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Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan announces $600,000 in funding to maintain trails, greenways

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, together with the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation, announced today a round of grants from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Trails Maintenance Fund totaling $600,000. The...

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President Ric DeVore discusses Community Foundation initiatives on Michigan Matters CBS Detroit

This story was originally published by CBS Detroit. DeVore spoke on the many ways the Community Foundation supports our region. On Sunday, July 10, Community Foundation President Ric DeVore appeared...

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Community Foundation honors CultureSource leader Omari Rush, Ruth Ellis Center at Annual Meeting

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan awarded two of our region’s most prestigious nonprofit honors at its annual meeting. CultureSource Executive Director Omari Rush received the 2022 Mariam C. Noland...

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A Message from the President & Chair — July 2022

This message was officially published in our 2022 Yearbook. This year ushers in a new era in the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan’s history. With a new president, we have...

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Michigan Justice Fund annual report, video reveal the initiative’s more than $6 million statewide impact

The Michigan Justice Fund, an initiative of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, today released its 2021 annual report and a video highlighting its efforts to advance justice reform. Since...

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Mackinac Policy Conference: Ric DeVore on how foundations can aid communities WDET - Detroit's NPR Station

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Community Foundation President Ric DeVore discusses philanthropy on WJR WJR - The Paul W. Smith Show

DeVore discussed his excitement to make his impact as the new leader the Community Foundation. In the interview with Paul W. Smith of WJR, DeVore discussed the rich history of...

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Wayne County, New Economy Initiative Announce $54 Million in Funding to Launch New Small Business Hub

The New Economy Initiative (NEI) and Wayne County Executive’s Office announced $54 million in funding to create the new Wayne County Small Business Hub, which will provide technical assistance and...

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Michigan’s economy includes returning citizens Crain's Detroit Business

This op-ed originally appeared in Crain’s Detroit Business. Between 2 million and 3 million people in Michigan have a criminal conviction. More than 8,000 come home from prison each year...

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Nearly $2 Million in Grants Awarded from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan 

Over 385 Grants Totaling Nearly $9.5 Million Awarded Since Inception of Funds in 2016  The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation announced nearly $2 million...

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