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Published September 2025Advocate.Collaborate.Make a Difference.Annual Report2025 Message

MISSIONVISIONThe mission of the Michigan Federation forChildren and Families is to influence publicpolicy and practice in support of thehighest quality services to children andfamilies.Core values provide focus, drive decisions,and are embraced by all member agencies:All children deserve excellence inservice and our best efforts to ensurethey grow up in strong families andsupportive communities.Strategic advocacy is critical to assuringsound public policy and sufficientresources for quality services.Partnerships and collaboration areessential to providing effective servicesand achieving successful outcomes.Equity, diversity, and inclusiveness arevital elements in the full continuum ofhuman services. The Michigan Federation for Children andFamilies envisions communities where allchildren, youth, and families thrive.Mission, Vision,Core valuesCORE VALUESBOARD OF DIRECTORSUrsula Ahart Federation of Youth ServicesGina Aranki Child & Family Services of Northwestern MIDavid Bellamy Catholic Charities West MichiganElizabeth Carey Starr CommonwealthSean de Four MiSideMichael Garrett CNS HealthcareDavid Gehm Wellspring Lutheran ServicesLenora Hardy-Foster Judson CenterDesiree Jennings The Children’s CenterMaria Lessnau Christ Child HouseSara Miller Child & Family Services of the Upper PeninsulaDave Morin SamaritasSonia Noorman West Michigan Partnership for ChildrenKatie Page Sander Hands Across the WaterMegan Pena Hope Network Behavioral Health ServicesCathey Prudhomme Eagle VillageAmy Rebant Bridgeway Services, Inc.Kevin Roach MCHS Family of ServicesEmily Schab Bethany Christian ServicesEliakim Thorpe ACTS II MinistryJennifer Trotter Guiding HarborRick Watkins New Light Child & Family InstituteMichigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

Letter from thePresident/CEOFederation StaffJanet Reynolds Snyder, MBA, President/CEOKadi Prout, LMSW, Chief Strategy OfficerElizabeth Henderson, MSW, Senior Director of Policy & ImpactJan Maino, LMSW, Coordinator of Programs & AdvocacyRose Homa, Director of Administration & OperationsJenny Crichton, GMS, Director of Member Relations & Events Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportDear Federation Members, Partners, and Friends,We are proud to share the Federation’s 2024–2025 Annual Report, both a reflection of our collectiveimpact and a testament to the unwavering commitment of our members to children, families, andcommunities across Michigan.The Federation’s mission, built around strong advocacy to improve public policy and practice whilesupporting the highest quality services, continues to guide and inspire us. Together with our communitypartners, we are making a direct and lasting impact every day. This past year, we faced challenges head-on and turned them into opportunities to strengthen our collective voice, including:Advocacy through legal action: The Michigan Court of Claims ruled in favor of the Federation and itsmembers in Michigan Federation for Children and Families v. Michigan Department of Health andHuman Services. This decision upheld the legislatively mandated rates for foster care providers inFY25, and supports fully funding the cost of providing quality services.Innovation in family support: With the generous investment from The Kresge Foundation and inpartnership with the Michigan Department of Human Services, the Federation assisted with thelaunch of an innovative preservation pilot program, MiFamily Together. Four member agencies arenow piloting this groundbreaking model, integrating a 2Gen approach to address the needs of bothchildren and adults in their lives and laying the foundation for statewide expansion in October 2026.Creating a more effective Behavioral Health System: The Federation worked closely with MDHHSleadership and state legislators to advance Michigan’s Behavioral Health redesign and the continuedexpansion of the CCBHC model, ensuring a stronger and more responsive system of care. Federationmembers provided testimony before legislative committees and engaged directly with MDHHSleaders, demonstrating our collective commitment to building a behavioral health system that bettermeets the needs of children, families, and communities across Michigan.Despite these successes, we recognize that our child and family well-being system face some seriousthreats. Proposed federal and state funding cuts to lifeline programs like food assistance and Medicaidwould only deepen the struggles families face. Real reform demands transformation by bolstering childand family well-being to strengthen families and communities in creative new ways. Our Federation network holds a powerful collective strength, fueling innovation, and the highest quality.As we look ahead to 2026, the Federation’s mission remains our compass. Our vision remains strong:communities where all children, youth and families thrive.

