A homecoming that brings two community-focused organizations together under one roof
The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its return to the historic Ross-Sanders House at 107 W. Front Street in downtown Buchanan, where it will share office space with the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation (MGCF).
For the Chamber, the move represents more than a change of address. It's an opportunity to reconnect with an important part of its history while looking ahead to new opportunities for collaboration and community impact.
The Ross-Sanders House has been an important part of Buchanan's history since the mid-1800s. Originally built around 1856 by prominent Buchanan businessman John Ross, the historic property has served the community in various capacities over the years. The Chamber itself spent a significant portion of its history in the house, making this return especially meaningful.
The decision to share space with the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation is a natural fit for two organizations whose commitments to the Greater Buchanan Community closely align. Both recognize the importance of strong relationships, collaboration, and investing in the people, businesses, and organizations that make the community thrive.
“Michigan Gateway Community Foundation is thrilled to partner with the Buchanan Chamber to provide co-office space for their work,” said Michael Rowland, President & CEO of Michigan Gateway Community Foundation. “Many don’t know that the Chamber spent a large part of their history in the Ross Sanders House, so in many ways it’s a reunion. By having both the foundation and the Chamber in the same building, we hope to be able to build upon our already great relationship and create more impact in the community. After all, the Ross Sanders House belongs to the community, and this wonderful partnership is just another great example of how organizations thrive when we work together.”
“By bringing the Chamber and the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation together under one roof, we are strengthening the partnerships that help our community thrive,” said Patrick Swem, Chair of the Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce. “Buchanan has always been a community built on relationships, collaboration, and a willingness to invest in one another. This partnership is another example of what we can accomplish when organizations come together with a common purpose: supporting our local businesses, investing in our people, and creating opportunities for generations to come.”
The Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce looks forward to this next chapter and the opportunities that come with being part of a shared space dedicated to community growth and investment.
It's good to be back home.
New Office Location:
Buchanan Area Chamber of Commerce
Ross-Sanders House
