“The Consumers Energy Foundation has been a wonderful partner of the Jackson Anchor Initiative,” said Anchor Initiative CEO Scott Fleming. “We continue to see investments, growth, and interest from businesses and consumers to downtown Jackson and we will continue to push for more improvements to the city.”
The Consumers Energy Foundation donation will allow the Anchor Initiative to move forward with plans to be actively involved in the renovation of the Hayes Hotel, the creation and redevelopment of additional residential units, attraction of new retail stores that address the needs of residents and marketing the benefits of living in downtown Jackson.
“By bringing in more retail shops, restaurants, and new market-rate housing, the Anchor Initiative has found success in revitalizing the core of our hometown of Jackson. The Consumers Energy Foundation is dedicated to ensuring Michigan businesses and communities are growing and thriving. We are thrilled to support the Anchor Initiative in its efforts to bring energy and vibrancy to downtown Jackson,” said Carolyn Bloodworth, secretary/treasurer of the Consumers Energy Foundation.
ABOUT THE CONSUMERS ENERGY FOUNDATION
The Consumers Energy Foundation is the charitable arm of Consumers Energy, Michigan’s largest energy provider. The Foundation enables communities to thrive and grow by investing in what’s most important to Michigan — its people, our planet and Michigan’s prosperity. In 2021, the Consumers Energy Foundation, Consumers Energy, its employees, and retirees contributed over $17.5 million to Michigan nonprofits. For more information, visit ConsumersEnergy.com/foundation.
ABOUT THE JACKSON ANCHOR INITIATIVE
The Anchor Initiative is Jackson Michigan’s private sector effort focused on transforming its downtown; and in doing so, making the entire community a more vibrant and valued place to live, learn, and work. Find out more at www.jaxanchor.org.