Strategic GoalsFY 2025-2027Since 1969, the Michigan Federation for Children and Families (MFCF) has evolved and adaptedto numerous unique and significant changes affecting the nonprofit sector in the wake of ever-changing political environments. As the Federation continues into the years ahead, staying trueto our mission, vision, core values, the organization’s strategic plan will provide the foundationfor sustained focus and direction for the organization’s important work, with the following goals:Strengthen ORGANIZATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE to improveefficiency, sustainability, and support strategic goals.Strengthen ADVOCACY AND POLICY INFLUENCE to fully fundquality services of member agencies, build a family-centeredcontinuum of care, and promote opportunity for all.Enhance MEMBER ENGAGEMENT, support, and shared learning.Expand funding to ensure long-term FINANCIAL STABILITY.Leverage TECHNOLOGY FOR GROWTH to expand reach,improve efficiency, and support growth.Foster LEADERSHIP and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTopportunities for member agencies.Strengthen COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS to enhance impact ofshared outcomes.This strategic planning process marks a new chapter for the Michigan Federation for Childrenand Families. Building on 56 years of meaningful impact, we remain deeply committed tosustaining and strengthening this momentum well into the future.Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

FederationMembers57 FULL MEMBERSACTS II Ministry for TeensAdoption Option, Inc.Bethany Christian ServicesD.A. Blodgett–St. John’sCatholic Charities of Ingham, Eaton & Clinton CountiesCatholic Charities of Jackson, Lenawee & Hillsdale CountiesCatholic Charities of Shiawassee & Genesee CountiesCatholic Charities of Southeast MichiganCatholic Charities West MichiganCatholic Social Services of the Upper PeninsulaChild & Family CharitiesChild & Family Services of Northwestern MichiganChild & Family Services of the Upper PeninsulaThe Children’s CenterChrist Child HouseCNS HealthcareEagle VillageFamily & Children ServicesFamily Outreach CenterFamily Service & Children’s AidFederation of Youth ServicesForever FamiliesFostering FuturesFostering SolutionsGenacross Family & Youth ServicesGreat Lakes Recovery CentersThe Guidance CenterGuiding HarborHands Across the WaterHeart for HomeHegira Health, Inc.Highfields, Inc.Holy Cross ServicesHomes for Black ChildrenHope Network Behavioral Health ServicesHouse of ProvidenceJudson CenterMCHS Family of ServicesMiSideThe New Foster CareNew Light Child & Family InstituteNortheast Michigan Family Resource CenterOrchards Children’s ServicesSamaritasServices to Enhance Potential (STEP)Spaulding for ChildrenStarfish Family ServicesStarr CommonwealthTeaching Family Homes of Upper MichiganU.P. KIDSUpper Peninsula Family SolutionsVista MariaWedgwood Christian ServicesWellspring Lutheran ServicesWest Michigan Partnership for ChildrenWhaley Children’s CenterYouth Guidance Foster Care & Adoption4 AFFILIATE MEMBERSBridgeway Services, Inc.Children's Advocacy Centers of MichiganMichigan CASA, Inc.Michigan State University School of Social WorkWELCOMING NEW MEMBERS: 3.4% GROWTH IN 2025Full Member: Hegira Health, Inc. Hegira Health, Inc. (HHI) is a recognizedleader in community-based behavioralhealthcare and a Certified CommunityBehavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) servingpersons of all ages in the western anddownriver regions of SoutheasternMichigan. They provide comprehensiveintegrated behavioral health services forinfants through older adults. Full Member: Heart for HomeHeart for Home is committed toconnecting foster, adopted, and kinship(FAK) children with supportive, healinghomes for respite care. The organizationrecruits, prepares, and supports FAKrespite families throughout their journey—before, during, and after placement. Byremaining honest, open-minded, andattentive to each family's unique needsand concerns, Heart for Home ensuresfamilies are connected to the resourcesthey need to thrive.Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

