Census 2020 – United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region

Equity means recognizing the need to eliminate disparities from historically underserved and underrepresented populations. It also means the creation of opportunities, sharing of resources, and empowering communities to civic action.

We recognize that there are many different approaches to getting-out-the-count and we value diversity in our funding. We believe that the communities most affected by inequity already hold the knowledge of what needs to be done to make sure their communities are counted in the census.

We are committed to addressing policies and practices that perpetuate disproportionately and racial disparities and believe a focus on racial equity is a critical strategy.

Downloadable resources can be used to promote Census participation in Michigan. All materials have been created by the Michigan Nonprofit Association. More information for agencies conducting outreach can be found at BeCountedMI2020.com.

Additional information for the public can be found at MIVoiceCounts.org.

For local nonprofits, grant funding is available. Contact Ian Magnuson at [email protected] to apply.

For more information, please contact:
Ian Magnuson, Census Hub Administrator, Kalamazoo County: [email protected]