STORIES


Stories of growth, stories of impact, stories from our community.

Building a thriving community, one ‘everyday interaction’ at a time

The life-changing lesson Mr. Rogers taught me As a child, I would sit in front of our television and watch an older man with a red cardigan sweater open the...

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$23 million in grants announced during Community Foundation’s annual board meeting

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan approved more than $23 million of grants in support of nonprofit organizations working to make a positive, permanent impact throughout the region during its...

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In Press Release

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...

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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...

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In General

Detroit Helps 10 Professional Theaters Innovate during a time of turbulence

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...

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SportPort Encourages Youth in Our Region to Stay Active and Healthy

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...

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Community Foundation Announces $14 Million in Grants in Southeast Michigan

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,...

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In General,Press Release

Harmony Rhodes: How I Became an Advocate for Youth Leadership and Philanthropy

During my sophomore year at University Prep Science & Math High School in Detroit, I discovered my path to youth philanthropy. I had become increasingly frustrated with the educational inequities...

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PEDALS Youth Development Program Set to Reach More Than 1,100 Preschoolers

Studies have shown that children with higher social emotional skills are more successful in school and life. They are also better learners in elementary school, less likely to drop out...

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Accelerating Giving and Advancing Family Literacy

The Rex Family Fund for Literacy will allow the Community Foundation for Livingston County to support innovative programs that build literacy skills for young children and their families....

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