Member EngagementMEMBER INTEREST NETWORK (MIN) SPECIAL TOPIC MEETINGSLEADERS LEARNING TOGETHERIn FY 2025, the Federation held 24 MEMBER INTEREST NETWORK(MIN) meetings, with a total of 1,176 members attending—a 9.3%increase in attendance from the previous year. MINs serve as avaluable benefit for employees of member agencies and areorganized around key ADMINISTRATIVE & AGENCY OPERATIONSand PROGRAM AND SERVICE AREAS that are most commonamong our members.MEMBER INTEREST NETWORK (MIN) MEETINGS24MIN MEETINGSHELD1,176INDIVIDUALSATTENDED 132INDIVIDUALSATTENDED RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT & JUVENILE JUSTICE MINOnboarding, Orientation, and Training (oh my!) in CCIsEmployee Engagement and Morale in CCIsSuccesses and Challenges with Referrals, Denials and 30-day RequestsEducation, MDHHS Policy, and Support for Youth in PlacementFAMILY PRESERVATION MINRecruitment and Retention175MEMBERSATTENDED Advocacy Strategies in Action: Federation Member Insights and TipsFederation member leaders shared real-world strategies for effective advocacy, includingorganizing campus visits, delivering testimony, and leveraging personal stories. PanelistsGina Aranki, Julie Thomasma, Katie Page Sander, and Sean de Four offered practical tipsand lessons learned to support members in advancing policy and systems change.Executive Strategy Session on Behavioral Health RedesignThis convening of executive leaders focused on Michigan’s Behavioral Health SystemRedesign. Members reviewed partner recommendations, identified shared priorities andconcerns, and shaped a unified advocacy agenda that reflects the expertise and needs ofFederation agencies.Foster Care Staff and Foster Family Safety: Executive RoundtableExecutive directors gathered to discuss safety threats facing foster care staff and families.The session created space to share concerns, identify system gaps, and begin craftingcollaborative recommendations and agency-level strategies to improve safety and support.Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportBEHAVIORAL HEALTH & CLINICAL SERVICES MINChildren’s Behavioral Health Dashboard

EVENTS & CONFERENCESThe RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT & JUVENILE JUSTICE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT brought together42 agency leaders for strategic dialogue on improving outcomes for youth in care. Highlightsincluded remarks from Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kimberly Thomas, a juvenile justicereform update from SCAO, and a national policy overview from Lisette Burton. The LionheartFoundation introduced EQ2, a staff-focused tool to enhance resilience and trauma-informedcare. An interactive member exchange closed the summit, leaving attendees with practicaltools, fresh insights, and renewed momentum for impact.The 2025 SENIOR MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE brought together 195 senior leaders fromMichigan’s nonprofit community for three days of learning, connection, and inspiration atCrystal Mountain Resort, reflecting a 5.4% increase in attendance over the previous year.Centered on the theme “Leading with Purpose, Centering People,” the conference exploredwhat it means to lead with clarity, compassion, and intention during a time of transformationin human services. Attendees engaged in powerful keynote sessions, interactive breakouttracks for both executive and program leadership, and meaningful peer networking.195ATTENDEES52ATTENDEESThe ANNUAL SPRING HUMAN RESOURCES TRAINING SEMINAR: Essential HR Tools forWorkforce Preparedness equipped 52 HR professionals with timely knowledge and tools tonavigate today’s complex workplace. Sessions covered Michigan’s Earned Sick Time Act,trending health and welfare benefits and labor and employment law topics, performance-based pay strategies, and neuroscience-informed techniques for stress management. Thetraining also included practical guidance on de-escalation to support staff safety in high-risksituations, giving attendees actionable strategies to strengthen their agency’s workforcereadiness.42ATTENDEESPART ONE | An Introduction to the Two-Generation (2Gen) Approach This session introduced the Two-Generation (2Gen) approach and its coreprinciples to 102 attendees, providing strategies for integrating the modelinto daily work with families to improve outcomes for both children andcaregivers. Attendees learned how the 2Gen approach is being applied inthe MiFamily Together pilot program and explored its broader relevanceacross human services. 102ATTENDEESPart Two | Moving from 2Gen Concepts to Action Plans: Lessons Learned from ConnecticutThis interactive webinar focused on practical strategies for applying the Two-Generation (2Gen)approach in systems and family engagement work. Facilitated by Tiffany Day, the sessionfeatured Christina Morales and Melvette Hill, who shared tools and lessons from Connecticut’s2Gen Initiative with 115 attendees. Topics included parent advisory boards, cross-sectorpartnerships, and elevating lived experience in program design.Not Just a Buzzword – Sustaining DEI Initiatives for Real Change. As part of our ongoingcommitment to equity and inclusion, the Federation hosted a session led by Josh Thurman ofInclusive We Consulting focused on sustaining meaningful DEI initiatives within memberorganizations. Developed in alignment with the goals of the Federation’s Equity, Diversity andInclusion Member Interest Network (MIN), this session provided 46 leaders with practicalstrategies and tools to move beyond statements and into action. The event reflected ourshared priority to support antiracist, equity-driven practices across the sector.46ATTENDEES75ATTENDEESMichigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportMember Engagement- continued

