books, food, family activities, and community resources.

Families received free books, household essentials, food bags, teen hygiene kits, financial education, and help connecting with local services. Children enjoyed pizza from Hungry Howie's, art activities, basketball games, snow cones, popcorn, a foam party, and time on the elementary and middle school playgrounds.

Thank you to Lindsay Bryce, Carrollton Public Schools, student volunteers, Delighted to Doula, United Way, Hungry Howie's, ELGA Credit Union, Financial Plus Credit Union, Lake Huron Credit Union, Side by Side Mobile, Sevyn Rentals, Mary Fives, MyMichigan Health, and FACT On The Go for helping make the evening possible.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

989Reads Mobile Mondays Featured on Local News!

MID-MICHIGAN NOW - NBC 25/FOX 66

Kids receive free books and more at Carrollton Elementary in Saginaw

SAGINAW, Mich.—The organization Families and Children Together (F.A.C.T.)offered a day of fun and giveaways at their Mobile Monday event. (more)

CLICK HERE to watch the news segment!

ABC12 - WJRT

FACT Mobile Monday held at Carrollton Public Schools

CARROLLTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - Carrollton Public Schools partnered with Family and Children Together, or FACT, on Monday to bring books, food and family resources to the community. (more)

CLICK HERE to watch the news segment!

NEXT MOBILE MONDAY
Sponsored by FACT On The Go, Blue Cross Complete & Mission in the City
**August 10**, **2026**, 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Mission In The City Park
1401 Janes Ave.
Saginaw, MI 48601

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
July 21st, 2026 - ProClean - Pierson Road

FACT hosted Loads of Love at Pro Clean on Pierson Road, where families completed up to three free loads of laundry and received laundry supplies.

While families waited, they connected with FACT, ELGA Credit Union, and Bendle/Carman-Ainsworth Early Head Start to learn about local services and resources.

Thank you to Molina Healthcare of Michigan for providing major support for the event and helping FACT reduce a common household expense for families.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap

NEXT LOADS OF LOVE GENESEE

Major Support from Molina Healthcare of Michigan

Tuesday, August 18th
11:00am to 2:00pm

Clio Laundromat & Cleaners
2127 W Vienna Rd.
Clio, MI 48420

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LOADS OF LOVE SAGINAW COUNTY

Loads of Love FREE Community Laundry Day
July 23, 2026 - Colby's Coin Laundry & Dry Cleaning

FACT hosted Loads of Love at Colby's Coin Laundry and Dry Cleaning, where families completed up to three free loads of laundry and received free laundry supplies.

While families waited, they connected with FACT staff and other caregivers. MSU Extension helped keep children engaged with educational games and activities.

Loads of Love reduced a common household expense while creating time for families to connect, share experiences, and learn about resources available in Saginaw County.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

**NEXT LOADS OF LOVE GENESEE COUNTY**

**Thursday, August 20th** , 11:00am to 2:00pm
Center Road Laundry
107 S Center Rd.
Saginaw, MI 48638

**REGISTER HERE**

LOADS OF LOVE SAGINAW COUNTY

Physicians Park
July 28th, 2026 - Physicians Park, Grand Blanc

FACT hosted Kites & BBQ at Physicians Park in Grand Blanc for an evening of family fun, food, and connection.

Families enjoyed hot dogs, ice cream, kites, the splash pad, playgrounds, and time together in the park. The weather brought a steady breeze that made it a great evening for flying kites.

Thank you to Molina Healthcare of Michigan and B-Dogs Specialty Hot Dogs for helping make the event possible.

CLICK HERE to see photos and read the full recap.

FACT was active across Genesee and Saginaw Counties throughout July.

Our team joined the Bridgton Place Community Resource Fair in Saginaw, the Americans with Disabilities Act Celebration hosted by the Disability Network, the Gus Macker tournament with Flex High School, the Crime Stoppers S.H.A.R.E. Fair at Berston Fieldhouse, the 4th Annual Saginaw CAP Block Party, and the Parents Just Like Me parent support group.

FACT On The Go also returned to the R.L. Jones Community Resource Center twice during the month. We helped hundreds of individuals receive non-food household essentials, including bath towels and personal care products, alongside the work already being done by the R.L. Jones team.

August will bring many more community and back-to-school events across both counties. FACT will be present throughout the month, so there is a good chance we will see many of you while we are out in the community. To invite FACT to a community event, contact info@mi-fact.org.

FACT On The Go is scheduled to appear...

R.L. Jones Community Resource Center
Thursday, August 13th, distribution starts around 10:00am

And for the First Anniversary of our FACT On The Go debut...

RL Jones Community Back to School Day
Thursday, August 20th, 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

AUGUST ENVISIONING GROUP - Tuesday, August 11th

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

As FACT prepares to expand its work through the next year, we are beginning to explore how we can create stronger support for families across Genesee and Saginaw Counties.

This Envisioning Group will focus on:

The financial literacy and everyday life skills portion of the Growing Season
Ideas for future programs and services as FACT prepares to grow
Recommendations for topics that could be included in a future FACT Symposium
Updates from organizations serving Genesee and Saginaw Counties

Why Join the Envisioning Group:

Help shape the next steps for FACT and the Growing Season
Share the needs and ideas you are hearing from families
Connect with organizations working across both counties
Improve coordination and help families find existing resources

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.

FACT FAMILY FEAST FUNDRAISER

GENESEE COUNTY

Join FACT for a Family Feast Fundraiser at QDOBA in Grand Blanc on Wednesday, August 12th, from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
QDOBA will donate 25% of qualifying sales to FACT!

Wednesday, August 12th, from 11:00am to 3:00pm

QDOBA
12488 S. Saginaw Street
Grand Blanc, MI 48439

Order in person using the fundraiser QR code, or order online with promo code QDOBAGIVES between 11:00am and 3:00pm.

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There is ALWAYS something happening at FACT!

EVENT‍ -‍ DATE & LOCATION‍ -‍ DETAILS

SAGINAW - Mobile Monday - Celebrating Literacy
Mon., August 10th, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, Mission In The City Park, 1401 Janes Ave.
Saginaw, MI 48601
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., August 13th, 9:00am - 10:30am, via Teams Online Conferencing Tool
Join FACT team members for free coffee and a discussion about local services.

GENESEE - FUNDRAISER - Qdoba Grand Blanc
Wednesday., August 12th - 11:00am - 3:00 PM - 12488 S Saginaw St, Grand Blanc, MI
25% of your Qdoba purchase goes to FACT to help local families!

GENESEE - Loads of Love - Free Community Laundry Day
Tue., August 18th, 11:00am - 2:00pm, Clio Laundromat - 2127 W Vienna Rd, Clio, MI 48420
Up to 3 Free Loads of Laundry per household! Free Laundry Supplies! Let's Tumble Together!!

GENESEE - FACT On The Go! - RL Jones Comm. Outreach
Thu., August 20th- 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 n

SAGINAW - Loads of Love - Free Community Laundry Day
Thu., August 20th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Center Road laundry - 107 S. Center Road, Saginaw, MI 48638
Up to 3 Free Loads of Laundry per household! Free Laundry Supplies! Let's Tumble Together!!