Support for Our Youth: A Regional Response to the Oxford Tragedy
In light of the devastating tragedy at Oxford High School last week, many members of our community are reflecting on what they can do to support area youth. Even before...
Dec 8th 2021
In General
Community Foundation Honors Nonprofit Leadership and Program Excellence at Annual Meeting
The Community Foundation today awarded two of our region’s most prestigious nonprofit honors, announcing that Wayne S. Brown, president & CEO, Michigan Opera Theatre, is the recipient of the 2021...
Jun 29th 2021
In Press Release
Justice System Reform Projects Receive Over $2 Million in Support
A group of national and local foundations announced over $2 million in support to 12 organizations through the Michigan Justice Fund, an initiative designed to address inequities in the criminal...
Jun 3rd 2021
In Press Release
Trails and Greenway Projects Receive Support For Maintenance
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Trails Maintenance Fund is One of the Only Funds in the Country Focused on Maintenance of Developed Trails The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, together with...
May 27th 2021
In General
Nearly $2 Million in Grants Awarded from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Over 300 Grants Totaling Nearly $7.5 Million Awarded Since Inception of Funds The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation announced nearly $1.9 million in grants...
May 20th 2021
In General
Detroit Auto Dealers Association and the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan Announce $500,000 in Grants to Nonprofits
The Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) Charitable Foundation Fund of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan awarded funds totaling $200,000 to seven nonprofits across the region that provide youth mental...
Apr 27th 2021
In General
Community Foundation Announces More Than $19 Million in Grants
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announced more than $19 million in funds to organizations and initiatives in areas including arts, civic life, education, health and human services. “The effects...
Apr 20th 2021
In Press Release
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan President, Mariam Noland, Announces Plans to Retire
Mariam C. Noland, president of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, has announced plans to retire at the end of 2021, concluding her 36th year with the organization. Noland is...
Mar 23rd 2021
In Press Release
$102 million in 2020 — the Largest Annual Amount of Grants Provided in the Foundation’s History
Throughout 2020, the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan issued a total of over $102 million in grants – the largest annual total in the Foundation’s 36-year history. Grants will help...
Jan 19th 2021
In Press Release
More Than $180,000 in Grants to Area Health Systems in Partnership with Shinola Detroit
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, in partnership with Shinola Detroit, today announced three grants from its COVID-19 Health Fund to support the needs of area healthcare workers during the...
Nov 30th 2020
In Press Release