Collaboration
The Michigan Justice Fund creates welcoming spaces where stakeholders can share their experiences and ideas in order to build an effective criminal legal reform movement in our state. ...
Oct 30th 2024
Activism Meets Philanthropy
LGBTQ+ activist Schuett transformed personal hardship into a lifelong mission of advocacy and philanthropy. Her partnership with the Community Foundation continues to inspire lasting change, building a stronger, more inclusive...
Oct 3rd 2024
Honoring JoAnn Chávez: A Beacon of Leadership and Philanthropy
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan as we honor JoAnn Chávez, a trailblazing corporate leader and advocate for the Hispanic community. Learn about her inspiring...
Oct 3rd 2024
Southwest Detroit Business Association: Building A Legacy of Community and Growth
Whether through the artistic nurturing provided by COMPÁS or the economic empowerment of local businesses, the Southwest Detroit Business Association is actively laying the foundation for a future filled with...
Sep 5th 2024
Southwest Detroit Business Association: Construyendo un Legado de Comunidad y Crecimiento
Ya sea a través del fomento artístico proporcionado por COMPÁS o del empoderamiento económico de los negocios locales, la SDBA está activamente sentando las bases para un futuro lleno de...
Sep 5th 2024
Thriving Together: Transforming Southeast Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Community Through Philanthropy
As we celebrate Pride Month in southeast Michigan, I'm reminded of the profound impact philanthropy and the Community Foundation has had on our LGBTQ+ community....
May 30th 2024
Embracing Dr. King’s Legacy: Neighborhood Defender Service Detroit’s Journey Towards Justice
As we reflect on the profound impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we find inspiration in the dedicated individuals and organizations that continue his legacy of justice, equality, and...
Jan 15th 2024
Leaders from business, government, philanthropy in southeast Michigan unite to launch Detroit Regional Workforce Partnership, with initial $3M investment, systems change expert at the helm
A coalition of leaders spanning business, government and philanthropy throughout Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties has united to launch the Detroit Regional Workforce Partnership, an initiative designed to create an...
Dec 14th 2023
In General,Press Release
Crain’s Detroit Business celebrates Surabhi Pandit among Notable Leaders in DEI
Crain’s Detroit Business has selected Surabhi Pandit — the Community Foundation’s director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion & Community Engagement — among this year’s cohort of Notable Leaders in DEI....
Nov 13th 2023
In In The News
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion-Focused Grantmaking for Generations to Come
You could say I grew up in philanthropy. As a teen, I joined the Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Community Foundation where I was able to learn how grantmaking...
Oct 30th 2023