Communities In Schools Michigan

What Communities In Schools Michigan does

Communities In Schools of Michigan (CIS of Michigan) is a Lansing-based nonprofit affiliate of the national Communities In Schools network, founded as a state organization in 2012 and operating as part of a network traceable to 1979. The organization delivers wraparound student support services inside K-12 schools across Michigan through an Integrated Student Supports (ISS) model with three tiers — whole-school (Tier I), targeted group (Tier II), and individualized case management (Tier III) — implemented via a four-step process: Discover Needs, Plan Together, Integrate Supports, and Monitor/Evaluate/Adjust. Student Support Coordinators are embedded directly in partner schools to connect students with caring adults, academic tutoring, basic-needs resources (food pantries, hygiene, clothing), college and career preparation, and social-emotional development. The signature program portfolio includes Reading Buddies (literacy mentoring), Student Voices for Healthy Choices (student-led wellness initiatives), Bridge to College (College Care Kits for graduating seniors), and after-school academic tutoring.

The core operating technology is the CISDM data management system, which captures student outcomes, school support plans, and program reporting across the network. CIS of Michigan reported FY2023-24 revenue of $5,965,320 drawn primarily from Local Grants & Contracts ($4,595,193, or ~77% of revenue), followed by In-Kind Contributions, donations, investment income, and net fundraising. Major funders include the Michigan Department of Education, Ballmer Group ($2.5M), Kresge Foundation, Ethel and James Flinn Foundation, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, DTE Foundation, Meijer, TechSmith, RE Olds Foundation, HAP CareSource, Oakland County, and Delta Dental. The organization serves 38,554 students across 73 directly operated school sites (102 total sites across three Michigan affiliates) with reported outcomes of 99% stay-in-school, 95% graduation rate, and 88%-93% academic progress in recent school years. Personnel totals 51-100 staff led by President and CEO Mallory DePrekel and Board Chair David Hecker, with operations based at 721 North Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI.

Name

Communities In Schools Michigan

Legal name

Communities In Schools of Michigan

Website

https://cismichigan.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Communities In Schools of Michigan is a nonprofit affiliate of the national CIS network that places Student Support Coordinators inside K-12 schools across Michigan to deliver tiered Integrated Student Supports — addressing academics, basic needs, social-emotional development, and college/career readiness for 38,554 students across 73 partner schools.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Student Support Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (6117), Educational Support Services (611710), Educational Support Services (61171)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Family-School Collaboration & Inclusion Planning Support (EDAKABAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs) (EDAJALAM)

Keywords

• Student support services
• School-based mentoring
• Dropout prevention
• Wraparound student services
• Integrated student supports

Headquarters

HQ city

Lansing

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Local Grants & Contracts: Primary revenue stream ($4,595,193) including government contracts, foundation grants, and district partnerships. Major funders include Michigan Department of Education, Ballmer Group ($2.5M), Kresge Foundation, and Ethel and James Flinn Foundation.
2. Donations: Individual and corporate donations ($386,290) received through direct mail, online giving, and event fundraising.
3. In-Kind Contributions: Non-cash contributions valued at $678,103 including goods, services, and volunteer hours.
4. Fundraising: Net fundraising revenue of $159,561 including special events and campaigns.
5. Investment Income: Investment income of $140,021 from endowment and reserve funds.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Communities In Schools of Michigan places dedicated Student Support Coordinators directly inside partner K-12 schools across Michigan to deliver a three-tiered Integrated Student Supports (ISS) model: Tier I whole-school services, Tier II targeted group services, and Tier III intensive individualized case management. Coordinators connect students to academic tutoring, basic-needs resources, behavioral interventions, college and career readiness support, and social-emotional learning. Signature programs include Reading Buddies, Student Voices for Healthy Choices, Bridge to College, Food Pantry, and Academic Tutoring, all provided at no cost to students and families.

