Power Bridge Michigan’s Newsroom
Bridge Michigan has no paywall and no subscription fee. Anyone can read our journalism and sign up for our newsletters for free, because our work is funded by the people and organizations who believe Michigan deserves fact-based, nonpartisan journalism. There are many ways to stand behind that mission. Find the one that’s right for you below.
Membership
Bridge is reader-powered, and Bridge members make our journalism possible. We make every contributor a member because we feel strongly that our donors are more than financial supporters — they’re an integral part of our work. A tax-deductible donation of any amount supports our nonprofit newsroom. A gift of $1 or more makes you a member for 365 days, with benefits that grow at every giving level.
And you can give in whatever way works best for you — a one-time gift, a monthly sustaining donation, appreciated stock, a qualified charitable distribution from an IRA or a donor-advised fund. However you give, every dollar goes straight to keeping Bridge Michigan’s journalism free and accessible for all.
Power Circle
Our Power Circle recognizes individuals who make leadership-level charitable investments in the Center for Michigan and Bridge Michigan, bringing them closer to the core of our work. Power Circle members are major annual donors whose gifts of $1,000 or greater provide a foundation of stable, unrestricted support for our journalism. These donors share a commitment to keeping fact-based, nonpartisan reporting free for all of Michigan.
Whether you’re ready to join or just exploring, Sally Freels, our membership and individual giving director, can talk you through Power Circle membership and tax-smart ways to give, including donor-advised funds, stock and IRA distributions. Reach her at sfreels@centerformichigan.org.
Additional Ways to Give
There are many tax-smart ways to support Bridge Michigan beyond a standard gift. Sally Freels, our membership and individual giving director, can walk you through all of your options and help you find the approach that makes the most sense for you and your goals.
A few examples:
- Donor-advised funds (DAFs): recommend a grant to the Center for Michigan through your DAF
- Appreciated stock and securities: a tax-efficient way to give that may help you avoid capital gains
- Qualified charitable distributions (IRA): if you’re 70½ or older, give directly from your IRA
- Planned and legacy giving: include Bridge Michigan in your will, trust or estate plans
- Matching gifts: many employers will match your donation, doubling your impact
Not sure where to start? Reach out to Sally at sfreels@centerformichigan.org and she’ll walk you through every option.
Prefer to give by mail? Checks can be made payable to the Center for Michigan and mailed to us at 950 Selden St., Suite 210, Detroit, MI 48201. The Center for Michigan is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our EIN is 32-0167398.
Sponsorship
The Center for Michigan’s sponsorship program offers businesses and organizations an opportunity to align their brand with trusted, nonpartisan journalism that Michigan’s most informed readers depend on. Sponsoring organizations demonstrate their commitment to an informed Michigan while reaching our audience of decision-makers, community leaders and civically engaged citizens.
Whether you’re ready to sponsor or just exploring your options, Emma Carr, our revenue development specialist, can walk you through sponsorship opportunities, audience insights and rates. Reach her at ecarr@centerformichigan.org or (734) 210-1938.
Bridge Builders
Our Bridge Builders program offers nonprofit and business organizations an opportunity to support our mission and reach Bridge Michigan’s audience through marketing and sponsorship initiatives. Bridge Builders power our high-quality journalism and help readers and leaders alike navigate this fast-paced era of change with daily in-depth coverage of the issues most important to Michigan.
Ready to join? You can become a Bridge Builder directly online. Have questions first? Emma Carr, our revenue development specialist, is happy to walk you through the program, member benefits and giving levels. Reach her at (734) 210-1938 or send her an email by clicking below.
Advertising
Advertising with Bridge Michigan puts your message in front of one of the most engaged audiences in the state: a large, loyal readership of decision-makers, community leaders and civically active Michiganders who act on what they see. Our placements are designed so advertisers don’t compete for attention, giving each one meaningful visibility across our newsletters, website and statewide Watch and regional editions.
True to our nonprofit mission, advertising is always kept separate from our journalism. We don’t publish sponsored content, and every placement is clearly labeled.
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Every dollar keeps Bridge Michigan’s journalism free and accessible for all of Michigan.
