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Chikaming Open Lands is a local land conservancy in Sawyer, MI, dedicated to preserving the natural rural character and open spaces of southwest Berrien County. They protect and restore native plant and animal habitats, improve water quality in rivers, streams, and Lake Michigan, and permanently preserve ecologically significant forests, prairies, wetlands, and prime farmland. With a focus on land stewardship and volunteerism, Chikaming Open Lands offers opportunities for community members to get involved in preserving and caring for the land. As the leading land conservancy in the area, Chikaming Open Lands works closely with landowners to discuss conservation options that align with their land management goals. They also organize various events and activities, such as hikes to observe animal scat tracks and volunteer days for removing invasive shrubs. Through their efforts, Chikaming Open Lands aims to shape the future of Southwest Michigan, ensuring its natural beauty and resources are protected for generations to come.Generated from the website

Established in 1966, North Central Community Action Agencies Inc. is a nonprofit corporation, helping economically disadvantaged people to become self-sufficient and less dependent on public assistant. Located in Michigan City, Ind., the organization offers a range of programs and services in the categories of energy assistance, home weatherization, women/infants/children program (WIC) and emergency rental assistance. Through its energy assistance program, the corporation offers assistance to households to meet the cost of home energy bills through heating months. In addition, North Central Community Action Agencies Inc. organizes community service programs as well as neighborhood centers.