Donate & Support

Support the Paper That Supports Your Community

We’re a nonprofit, independent newspaper covering the people, stories, and small-town spirit of southern Kalamazoo County. Every issue we publish is free to our readers—but not free to produce.

Your One-Time Donation Helps Us:

  • Cartoon CheckPublish 12 high-quality print issues each year
  • Cartoon CheckPay our talented local designers and writers
  • Cartoon CheckDeliver to thousands of doorsteps and local businesses
  • Cartoon CheckRecord history and tell the stories that keep our community connected
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Give in Honor of Friends, Family & Those You Love

You can dedicate your donation in celebration of a birthday, in memory of a loved one, or to recognize a community member who makes a difference.

Simply add their name and email when you submit your donation, and we’ll send a thoughtful message letting them know a gift was made in their honor.

What Your Gift Makes Possible

Every donation fuels the work of real local journalists and helps keep South County’s stories alive. Last year alone, we made some amazing achievements, thanks in a huge part to donor support form our community.

Print Issues

Published and delivered throughout South County, one per month

Contributors

Paid and volunteer, including local editors, writers, photographers, and designers

Copies

Mailed out or left for easy pickup at community locations

Communities

Covered regularly, including Vicksburg, Schoolcraft, and Scotts

Individuals

Pictured in team photos and community event coverage

Pickup Spots

Made grabbing a copy of the paper quick and convenient

Story Series

Produced by local voices, including Picture Walks and A Senior Moment

Every Gift Makes a Difference

Calling all local news lovers and generous community members: You can choose your contribution amount and send a one-time gift simply and securely online. PayPal and all major credit cards accepted.

Prefer to Pay the Paper Way? No Problem!

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Please make your check payable to:

South County News
P.O. Box 723
Schoolcraft, MI 49087

Be sure to include the name of any honoree or other notes in the check’s memo line.