Rising Kites Launches Community Partner Program Supporting Inclusive Employment and Families New to the Down Syndrome Community
Rising Kites has launched its Community Partner Program, inviting businesses to support inclusive, local employment for individuals with disabilities while helping families feel supported as they enter the Down syndrome community. Businesses can participate by selecting from a range of giving tiers, allowing companies of all sizes to engage in a way that aligns with their values and capacity. Community Partner support funds paid employment opportunities through Rising Kites’ workforce initiatives,
Michigan minimum wage and unemployment benefit increases take effect Jan. 1
From the Michigan Chamber of Commerce: What's new: Michigan employers will face higher wage and benefit costs beginning Jan. 1, 2026, as both the state minimum wage and unemployment benefit caps increase under recently enacted laws. The big picture: The wage and benefit increases were passed despite the Michigan Chamber’s strong opposition under the Democratic trifecta in 2024.Michigan’s minimum wage will rise from $12.48 to $13.73/hour under the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act (IWOWA).
