Highlighting The Sunset Project's Programs and Projects that made an impact across Northeast Michigan in 2024.
2024 was a remarkable year for The Sunset Project, filled with incredible projects that support our commitment to investing in the betterment of Northeast Michigan through creative-based and mental health programs.
FOCUS45 continued to provide the region with creative-based competitions, community placemaking efforts, and new partnerships with other area organizations.
The Sawyer J. Boyd Creatives Grant awarded more than $7,000 to regional creatives looking to expand their creative passion, hobby, or career.
The Northeast Michigan Wellness Initiative (NEMWI) expanded its "Ending the Silence" Program implementation to include Alcona Public Schools and provided partnerships to various regional organizations to support their ongoing mental-health-related efforts.
Please see below for a detailed list of our 2024 programs and their projects!
Service Region Wide | Year-Round Projects
FOCUS45 is The Sunset Project's creative-based program focused on the development, implementation, and support of culturally enriching and placemaking projects in Northeast Michigan.
2024 FOCUS45 Projects
Sanctuary Selections Film Competition
Northeast Michigan Community Impact Survey
Marqueetown Special Screening and Fundraiser
Fresh Waves Mural Project Participation
FOCUS45 Amateur Photography Contest
Boardman Review Winter '25 Issue Feature
Service Region Wide | Applications Accepted Annually from May 1 - June 30
The Sawyer J. Boyd Creatives Grant is The Sunset Project's lead creative advancement opportunity for aspiring youth aged 16 to 23, providing individuals with the purchase of goods and/or services to expand their creative passion, hobby, or career.
In 2024, The Sunset Project contributed more than $7,000 to recipients from across our seven-county service region.
2024 Sawyer J. Boyd Creatives Grant Recipients
Beck Leasvesley
Maddie Linton
Hannah Tracey
Will Meinzinger
Lindsay Donajkowski
Service Region Wide | Year-Round Projects
The Northeast Michigan Wellness Initiative (NEMWI) is The Sunset Project's mental health-focused program working to raise awareness, end stigmas, and provide education through the implementation of in-school programming and involvement in various community events.
2024 NEMWI Projects
Ending the Silence Implementation
Bay to Beacon Half Marathon
May Is Mental Health Month 7&4 News Feature
Without the incredible support of our community, The Sunset Project would not be able to continue its mission toward a better Northeast Michigan. We'd like to give a special thank you to our Gold Level Sponsors for their continued support of our programs and projects.
Alpena Marc LLC
MyMichigan Health
Stanson Floor Covering & Furniture
Werth Electric
Wolverine State Credit Union
For more information on our donors and sponors, please visit thesunsetproject.org/post/2024-donors-and-sponsors
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