Product overview

Communities In Schools of Michigan operates as a nonprofit providing Integrated Student Supports through a tiered service delivery model (Tier I-III) inside schools across Michigan. The core offering centers on Student Support Coordinators working directly in schools to deliver case management, connect students with resources, and address barriers to learning. The product portfolio includes signature programs: Student Voices for Healthy Choices (student-led wellness initiatives), Reading Buddies Program (literacy mentoring), Bridge to College Program (post-secondary readiness), Food Pantry Program (basic needs support), and Academic Tutoring. These programs are delivered through whole-school supports, small group sessions, and one-on-one case management services targeting academics, basic needs, behavioral interventions, college/career readiness, physical/mental health, and social-emotional learning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Integrated Student Supports Core service model placing Student Support Coordinators directly inside schools to deliver tiered wraparound supports: Tier I (whole-school level services), Tier II (targeted group services), and Tier III (intensive individualized case management). Coordinators connect students to academic, basic needs, behavioral, college/career, physical/mental health, and social and life skills resources. For K-12 students in Michigan partner schools and their families.
• Student Voices for Healthy Choices Student empowerment program where student teams design and implement wellness projects tailored to their school communities. Each team receives approximately $1,900 in budget to bring wellness initiatives to life, including nutrition projects, physical activity initiatives, and health education programs. For K-12 students in partner schools.
• Reading Buddies Program Literacy initiative pairing elementary students with community volunteers for monthly one-on-one mentoring sessions focused on improving reading skills through consistent, trusting relationships. Currently operating across five elementary schools in Battle Creek Public Schools with 52 students enrolled, of whom 80% achieved reading goals. For elementary students needing literacy support.
• Bridge to College Program College readiness initiative providing graduating high school seniors with College Care Kits containing essential items including laptops, bedding, and dorm supplies to support postsecondary education success. Implemented at Ferndale High School and other partner schools. For graduating high school seniors transitioning to postsecondary education.
• Food Pantry Program School-based food pantry service providing frozen food options and partnering with community members and organizations to replenish the pantry, addressing student food insecurity and ensuring basic needs are met so students can focus on learning. Deployed at partner schools including Oakman Elementary. For K-12 students experiencing food insecurity.
• Academic Tutoring After-school academic tutoring provided by Student Support Coordinators for case-managed students needing additional support with math and language arts. Delivered on-site at partner schools. For case-managed K-12 students requiring supplemental academic support.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% of case-managed students stayed in school
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Michigan Department of EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState education agency expanded partnership with CIS affiliates through new grant opportunities aimed at increasing access to wraparound services. MDE provides financial commitment to assist districts in providing wraparound supports through CIS.
• Dearborn Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey school district partner where CIS operates multiple school sites including Oakman Elementary and provides student support coordinator services.
• Ferndale Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool district partner hosting Bridge to College Program at Ferndale High School and Student Voices for Healthy Choices programming.
• Madison District Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDistrict partner with strong CIS presence including Student Voices for Healthy Choices program at Madison Elementary School.
• Battle Creek Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner district hosting Reading Buddies literacy program across five elementary schools.

Scale indicators18 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• City Year: National nonprofit placing near-peer AmeriCorps members inside K-12 schools to support attendance, behavior, and academic outcomes. Comparable in target population (at-risk students), embedded school delivery model, and outcome-driven grant funding.
• Communities In Schools of Georgia: State affiliate of the same national Communities In Schools network operating the identical Integrated Student Supports model inside Georgia schools. Most directly comparable in mission, funding model (grants/donations), and embedded school-based delivery.
• Communities In Schools of Texas: Texas state affiliate of the national Communities In Schools network providing the same Integrated Student Supports model to Texas schools. Direct peer in terms of programmatic approach, target population, and funding mix.
• Communities In Schools of North Carolina: Another state affiliate of the national CIS network serving North Carolina schools with the same tiered wraparound student support model. Operates with comparable funding structure (state contracts, foundations, donations) and Student Support Coordinator staffing.
• Communities In Schools of Virginia: Virginia state affiliate of the national CIS network operating the same school-based student support model. Direct peer in target customers (school districts), service delivery (embedded coordinators), and revenue model.

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: Large national youth services organization with K-12 programming including after-school academic support, mentoring, and basic needs provision. Broader scope than CIS but overlapping in student support mission and donor base.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: National nonprofit providing youth mentoring including school-based mentoring programs. Overlaps with CIS Reading Buddies and mentoring components, though narrower in focus on one-on-one adult relationships.

Others

• Michigan Department of Education: State education agency providing grant funding to CIS affiliates for wraparound service expansion. Acts as a key strategic partner and primary public funder rather than a peer service provider.
• Communities In Schools National Office: National parent organization providing methodology, brand, training, and advocacy support to state affiliates including CIS of Michigan. Functions as the franchisor/system operator rather than a competing service provider.

Regional players

• United Way for Southeastern Michigan: Regional funder and convening organization supporting K-12 education and family stability initiatives in the same Michigan geography. CIS of Michigan is a United Way grantee, making this a complementary rather than competing entity.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CISofMichigan
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/communities-in-schools-of-michigan-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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