Childhood poverty in Michigan has decreased in recent years, but people living near the poverty line still face many hardships.

About 444,100 children, or 20 percent of the children in Michigan, still live in poverty, according to the Kids Count in Michigan 2018 Data Book. The numbers are down from 2010, when 537,003 children lived in poverty.

From the desk of Terri Legg, Executive Director - I am sad to share that Jon passed this morning.

Jon's was much more than a businessman, husband, and father. He was a man of character that believed in service above self.  His life can be defined by his passion for volunteerism and commitment to many organizations in and around the community. Here at United Way Montcalm - Ionia Counties, Jon served for an amazing 45 years as a Board Member. He was deeply passionate about education and literacy.