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Our programs and funding opportunities are designed to serve and inspire more healthful lifestyles that will cultivate a thriving community.
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Houghton County Millage for Elder Nutritional Services

No senior should feel the indignity of being without access to nutritious meals and social connection.

As the senior population has grown, so too has the demand for home-delivered meal services. In the last three years, Copper Shores Meals on Wheels has doubled the number of people served daily, reaching current organizational capacity.

Within the state of Michigan, only five counties do not have a millage to support senior nutritional services. Copper Shores Meals on Wheels serves two of those counties - Houghton and Keweenaw. These are the only two counties in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula without millage support.

Our Mission

Positively influencing a more healthful community through enhanced philanthropy and collaboration

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560
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$ 14.3 mil.
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What We Do

 

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Bridges

Helping people develop hope, resources and a future story.
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Meals on Wheels

Delivering a meal and companionship to residents.

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Victim Support

Supporting victims of any crime including emergency response. 
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Outreach and Education

Evidence-based prevention education for Copper Country residents.
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Scholarships

Supporting those looking to better themselves through education. 
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Grants

Funding opportunities for municipalities, nonprofits and schools. 

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Together we can make a difference.

Your financial support will help make our community a healthier place for generations to come.
"Copper Shores Community Health Foundation has been a tremendous resource for our school. They have helped us turn our students' dreams into realities. Their support has allowed us to experience success we never thought possible. "
Darren KinnunenHorizons Alternative High School
"For us what made Copper Shores special was their ability to change people's lives within our small community, and by that I mean especially the lives of our youth. Copper Shores is a huge asset and resource for our community. Life needs difference makers and that's just what Copper Shores is all about."
Kip McIntyrePat's Motorsports in Greenland Township
"Copper Shores has been a critical partner for the Village of L'Anse and our community partners - working together to help bring important community initiatives addressing the nexus of health, recreation and culture. The broad based approaches utilized by Copper Shores, and the willingness to listen to community needs is making a lasting impact. We are a stronger community because of the foundation's commitment to us."
Bob La FaveVillage of L'Anse
"The partnership between Copper Shores, the Michigan Sheriff’s Association and the Houghton County Sheriff’s Office provides much needed services to our community. When crime happens, we rely on our colleagues at Copper Shores to help provide victim services, crisis intervention, and education. This partnership is invaluable for a safe and healthy copper country."
Josh SaaranenHoughton County Sheriff's Office

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July 9, 2025

Uplifting lives with long-term investments

Copper Shores invests in Water Street building to better serve community Big things are cooking at 821 Water Street in Hancock! Home of our Meals on ...
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July 8, 2025

Seeking Concept Papers for Recreation & Facilities Projects

Grant opportunity to enhance community recreation facilities in the Copper Country Copper Shores Community Health Foundation is seeking concept ...
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July 7, 2025

How much will the 2025 Elder Nutrition Millage cost Houghton County taxpayers?

For more than a year Copper Shores Meals on Wheels has had a waiting list for new seniors to receive meals. The list has typically averaged 30 to 40 ...
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July 3, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions - 2025 Elder Nutrition millage proposal

Below are questions that were asked at our 17 public information sessions, submitted through this web form or discussed in personal conversations our ...
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