Member Engagement- continuedIn November 2024, Federation members stepped forward to serve on a Liability Insurance Crisis Task Forceto brainstorm solutions and develop advocacy strategies to address the alarming increases in premiums forinsurance coverage required by contracts and a shrinking market for securing those coverages. Member agencies participated in both Michigan and national surveys seeking to capture the severity of thecrisis. A Framing the Issue, Advocacy Strategies for Solutions document was developed, outlining the keyconcerns and the potential impact if left unaddressed and proposing policy and legislative solutions forconsideration both in Michigan and nationally. A small group from the task force and our lobbyists at PublicAffairs Associates met with MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel to alert her to this growing crisis and to proposesolutions, including lowering the required minimum coverages in contracts. The Federation has proposed immediate relief: reduce contract minimums and update coveragerequirements to align with other state and county contracts. This adjustment would provide agencies and theState of Michigan with affordable, available coverage that meets current needs.This issue is part of a broader national insurance crisis, prompting state legislatures to make similaradjustments to address the shrinking availability of insurance for social services. Michigan must act quickly toprevent further agency closures, which would leave children and families vulnerable without critical support.Updating these limits will ensure social service agencies can continue providing essential care withaffordable, sustainable, and reliable insurance protection. Connections with MDHHS, DTMB, and legislatorscontinue to bring this crisis into focus and urge actions toward resolution.NEW INITIATIVESIn October, the group held an in-person meeting, and MDHHS CSASenior Deputy Director Demetrius Starling was a guest and partner inthe meeting. The purpose was to share the work taking place amongthe private agencies and discuss how we can build a strongercollaboration in the future and partner to address systemic barriersfamilies experience in the child welfare system. These efforts led tothe group attending training together with the state’s contractedorganization, Eliminating Racism and Creating/Celebrating Equity(ERACCE), and joining the state’s Antiracism Conference PlanningCommittee.Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportThe Michigan Federation for Children and Families’ staff has been supporting discussions among a smallgroup of members to develop a Private Agency Antiracism Team. These conversations, chaired by LeticiaPittman, Child Welfare Director at Catholic Charities West Michigan, began in 2024, and Melissa Jenovai,President/CEO of Spaulding for Children, was voted as a Vice Chair. The group meets regularly to outline theantiracism efforts underway throughout the state and plan for how the Federation can support privateagencies’ unique needs and perspectives in this work. PRIVATE AGENCY ANTIRACISM TEAMLIABILITY INSURANCE CRISIS TASK FORCE

Advocacy andPolicy Priorities This year, the Federation published its 2025–2027Advocacy & Policy Priorities, a roadmap shaped byFederation members.Through surveys, roundtable discussions, andstrategic sessions, member agency staff andexecutives identified the most pressing challengesand the solutions that will make the greatest impact.Insights were refined with partner and boardfeedback, resulting in a member-driven agenda thatguides every facet of our child welfare, behavioralhealth, and nonprofit administration advocacy.These priorities inform our advocacy throughout theyear, and we commend our members for theirongoing engagement, including impactful testimonyand direct outreach that help inform legislators’decisions and advance policies supporting children,families, and communities.Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportSecure Adequate MedicaidReimbursement RatesThroughout the StateReduce AdministrativeBurdensBolster the BehavioralHealth WorkforceStrengthen and Expand theCertified CommunityBehavioral Health Clinic(CCBHC) Model Expand 2Gen FamilyPreservation ServicesStatewideStrengthenCoordination andOversight of the ChildWelfare SystemExpand Resources andOpportunities forOlder Youth in FosterCareEnhance Safety andWell-BeingBehavioral HealthEstablish ActuariallySound Rates for AllContracted Programs Foster EquitableService DeliveryAddress the EscalatingCosts of NonprofitLiability InsuranceUphold LawfulContracts andPractices Child WelfareNonprofitAdministration

