NEWS & PRESS


$800,000 in Grants Awarded from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan 

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation today announced their full slate of annual grants, totaling $800,000 to 37 organizations through the Ralph C....

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Respite care creates breathing room for caregivers

Anxiety. Sadness. Frustration. Anger. Guilt.  These emotions are common among caregivers, who often struggle to prioritize their own mental health, physical well-being and finances while caring for a loved one....

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$800,000 in Grants Awarded from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan

Over 420 Grants Totaling $10.2 Million Awarded Since Funds Established in 2016   The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Foundation today announced $800,000 in grants...

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Prioritizing Caregivers: Community Foundation anticipates surging need for supports

Valerie (Val) Chapman-Henley cares for her husband, Kurt Henley, who was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia and Parkinson’s disease in 2019. Chapman-Henley attends a monthly caregiver support group hosted by...

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New Virtual Program for Family Caregivers to Help Community With Challenges Michigan Chronicle

This story was originally published in Michigan Chronicle. The caregiver needs help, too. A virtual program called [Care]Giving & Taking: Making Time for You, started by Jewish Family Service of...

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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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Promoting the Well-Being of Older Adults and Caregivers

Like nonprofits in other sectors, caregiver organizations have made changes to their health care delivery and business models to ensure the health and safety of the individuals they serve....

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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...

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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...

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Annual Grants Awarded from Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds

The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan has awarded nearly $1.7 million in grants to 73 organizations through the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Funds. The majority of this year’s grants...

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