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...
May 22nd 2024
$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...
Jul 18th 2022
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...
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
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...
Nov 16th 2021
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...
Nov 15th 2021
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,...
Sep 28th 2021
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...
Apr 21st 2021
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...
Apr 1st 2020
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....
Nov 22nd 2019