Facing Change, Leading Forward: Reflections from Pancakes & Politics

At Michigan Chronicle’s Pancakes & Politics on April 17, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan President and CEO Nicole Sherard-Freeman joined a dynamic panel including David Egner, Don Graves, Kelley J. Kuhn, and Michael T. Pugh to explore how federal funding cuts could impact nonprofits, municipalities, and families across southeast Michigan.

Nicole shared insights on the importance of building local workforce resilience, reimagining manufacturing, and why nonprofits must lead with collaboration and smart strategy during times of uncertainty.

Her message was clear: Our region’s strength lies in its ability to innovate, work together, and adapt with purpose.

Watch the full conversation and hear how leaders across sectors are shaping a path forward: