Charles Stewart Mott Foundation

The Office of Foundation Liaison (OFL) was established in 2003 at the suggestion of Michigan philanthropic leaders. The office helps develop strategic partnerships between the State of Michigan and foundations in order to create better outcomes for Michigan citizens within a commonly defined set of agendas. OFL has received funding from 22 Michigan foundations as well as in-kind support from the state government. Its goals are to: 1) promote mutual understanding and collaboration between state government and foundations and to identify strategic opportunities for partnering; 2) serve as a trusted source of data, information and dialogue about programs, policy impacts and policy implementation options; and 3) facilitate strategic joint investments that will improve outcomes for Michigan and its residents. Since its inception, OFL has secured more than $150 Million in foundation/government partnerships.