Advocacy in ActionANNUAL EXECUTIVE LEGISLATIVE & ADVOCACY DAYSTATE AND FEDERAL ADVOCACY ACTIVITIES22MEMBERAGENCIESREPRESENTED38EXECUTIVESAND SENIORLEADERSATTENDED40MEETINGSWITHLEGISLATORSOn April 17, 2025, the Federation, in partnership with Public AffairsAssociates, hosted senior agency leaders in Lansing to meet withlawmakers and spotlight the essential work of community-basedproviders in child welfare and behavioral health. Legislators receivedthe Federation’s 2025–2027 Advocacy & Policy Priorities, highlightingrecommendations to strengthen services and support familiesstatewide. The collective voice from Advocacy Day continues to informpolicy decisions that benefit Michigan’s children, youth, and families.Supported and guided membertestimony to inform legislators oncritical budget and policy issues.Maintained weekly coordination withPublic Affairs Associates to alignadvocacy strategies and advancepriorities.Engaged in direct, one-on-onemeetings with legislators toadvocate for children, families, andcommunity-based providers.Provided ongoing updates andinsights to Senate and House fiscalstaff, and MDHHS FinancialOperations, highlighting the effectsof budget and policy decisions oncommunity organizations.Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

FY26 BudgetAdvocacyMichigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportINCLUDE A COST-OF-LIVING ADJUSTMENT (COLA) INALL MASTER AGREEMENTS WITH CONTRACTORSFULLY FUND ADOPTION SERVICES IN MICHIGANFULLY FUND INDEPENDENT LIVING PLUS SERVICESFULLY FUND STATEWIDE FAMILY PRESERVATIONPROGRAMSEXPAND ACCESS TO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LOANREPAYMENTFULLY FUND QUALITY FOSTER CARE SERVICES INMICHIGANAT-A-GLANCE: FY 2026 BUDGET PRIORITIESThroughout the year, the Federation worked alongside members to translateorganizational needs into clear budget priorities for child welfare, behavioral health,and nonprofit infrastructure. The Federation has continued to meet individually withkey legislators, coordinate and participate in legislative testimony, supply data tofiscal staff, and convene strategy sessions with Public Affairs Associates to maintainalignment across advocacy efforts. The Michigan Legislature is still finalizing appropriations for FY 2026. Our sustainedengagement has kept Federation member priorities at the center of everynegotiation, and we will remain involved until the FY 2026 budget is signed.ONGOING BUDGET DEVELOPMENT010203040506

Legal Trust FundLEGAL TRUST FUND – MEMBER BENEFIT SINCE 2018RETURN ON INVESTMENT OF LEGAL TRUST FUND DOLLARSWorkplace Safety & Managing High-Risk SituationsHosted by the Legal Trust Fund, presenters from Pine Rest and Miller Johnson offeredguidance on de-escalation techniques, safety protocols, and responding to threats inhigh-risk work environments. This session provided practical guidance for professionalsnavigating safety challenges in the workplace.MEMBER UTILIZATION AND RESOURCES ADDEDEstablished October 1, 2018, the MFCF Legal Trust Fund (LTF) offers professional expertise regarding legalchallenges encountered by community-based organizations. For each Federation full member agencyexecutive:LTF training has been provided by one or more attorneys from the Miller Johnson law firm and live-streamed via Zoom. The recordings, slides, and other resources are available for future use on the LTFtab within the MemberClicks Members Only Web Portal.Two 15-minute consultation calls with Miller Johnson Attorney Dick Hillary are included in LTF dues perfiscal year (October 1 through September 30).An Application for Aid is available to request financial assistance to address a legal matter of statewidesignificance to community-based organizations.81ATTENDEESMichigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report50ATTENDEESGuidance regarding Executive Orders from the Trump AdministrationDuring a webinar hosted by the Legal Trust Fund, presenters from Miller Johnsondiscussed the implications for equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives and providedclarity on how to best respond to these evolving directives.The Legal Trust Fund provided the critical financial foundation that enabled the Michigan Federation forChildren and Families, together with 21 member agencies, to initiate legal action against the MichiganDepartment of Health and Human Services. The complaint, filed with the Michigan Court of Claims inDetroit in early December 2024, objected to the MDHHS amendment to the Private Agency Foster Care(PAFC) Master Agreement that effectively lowered the legislatively appropriated administrative rate of$60.20 to $52.14 for FY25.The court process ensued through December and January, and on March 4, 2025, an opinion was issued byMichigan Court of Claims Judge Sima G. Patel in Michigan Federation for Children and Families v. MichiganDepartment of Health and Human Services (Court of Claims Docket No. 24-000195). The opinion upheld thestate’s obligation to fully fund foster care services provided by nonprofit, private agency foster careorganizations at the legislatively mandated per diem rate of $60.20 for FY25. The Court determined thatthe MDHHS exceeded its authority by deviating from this mandated rate and imposing contracts that fellbelow the legislature’s directive. The Federation commends member agencies for their courageous advocacy, collective voice, andunwavering commitment to uphold the legislative intent, ensuring that critical resources remain availablefor children in foster care. The Federation recognizes the considerable time and risk invested by theagencies taking this action and the support of all members through the Legal Trust Fund.

