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When you choose to give to The Folded Leaf Foundation, you become part of something bigger—something powerful. The Folded Leaf Foundation believes in cultivating community resilience and creativity in Northern Michigan through shared knowledge, hands-on learning, and the quiet power of a good book.
What is The Folded Leaf Foundation?
Mission
To cultivate community resilience, creativity, literacy, and belonging through shared knowledge, hands-on learning, and accessible community space.
Vision
A warm, welcoming third place where people of all ages can gather to read, learn, create, rest, and connect without pressure to purchase or perform.
Our Programs
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The Literacy Promise Project is a mentorship-based reading program that pairs high school students with younger students across Northwest Lower Michigan. Together, they read a banned, challenged, or classic book over one to three months, then create a community improvement project inspired by the story’s themes. Designed especially to support at-risk youth, the program also provides practical care through grocery, household, or hygiene bags at each meeting. Monetary donations directly support both the books used in the program and the essential items provided to participants and their families.
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We are working on solidifying our partnerships with other area businesses and nonprofit organizations. Once this is finished, we will be ready to start accepting applications for participation!
Thank you for your patience and if you have question in the meantime, please email Rachel at rachel@thefoldedleafleelanau.com
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Folded Leaf Foundation has submitted its application for 501(c)(3) status and is currently awaiting IRS approval. Until that determination is received, contributions may not yet be tax-deductible. We will provide updates as soon as our status is confirmed.
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Your donation goes directly to community outreach programs like The Literacy Promise Project.
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Yes! We are always looking for volunteers to sort books, lead life-literacy classes, and mentor kids in our youth programs
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We accept book donations. Please check with Rachel regarding which books are being accepted right now.
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Yes, you can absolutely donate in honor of someone.