NEWS & PRESS


Community Foundation Receives $500,000 Commitment from The Humana Foundation to Support Essential Workers Amidst COVID-19 Health Crisis

The current COVID-19 health crisis requires both immediate and long-term, sustainable relief in varying degrees across the U.S. This pandemic escalated what were previously already growing health concerns, such as...

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Michigan Partners Commit $5 Million to Help Address Opioid Epidemic

The Michigan Opioid Partnership, a public-private collaborative including the State of Michigan and key philanthropic partners, is working to reduce opioid overdoses and deaths through prevention, treatment, harm reduction, and...

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Getting Youth Active Again

Can you recall your favorite playground game as a child? There were so many that filled the day for me, especially during the summer months out on school break. You...

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Supporting Leadership in the Region

Strengthening leaders and organizations that drive change across the region helps nonprofits better serve their communities and contribute to a more vibrant and resilient southeast Michigan....

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Supporting Regional Impact

The Community Foundation considers issues from the perspective of the seven counties it serves and works proactively to address the area’s greatest needs....

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Supporting Innovation in the Region

Addressing opportunities to improve lives in southeast Michigan requires innovative approaches. The Community Foundation partners with organizations that are making improvements on a system-wide basis. ...

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HOPE Fund Announces New Grant for LGBTQ Cancer Care

A $7,500 grant was made to the American Cancer Society Michigan Inc. to support resource development and training for health care professionals on LGBTQ-sensitive cancer screening...

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State of Michigan announces $17.5 million in grant funds to combat the opioid epidemic

The press release was originally published by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services on January 8, 2020. Download the full press release here. LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan...

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Making Connections in Detroit’s Aging LGBT Community

For LGBT community members who feel disconnected or alone, Friendly Callers has offered crucial companionship and support....

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Project Play joins Channel 7 Action News, shares tips to keep youth active in the winter WXYZ-TV Channel 7 Action News This Morning

Sarah Wedepohl, senior program officer at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, spoke with Channel 7 Action News This Morning about Project Play and the importance of keeping youth active...

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