The HOPE Fund advances LGBTQ+ advocacy, committee member John Zervos says
“What draws me to The HOPE Fund is the tireless goal to make southeast Michigan a world-class place to work and live if you are LGBTQ+.” ...
Jun 13th 2022
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
New Chase Branch Opens, Bank Invests $30B in Equity Programming, $1M in Minority Initiative
This story was originally published in The Michigan Chronicle. Chase Bank has already established itself in its over 85-year history in the city of Detroit as a community-centered financial institution....
Aug 9th 2021
In In The News
Increasing Access to the Arts
This story was originally published in our Fall 2021 REPORT. The arts and culture institutions we are fortunate to enjoy in southeast Michigan are vast — ranging from museums to...
Dec 8th 2021
Justice System Reform Projects Receive Over $2 Million in Support
A group of national and local foundations announced over $2 million in support to 12 organizations through the Michigan Justice Fund, an initiative designed to address inequities in the criminal...
Jun 3rd 2021
In Press Release
Nearly $2 Million in Grants Awarded from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
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...
May 20th 2021
In General
New Economy Initiative announces $19.5 million fund to strengthen Inclusive Small Business Support Network
This press release was originally published on NewEconomyInitiative.org. Builds on catalytic philanthropic investment in NEI, new funding will further strengthen existing business support network and to provide more resources for...
May 13th 2021
In Press Release
YAC Reflection: Color of Autism cares for adolescents of color on the spectrum
This story is part of a series written by members of our Youth Advisory Committee highlighting grantees working on racial justice initiatives. By YAC Members of CFSEM Gray haired and bespectacled, Camille...
Jul 21st 2021
CFSEM Youth Committee Members describe how they recommended $125,000 in racial equity grants
Watch a virtual interview with Gracie Grady and Akhila Mullapudi, two members of the Youth Advisory Committee of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan. The students spoke with program officer...
Mar 5th 2021
In General
YAC Reflection: How Build-On engages students in social justice education and community service
This story is part of a series written by members of our Youth Advisory Committee highlighting grantees working on racial justice initiatives. By Claire Hong, YAC Member For over 18 years, Build-On...
Jul 21st 2021