Better Government Through Better Education
Since 1899, the Michigan Municipal League (MML) has operated on the principle that knowledge is a vital component of good government and that knowledgeable, well-educated officials make better decisions on every issue. In pursuit of our mission, we have provided thousands of elected officials with the specialized training and information needed to make wise, effective decisions on a broad spectrum of community issues.
Over time, as the number of Michigan communities increased and the problems confronting those communities became more complex, the role of the MML grew larger.We were challenged to find new ways of providing relevant, in-depth training that was both accessible and affordable to officials throughout the state. In 1991, MML responded to that challenge by creating a separate non-profit Foundation. Funds generated by the Michigan Municipal League Foundation have made it possible to:
- Expand training programs
- Explore new learning formats
- Develop computer-based educational modules
- Subsidize training and travel costs for qualified participants
- Find innovative ways to make programs accessible to elected officials
Rising To The Challenge Once Again:
The Power Of Knowledge Campaign
Today, the MML Foundation is facing a new set of challenges. Most Michigan communities are operating under severe budget constraints and simply cannot afford to underwrite the cost of training for elected officials.Most municipal officials receive monthly stipends of less than $100, making it difficult or impossible for them to pay tuition fees and travel costs.
Through the years, MML and its supporters have met every challenge. Please help us meet this one by contributing to the Power of Knowledge Campaign. The $1 million educational endowment fund will become a reality only if those who care about good government step forward and respond generously. Gifts of any amount are welcomed and needed. Because this is a three-year campaign, pledges can be prorated and divided into manageable annual installments.
To make a contribution to the Power of Knowledge Campaign or to learn more about the endowment fund and the work of MML, call the MML Foundation at (734) 662-3246 or print this online form.