Request for Proposals: Funders Collaborative Facilitator
Request for Proposals: Funders Collaborative Facilitator
The Develop Iosco as lead facilitator for the Sunrise Side Regional Child Care Coalition, is seeking a qualified contractor to lay the groundwork for and launch a Funders Collaborative. This group will consist of community foundations, philanthropic leaders, and business leaders across Northeast Michigan.
Proposal Due: Friday, May 22, 2026 at 4:00pm EST
Questions: Please contact Sarah Foglesong, at sarah@childcarebackoffice.org.
Submission: Email proposal in PDF format to Jennifer Riggs, Executive Director of Develop Iosco, at executivedirector@develop-iosco.org.
Welcome Payton Hendrickson
Payton Hendrickson is a junior at Hale High School and a student at the Iosco RESA Tech Center in Tawas, where she studies Business Management. She is also dual enrolled at Kirtland Community College. Payton is active in robotics, band, and softball at Hale.
After high school, she plans to pursue her goal of becoming an entrepreneur and opening her own daycare.
Welcome Sean Ahreane
Sean Ahearne is a retired Naval Aviator who concluded a 20-year active-duty career in 2019. He has extensive experience in maritime helicopter operations and mission systems in the MH-60S Seahawk. He also worked in Department of Defense acquisitions, leading Integrated Product Teams managing all facets of aircraft system procurement and sustainment.
He holds a Bachelor of Science from the United States Naval Academy and a Master of Science in Global Leadership from the University of San Diego.
Following his military service, Sean transitioned his leadership experience into community wellness and nonprofit work. As co-founder of Tawas Wellness, he helps expand accessible fitness and health programming for residents across Iosco County, with a particular focus on prevention, active aging, and creating inclusive spaces such as the Collective to support community connection and well-being.
Who We Are & What We Do
Develop Iosco is a 501-c-3 nonprofit volunteer organization serving as a convener and facilitator for economic development activities within Iosco County related to business development.
As an economic development organization, DI promotes Iosco County as a place for business growth to improve the quality of life for current and new residents.
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Your Membership Matters
Every success we celebrate — from regional partnerships to community initiatives — is made possible by our members. Your membership dollars directly fund our staffing, which powers the leadership, coordination, and action behind everything we do.
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Grant dollars are being used effectively and strategically, creating a significant return in the form of community impact.
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Welcome, Village of Lincoln!
We’re excited to welcome the Village of Lincoln as a new member of Develop Iosco!
As a key community in Alcona County, Lincoln’s partnership represents another important step in strengthening regional collaboration across Northeast Michigan. By working together across county lines, we can better support local businesses, community development, and long-term economic growth throughout our region.
We’re grateful for the Village of Lincoln’s leadership and commitment to building strong, connected communities. We look forward to working together to create new opportunities for residents, businesses, and future investment in both Alcona and Iosco Counties.
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