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[Clare, MI—] Mid Michigan Community Action (Mid Michigan CAA) recently partnered with Huntington Bank for the bank’s annual Service Heart Day, bringing together volunteers to support local families through food distribution efforts.

Approximately 60 Huntington Bank colleagues spent several hours working alongside Mid Michigan CAA staff to package food for distribution across the region. Together, the group completed 27 pallets of food, with each pallet weighing nearly 1,800 pounds, resulting in tens of thousands of pounds of food ready to reach households in need.

“This partnership shows what’s possible when people come together to support their community,” said Cherri Swanstra, Community Impact Director. “We are grateful to the Huntington Bank team for spending the day with us. Their time, energy, and commitment helped make a real difference for families across our service area.”

Service Heart Day reflects Huntington Bank’s commitment to giving back through hands-on service. Events like this help meet immediate needs while also building strong connections between community partners.

At Mid Michigan CAA, food programs are an important part of supporting households across the region. Partnerships like this one help ensure that more families have access to the resources they need.
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[Midland, MI—] March is National Nutrition Month, and Mid Michigan Community Action Agency (Mid Michigan CAA) is celebrating by recognizing the powerful role that nutrition plays in helping families and communities thrive.

Mid Michigan CAA provides WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) services through its Midland WIC office, supporting families with access to healthy foods, nutrition guidance, growth monitoring, and referrals to other helpful programs. WIC helps those who are pregnant and families with children from birth through age five get a strong start.

“WIC isn’t just about food, it’s about supporting the whole family,” said Amyee Carson, Whole Family Services Director at Mid Michigan CAA. “From pregnancy through early childhood, WIC provides the building blocks for a healthy future. We’re proud to be part of that journey with families in our community.”

WIC serves many types of caregivers, not just parents. Those who are pregnant, as well as moms, dads, step-parents, grandparents, foster parents, and guardians, may all qualify if they are caring for a child under five. Support includes healthy food benefits like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and milk; nutrition tips that fit a family’s schedule and budget; and resources for grocery shopping, feeding during pregnancy, and infant nutrition.

“Every family is different, and we take the time to get to know what matters most to the people we serve,” said Tammy Karner, WIC Manager at Mid Michigan CAA. “Whether it’s understanding nutrition labels, planning meals on a tight budget, or knowing what to expect as your baby grows, we’re here to help.”

WIC services are currently provided at Mid Michigan CAA’s Midland WIC office. While most families served live in Midland County, residents from nearby counties may also qualify if the Midland site is most accessible to them.

Get Started with WIC
If you're pregnant or caring for a child from birth through age 5, WIC may be able to help. The first step is reaching out:

• Call 989-832-7310
• ​Toll-free 1-877-210-3169
• Text 989-220-1076
• Email [email protected]

Staff will help determine eligibility and set up an appointment at a time that works for your family.

National Nutrition Month is the perfect time to highlight programs like WIC that offer lasting support to local families. When children and caregivers have access to good nutrition and supportive resources, the whole community benefits.

For more information, visit: www.mmcaa.org/wic.

​Mid Michigan Community Action guides local residents on the path to self-sufficiency through empowerment, education and community enrichment.

In the News
Midland Daily News: Celebrating National Nutrition Month with WIC, Published February 23, 2026
Benzie County Record Patriot: Celebrating National Nutrition Month with WIC, Published February 23, 2026
Big Rapids Pioneer: Celebrating National Nutrition Month with WIC, Published February 23, 2026