As the winter months pelt us with all kinds of snow, sleet, rain, and ice, Traverse City continues to be one of the most bike-tastic cities in the state. Thanks to organizations like NORTE! and the communities’ resilience and love of the outdoors, residents young and old are enjoying biking through the winter months. So how do they […]
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We are happy to share an exciting change for SRTS Mini and Major Grantees. Shortly after the New Year, all non-infrastructure grants will be managed through the Michigan Fitness Foundation (MFF) Grant Portal. This system will allow communities to apply electronically, submit receipts, invoices, and progress reports, and generally make the application and contracts process
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Looking for an opportunity to give back and make change in the New Year? This January, join the Americorps Urban Safety Project and Safe Routes to School for a “board up” day in Honor of Martin Luther King’s birthday. Work with other volunteers to clean up trash, board up empty homes, trim and clean up yard
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The Holiday Season is upon us, and that means the cold weather is finally here. Why not celebrate your favorite walker or bicyclist with one of these practical and meaningful gifts? Some of our most successful Safe Routes to School programs run through the winter months, and one thing is clear: having the appropriate gear
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The Michigan Association of Planning, in partnership with the Michigan SRTS program will host the 8th annual Transportation Bonanza in Lansing on December 1st. This year’s theme, “Building Together: Building Bridges” will focus on the complexities of transportation policy and planning, exploring more efficient ways to communicate and collaborate on projects. The day long conference is
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It’s time to get your Mini Grant on! In January we will open up applications for another round of Safe Routes to School Mini Grants! These grants allow schools to apply for up to $5,000 to fund programs that educate and encourage students throughout Michigan to walk and bike to school. Want to grow or
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On October 26th The Michigan Fitness Foundation and Safe Routes to School (SRTS) partnered with the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit (MOCAD) and the writing and tutoring center, 826michigan (826) to deliver a very special Walk-Bike to School Day. 5th and 6th grade students from Spain Elementary-Middle school in Detroit gathered to walk from school
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On October 5th, 325 Michigan schools celebrated the 20th Anniversary of Walk to School Day (W2SD). Students in grades K-8th donned backpacks and comfy shoes, and walked to school in solidarity with thousands of students celebrating the day all over the country. One of Michigan’s most successful Walk to School Days yet, we are delighted to
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