As a Michigan-based organization, we challenge ourselves to look for opportunities to support growth in our state. We do this by helping small businesses, donating to local nonprofits, and giving...

Skilled trade careers are in high demand in Michigan but the cost of starting a specialized profession can be expensive. Scholarships are hard to find for these in-demand career programs. In addition...

It’s safe to say that 2020 has been an interesting year. The changes in how we work and the unforeseen expenses brought on by the pandemic have negatively impacted many businesses in our state. While...

The past few months have been, well, a whirlwind for all of us. The global coronavirus pandemic drastically changed the way we live, work, shop, and even communicate. While local and state economies...

The alarm clock blares on another Monday morning. You roll out of bed and grab a teal t-shirt with a bright neon yellow arrow on it. It’s not your typical work outfit, but this isn’t a typical...

It’s a sunny afternoon and the warmth in the air follows you when you enter the brick building. A Frank Sinatra tune fills the room and familiar faces greet you by name. As you wait in anticipation...

With home buying season in full swing, most people aren’t just looking for the right home—they’re looking for the perfect neighborhood too. We’re committed to making Michigan neighborhoods stronger,...

Near the corner of Ann Arbor Road and Lilley Road in the charming community of Plymouth, our newest Lake Trust branch—which opened earlier this month—marks a new stage of growth as we continue our...

Positive vibes are driving the Motor City into a new era. Small businesses are opening their doors, major sports and music events are happening each week, and more Michiganders are moving to the city...

In an old roller rink on the outskirts of downtown Brighton, Michigan, walls splashed with vibrant colors and bike-themed gifts welcome bicycle enthusiasts. Most people who walk through the door are...