This story officially appeared in our 2022 Yearbook. Communities are stronger when organizations and individuals develop shared approaches to addressing problems. As a community foundation, we explore creative ways to...
As the local economy in Pontiac begins to recover from the effects of the pandemic, a network of organizations supporting small businesses is organizing with renewed momentum. Their efforts are...
Community Policing Innovations Initiative is the first of its kind in the region Support from Community Policing Innovations Initiative nears $500,000 Recipients include ten cities in partnership with their local...
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announced grants totaling $14 million in the third quarter to support organizations primarily in southeast Michigan that are focused on the arts, civic life,...
This story was originally published by The Oakland Press. Three Oakland County police departments have partnered with Oakland Community Health Network to launch a new program to improve mental health...
This story was originally published in our Fall 2021 REPORT. Following the national conversation about racial disparities in policing practices in 2020, the Community Foundation partnered with the Hudson-Webber Foundation,...
This story was originally published in our Fall 2021 REPORT Newsletter. Theater organizations play an essential role in our community — bringing joy to audiences, sparking ideas, giving voice to...
This story was originally published in our Fall 2021 REPORT Newsletter. When people have safe, inviting ways to get outside, connect with the natural world, and stay active, we create...
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...
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...