Monday, October 5: What's Happening in Michigan This Month?
October is here, and there is a lot happening for Michigan families! From food distributions and free health resources to Trunk-or-Treats, fall activities, community meals, and family events, KindNest is gathering helpful October opportunities in one place so families can find support, have fun, and connect with their community.
Motherhood Was Never Meant to Be a One-Person Job
Motherhood was never meant to be a one-person job. Learn how to build a support system and find Michigan resources that can help new moms and families feel less alone.
Thursday: What Does Support Actually Look Like?
What does meaningful support actually look like for families? KindNest is listening to moms, caregivers, and community members to better understand what families need and what could make life a little easier.
At KindNest: We Want to Hear From You
KindNest wants to hear directly from the families in our community. What do you need? What would you like to see from KindNest? What could we do better? Your ideas and feedback can help shape the programs, resources, partnerships, and support we build next.
Tuesday: If You’re New Here, Let’s Talk About KindNest
New to KindNest? Take a look at how The KindNest Project began in 2025, how it has grown beyond immediate essentials into a broader resource and community support network, and how families, donors, volunteers and partners can get involved.
Monday: Little Ways to Save Money, Feel Better & Start the Week Off Right
Starting the week doesn't have to mean spending a lot of money. From affordable breakfast and coffee to free fitness classes and community wellness opportunities, here are a few Flint-area options worth knowing about.
Saturday: What Happens When We Stop Saying “Hurry Up”?
What happens when we stop saying “hurry up” for one Saturday? KindNest is trying something different this weekend: slowing down, laughing more, letting things get a little messy, and enjoying the ordinary moments with our families. Try it with us and tell us how your Saturday went.
Friday Fun: No Big Plans Required
It's Friday! Forget the pressure to be productive for a minute. This week, we're choosing laughter, comfy clothes, little joys, and doing something simply because it makes us happy. Join KindNest for a fun Friday question and tell us what you're looking forward to this weekend.
Recap Thursday: The Help Is There—Now Let's Make It Easier to Find
This week, KindNest covered where Michigan families can find help—and how they can get there. Catch up on WIC, Rx Kids, MI Bridges, 211, transportation assistance, and more in this quick resource recap.
Michigan Family Resources: A Complete Guide for Moms & Families
Finding help shouldn't require hours of searching. This comprehensive KindNest guide brings together Michigan and Flint-area resources for food, child care, pregnancy, health care, utilities, early education, and family support.
Monday Refresh: You Don't Have to Start the Week Perfectly
A new week doesn't mean you have to have everything figured out. Take a breath, choose one small step, and remember that you don't have to navigate family life alone.
Friday Family Wins: Tell Us Something Good!
Sometimes the biggest family wins are the ones nobody else sees. This Friday, KindNest is celebrating the little victories, encouraging moms, and inviting families to share something good from their week.
Thursday Funday: Mom, When Was the Last Time Someone Took Care of You?
You made it to Thursday! Before the weekend arrives, find something fun to look forward to with family-friendly events, fall activities, free community events, and simple ways to make memories without spending a fortune.
Halfway There: A Wednesday Reminder to Breathe, Reset & Have Something to Look Forward To
It's Wednesday. You've made it halfway through the week. Take a breath, give yourself some grace, and find something to look forward to this weekend with family-friendly events, community activities, and simple reminders to care for yourself.
Before You Spend a Dollar: 10 Places Families Can Look for Help
Families don't have to pay for every need on their own. From libraries and parks to food pantries, schools, churches, nonprofits, and community resource directories, there may be help closer than you think.
The Invisible Backpack: What Moms Carry That No One Sees
Every mom carries an invisible backpack filled with responsibilities, worries, planning, and the needs of her family. What if instead of asking mothers to carry more, we built communities that helped them carry less?
A Harvest of Friends: What an Old Story Can Teach Us About Community
An old episode of Little House on the Prairie sparked a simple thought: what if our communities had a harvest, too? Explore how friendship, generosity, resources, and small acts of kindness can grow into a village where families feel supported.
Remembering, Serving, and Caring for One Another
On September 11, we remember the lives lost in 2001, honor those who served, and reflect on the compassion and community that followed. At KindNest, we believe that spirit of caring for one another still matters today.