MDSCAA to use $27,000 donation to expand program

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MANISTIQUE – The CBC Fund Drive of Schoolcraft County has chosen the Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency (MDSCAA) as its community charity recipient for the 2025 fundraising year. MDSCAA is the third organization in a rotating selection of community charities, alongside the American Cancer Society and Bay Cliff Health Camp.

The Committee is delighted to donate $27,000 to MDSCAA to support its ramp construction program. These funds will enable the agency to expand this vital initiative into Schoolcraft County, helping wheelchair-bound residents safely access their homes. The program promotes independence and enhances safety by addressing physical barriers that limit mobility and community engagement. MDSCAA has a strong history of supporting residents with physical, financial, or accessibility challenges. By constructing and installing handicap-accessible ramps, the agency ensures that individuals with mobility limitations can navigate their homes with increased ease and remain connected to their communities.

When MDSCAA was selected in September 2025, Executive Director Gary Willoughby shared, "Our wheelchair ramp program is coming to Schoolcraft County. For 20 years, we've operated a small program in Delta and Menominee counties to support independent living. This was done in collaboration with the U.P. Construction Council and the MI Building and Trades Council. We are now seeking to partner with the Delta/Schoolcraft ISD and identify additional partners beyond Manistique to extend services throughout Schoolcraft County."

The committee expresses deep appreciation for the Community Action Agency's ongoing efforts to improve lives in Schoolcraft County. Supporting this project aligns with the shared goal of enhancing accessibility, safety, and quality of life for wheelchair users in the area. This initiative not only addresses immediate needs but also reinforces the importance of fostering inclusivity and removing barriers to independent living.

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We truly appreciate the generosity of CBC Schoolcraft. The funds they have donated will allow us to expand our Wheelchair Ramp Construction Program to Schoolcraft County. We are very excited to help those individuals with mobility related limitations to navigate their homes and stay connected to their communities.