Partner CollaborationRepresenting Federation member interests on workgroups, committees, and task forces, the Federationteam participates regularly with the following: MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES (MDHHS) • Antiracism Conference Planning Committee• Budget Collaboration Group• Business Service Center (BSC) 5 Partnership • In-Home Services Bureau Communications Workgroup• Michigan Human Services Antiracism Transformation Team• MiFamily Together Family Preservation Implementation Team• MiFamily Together Lived Experience Advisory Council• Independent Living Plus Provider Collaboration • Office of Workforce Development and Training Advisory Council• Pre-Service Institute Re-design Executive Committee• Race Data ProjectPARTNERSHIPS IN MICHIGAN• 31N Advisory Council• Child Welfare Improvement Task Force• Child Welfare Judicial Leadership Workgroup• CIP Tribal Court Relations Committee• CMHA Children’s Issues Committee• Court Improvement Program (CIP)• Community Action Agency, Annual Conference presentation• Early Childhood Courts State Advisory Group• Foster Care Review Board State Advisory Council• Guy Thompson Family Reunification Awards Selection Committee• Legislative Social Policy Committee, NASW• MI Consortium on LGBTQ Inclusion in Child Welfare Services• MIACE Policy and Advocacy Workgroup, Co-Chair• MIACE Training and Education Workgroup• Michigan Nonprofit Association Public Policy Committee• Michigan Teen Conference Planning Committee• National Association of Social Workers–Michigan Chapter• Options Health Network (OHN) Chief Executive OfficersNATIONAL AFFILIATIONS• Association for Children’s Residential Centers (ACRC)• Ascend at the Aspen Institute 2Gen Network Partner• Child Welfare League of America (CWLA)• National Organization of State Associations for Children (NOSAC)• Social Current• Voice for Adoption (VFA) Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

Protective FactorsTraining InitiativeLeading the Child Welfare Protective Factors Training InitiativeIn FY25, the Federation continued leading the Protective Factors TrainingInitiative, equipping child welfare and behavioral health professionals with theskills to deliver strengths-based services that improve family safety,permanency, and well-being.Expert Trainers Driving ImpactOur 9 Children’s Trust Fund Alliance (CTFA) certified trainers, most with 4 ormore years of experience as certified trainers, bring deep expertise andcommitment to the initiative. They deliver practical, strengths-based toolsthat help professionals support families and children across Michigan.Tailored and Interactive LearningTraining was offered year-round via Zoom and tailored to professional roles:Introduction to the Protective Factors Framework: 1-hour pre-recordedFamily Preservation Case Managers: 6 hours (two 3-hour sessions)Family Preservation Supervisors: 3 hoursFoster Care & Adoption Staff: 3 hoursLunch-and-Learn Sessions: 1-hour interactive sessions providing peercoaching and practical application of the frameworkSustaining and Growing the InitiativeAdvocacy and collaboration with MDHHS supported training from April toSeptember 2025. Recognizing its foundational role, MDHHS awarded fundingto continue the program from October 2025 to September 2026, ensuringongoing professional growth and stronger outcomes for families statewide.23TRAININGSHELD386TRAINED IN 20251,207TOTAL TRAINEDTO DATE9CERTIFIEDTRAINERSIn FY24, the Federation, in partnership withMichigan State University, evaluated theinitiative. Participants reported highsatisfaction and knowledge gains across allobjectives. Building on this success,evaluation of FY25 trainings is underway, andongoing assessment into FY26 will guideimprovements, expand learning, andstrengthen outcomes for families statewide.“I've been doing this for a long time,but these trainings are a goodrefresher and they get the passionflowing a bit more again!”“The amount of engagementwas outstanding its whatmakes virtual training work.”“I wrote down the quote, ‘Whatis Strong vs. What is Wrong?’ I'llbe using that for sure!”Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual ReportIMPACT IN ACTION

