In The Community

We're proud to support the communities we serve.

At MDI, giving back is part of who we are. Here are some of the organizations and causes we've been honored to support.

Southwest Michigan Food Bank

We collected and delivered non-perishable food items to help fight hunger in our own backyard.

Battle Creek  ·  Fall 2023

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SHARE Center

Supporting our local community resource center with in-lobby donation collection for patients and staff to contribute.

Battle Creek  ·  May–Aug 2026

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Happy Feet Pet Rescue

We've partnered with Happy Feet multiple times — donating items, money, and hosting in-lobby donation drives to support animals in need.

Okemos  ·  2024, 2025, 2026

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Toys for Tots

Both our Battle Creek and Okemos lobbies served as toy collection sites during the holiday season.

Battle Creek & Okemos  ·  2024, 2025

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Battle Creek Police Department Trunk or Treat

Proud to support this fun and safe community Halloween event for local kids.

Battle Creek  ·  2025

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Battle Creek Pride

Proud sponsor of Pride festivities celebrating and supporting the Battle Creek community.

Battle Creek  ·  July 2025

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Cereal City Sunrise Rotary Club

Supporting the work of this longstanding Battle Creek civic organization.

Battle Creek

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Cereal City Concert Band

Sponsoring local arts and music in the Battle Creek community.

Battle Creek

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Hubbardston Irish Dance Troupe

Sponsored a hole at this community golf event benefiting local organizations.

Okemos  ·  June 2025

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Joe Hoppes Memorial Golf Scramble

Proud hole sponsor at this memorial golf scramble honoring a valued member of our community. Held at Willow Wood Golf Club in Portland, MI.

Okemos  ·  June 2025

Run for Giving — Catholic Charities

MDI was a proud sponsor on participant t-shirts for this charitable run benefitting Catholic Charities.

Okemos  ·  April 2026

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For media inquiries, partnerships, or community collaboration opportunities, please contact: Anna | mdi@mwderminstitute.com