St. Clair Butterfly Foundation

06/12/2026

Thank you to Phil Tower and West Michigan Weekend for having us on the show!

We enjoyed the opportunity to share more about the work of the St. Clair Butterfly Foundation and how we partner with schools, justice systems, behavioral health organizations, and communities to strengthen the environments where young people and adults live, learn, and grow.

🎙️ Listen to the conversation with Chip and Lisa St. Clair using the link below!

06/11/2026

Every Student Has a Story 📖

More than 100 Kingsley Elementary fifth graders recently celebrated becoming published authors through their collaborative book, 20 Years Later. The project challenged students to imagine their future selves while building confidence, creativity, and literacy skills.

As part of the celebration, SCBF founders and authors Chip and Lisa St. Clair joined students to discuss storytelling, self-expression, and the power of sharing our experiences. Their message was simple: Everyone has a story worth telling.

At SCBF, we partner with schools, law enforcement, behavioral health organizations, and communities to strengthen the ecosystems that shape how people learn, grow, and thrive.

The project culminated in a published book featuring a page written by every student and earned official recognition from the Grand Traverse County Board of Commissioners for promoting literacy, creativity, and student achievement.

Congratulations to the students, educators, and Kingsley Area Schools for inspiring the next generation of writers, dreamers, and leaders. 🦋✨

Several outlets covered the fun - check out these stories below!

📺 https://www.9and10news.com/video/2026/06/10/kingsley-elementary-publishing-party/

🗞️ https://www.record-eagle.com/news/local_news/grand-traverse-county-kingsley-students-become-published-authors/article_6459d162-d6c0-47b9-9087-6595f455b673.html

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Join us for a day of family fun at Camp Greilick!

The St. Clair Butterfly Foundation is excited to be part of the East Bay and Kingsley Branch Libraries' Family Fun Day on Thursday, June 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

📍 Camp Greilick
4754 Scout Camp Rd.
Traverse City, MI

Check out the event map below to find all of the fun activities and community partners throughout camp. Be sure to stop by and say hello to the SCBF team!

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/09/2026

Thank you to Amy Sherman and John Gonzalez for having us on Behind the Mitten! We enjoyed the conversation and the opportunity to share more about the work of the St. Clair Butterfly Foundation.

🎙️ Listen to the podcast using the link below!

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06/07/2026

Kingsley Elementary Butterfly Groups & The Rock Garden at Kingsley Public Library

This week, SCBF team members Kasie Gage and Suzanne Kaberle had the opportunity to attend the culmination celebration for a year of work with the Butterfly Groups at Kingsley Elementary School. Throughout the school year, fourth and fifth grade students participated in 12-week Butterfly Group sessions, meeting twice each week with Blair and Marshall.

One of the highlights of the celebration was watching students view the newly released SCBF video and see themselves, their peers, and their experiences reflected in the story being shared.

The group then walked to the Kingsley Public Library, where students placed hand-painted rocks they created during their Butterfly Group experience into the library's beautiful garden. Together, they helped begin a new tradition that will continue to grow for years to come.

It was a meaningful celebration of growth, connection, and the impact these students have made on their school community. 🦋

06/06/2026

Join us at the Cherry Bowl Drive-In on June 19 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM for a special Toy Story 5 Drive-In Movie Night!

We're excited to partner with Mindy Jarmin and the Cherry Bowl Drive-In team for this family-friendly event. Be sure to stop by and say hello to the St. Clair Butterfly Foundation team and learn more about our mission.

The evening will also feature fun Toy Story-themed activities for children, including decorating cardboard movie cars and coloring activities.

We're honored that The SCBF Story will be featured on the big screen before the movie begins. 🦋

📍 Cherry Bowl Drive-In
9812 Honor Hwy., Honor, MI 49640

We can't wait to see you there!

06/04/2026

We'll be at the Thompsonville Fire Barn from 6:00 PM–8:00 PM with an informational table and activities for children and families. Stop by to learn more about the St. Clair Butterfly Foundation, connect with our team, and enjoy an evening of community fun featuring live music, free dinner, raffles, local resource booths, and more!

📍 Thompsonville Fire Barn
14714 Lincoln St, Thompsonville, MI 49683

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/03/2026

We were honored to be featured by 9&10 News during our 19th Anniversary Celebration at Colibri Wine Bar. 🦋

Please see the link below!

https://loom.ly/KKmoI8Y

TRAVERSE CITY — The St. Clair Butterfly Foundation is celebrating 19 years of helping teachers, doctors and law enforcement.The Michigan-based nonprofit provides support for groups like school districts, and police departments on what are known as trauma-informed practices.The nonprofit held a cel...

06/01/2026

We are honored to be featured in Advance Local, sharing the story behind the St. Clair Butterfly Foundation and the journey that inspired our work.

What began with The Butterfly Garden has grown into a national nonprofit partnering with schools, justice systems, behavioral health organizations, workforce environments, and communities across the country. Through our Beyond Trauma-Informed™ framework, we help strengthen the conditions that support healthier, more effective ecosystems.

Thank you to Advance Local for highlighting our story, and thank you to our partners, supporters, and communities who continue to make this work possible.