MiFamily Together and the 2Gen Framework After several years of planning for a re-design of the Michigan family preservation programmingarray, the Federation, member agency representatives and the Michigan Department of Healthand Human Services (MDHHS) launched the MiFamily Together program in October 2024. FourFederation member agencies are piloting the new contract and services in 25 countiesthroughout the state with the two-year contract. MiFamily Together (MFT) is a two-generation (2Gen) family preservation and reunificationpilot program designed to offer children and their caregivers one flexible, home-basedprogram, that can adapt to meet the needs the family identifies, regardless of their risk level.MiFamily Together is designed to decrease risk of child abuse/neglect, while increasing well-being and prosperity of each family member.Data received as of 7/7/25 shows that MFT has received 941 referrals and of those referrals, 743families with 2,078 children were enrolled for services. Of the cases closed, 93% of childrenremained safely at home. Families reported increased communication among family members,listening skills and household management. Caregivers reported employment gains andincreased skills in money management.Through the generous support and partnership of The Kresge Foundation, the Federation hasbeen able to participate as a key partner in moving this body of work forward in Michigan. As astrategy for creating awareness and championing organizational change, the Federationlaunched a 2Gen landing page on its michfed.org website to share resources and help educateour stakeholders and communities on the 2Gen approach: Two-generation (2Gen) approaches build family well-being by intentionally andsimultaneously working with children and the adults in their lives together. www.michfed.org/2genMichigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

Community Impactand InvestmentThe Michigan Federation for Children and Families brings together the best in human services andpublic health organizations, academic institutions, philanthropic entities, the business sector, anddedicated volunteers to achieve the best outcomes for children and families. Collectively and throughout Michigan on an annual basis, Federation member agencies generatehuman and economic impact and community investment.94,700CHILDREN RECEIVE CRITICAL SERVICES$884MILLION IN SERVICES ARE PROVIDED9,860INDIVIDUALS ARE EMPLOYED153,000ADULTS RECEIVE CRITICALSERVICES$469MILLION IN SALARIES ARE PAID324,336HOURS OF SERVICE ARE DONATED FORCHILDREN AND FAMILIES736COMMUNITY ANDBUSINESS LEADERS SERVE ON AGENCY BOARDSOF DIRECTORS$42MILLIONPRIVATE DONATIONS HELPOFFSET OPERATING COSTS$315MILLIONINVESTMENT IN EQUIPMENT,LAND, AND BUILDINGS TO SERVECHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES$36MILLIONIS GENERATED IN PAYROLL TAXES$76MILLION FRINGE BENEFITS AREPROVIDED8,218VOLUNTEERS ADD VALUE TO AGENCYOPERATIONSHUMAN IMPACTECONOMIC IMPACTCOMMUNITY INVESTMENTMichigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report

The Federation is grateful for the financial and resource support of our growing group of CorporateSponsors.Corporate SponsorsContact Us517-485-8552 voice-to-emailinfo@michfed.orghttps://www.michfed.org620 S. Capitol Ave., Suite 325Lansing, MI 48933WELCOMING NEW SPONSORS: 10% GROWTH IN 2025Strategic Services Group (SSG) is a leading insurance consulting and brokeragefirm located in Rochester Hills, Michigan that specializes in group employeebenefits plan design for mid-size employers.Gibson provides employee benefits consulting, business insurance and riskmanagement. Gibson are advisors and consultants with a passion for helping youlook beyond what others see and get to the proactive side of insurance. Michigan Federation for Children and Families 2025 Annual Report