How philanthropy can drive change beyond the holidays
We’re in the season that inspires us to make a difference and give back to our communities. The time when nonprofits receive a surge of support, and their crucial work...
Dec 27th 2023
Data Strengthens Medication for Opioid Use Disorder Programs
Embracing meticulous data-gathering practices is paramount to documenting the effectiveness of emergency department (ED) medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) programs. When administered after a nonfatal overdose, buprenorphine can reduce...
Dec 19th 2023
From licking envelopes and stamps in Korea to Board Chair in southeast Michigan, philanthropy has always been a driving force for me
As 2024 has begun, many of us find ourselves thinking about how we can be a little more charitable and make philanthropy a priority this year. When I reflect on...
Dec 14th 2023
Voices of Change: Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Members share their thoughts on philanthropy
Members of The Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan went on a bus tour to visit nonprofit organizations and leaders that they have been...
Dec 4th 2023
From Novice to Advocate: A Young Professional’s Journey to the Heart of Philanthropy
When I began my career with the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, I was an intern wrapping up my undergraduate degree, eager to make a difference with my work. Little...
Nov 28th 2023
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....
Nov 20th 2023
National Philanthropy Day: A Celebration of Community Impact
November 15 is a special observance in the nonprofit world. National Philanthropy Day is the day we set aside to reflect on what can happen when donors, nonprofits, and community...
Nov 15th 2023
Tackling Implicit Bias in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Opioid overdose deaths for Black people surpassed that of whites in 2020 for the first time in more than a decade, according to a 2022 JAMA Psychiatry research paper. Inequities...
Nov 6th 2023
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
From Homeless Queer Teen to Philanthropy Pro: The LGBTQ+ nonprofit community changed my life and now I am returning the favor.
As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, my life’s journey has been shaped by various struggles and triumphs, ultimately leading me to the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan. I have...
Oct 24th 2023