Jun 13th 2022
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Community Foundation President Ric DeVore discusses philanthropy on WJR WJR - The Paul W. Smith Show
DeVore discussed his excitement to make his impact as the new leader the Community Foundation. In the interview with Paul W. Smith of WJR, DeVore discussed the rich history of...
Jun 2nd 2022
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Wayne County, New Economy Initiative Announce $54 Million in Funding to Launch New Small Business Hub
The New Economy Initiative (NEI) and Wayne County Executive’s Office announced $54 million in funding to create the new Wayne County Small Business Hub, which will provide technical assistance and...
Jun 1st 2022
In Press Release
Michigan’s economy includes returning citizens Crain's Detroit Business
This op-ed originally appeared in Crain’s Detroit Business. Between 2 million and 3 million people in Michigan have a criminal conviction. More than 8,000 come home from prison each year...
May 31st 2022
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Six local journalism projects receive over $200,000 in grants from the Community Foundation’s Detroit Journalism Engagement Fund
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the Ford Foundation have given $1.3 million to journalism projects in southeast Michigan. The Community Foundation for...
Apr 27th 2022
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Freep Film Festival to screen Detroit bankruptcy doc that features former Community Foundation president
The Freep Film Festival will screen the documentary “Gradually, Then Suddenly: The Bankruptcy of Detroit” on Wednesday. The film uses re-enactments, archival footage, and contemporary interviews – including with former...
Apr 26th 2022
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Video: Community Foundation President Ric DeVore discusses $14 million in grants on WXYZ-TV Channel 7
This story originally aired on WXYZ-TV Channel 7. Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan President Richard (Ric) L. DeVore discussed $14 million in grants during a recent 7 UpFront segment on...
Apr 25th 2022
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Great Lakes Way to receive $250,000 grant from DTE Energy Foundation for Earth Day
This story was originally published by Crain’s Detroit Business. A subscription is required. The Great Lakes Way, an initiative of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, will receive a $250,000...
Apr 21st 2022
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Community Foundation Announces More Than $14 Million in Funding in Southeast Michigan
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announced funding totaling more than $14 million during the first quarter. The grants will support organizations primarily in southeast Michigan that focus on arts...
Apr 20th 2022
In Press Release
Local youth organizations receive over $250,000 in grants from the Russell Family Foundation
Eight organizations serving the youth of southeast Michigan will benefit from over $250,000 in recent grants from the Russell Family Foundation. The Russell Family Foundation, a Supporting Organization of the Community Foundation...
Jan 20th 2022
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