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KIDS MATTER HERE Foundation news and highlights |
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New York Times looks at how Detroit foundations are changing to meet new economic realities  The New York Times explores how local foundations such as The Skillman Foundation are changing to meet new realities during these troubling economic times. With more organizations turning to local foundations and nowhere else to go, local philanthropy leaders are making tough choices and collaborating to tackle a growing economic crisis. To read the article, please click here.
Fabrizio Costantini/New York Times
President & CEO Carol Goss New Economy Initiative awards first round of grants The New Economy Initiative, a $100 million effort launched in 2007 by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan and nine foundations including Skillman, announced its first round of grants in its effort to restore the region to a prominent leadership position in the global economy. To read more, please click here. Small grants program The Skillman Foundation has the flexibility to provide opportunities for innovative grassroots efforts through its partnership with Prevention Network. These small grants, which range between $500 to $5,000, allow the Foundation to respond quickly to community needs while also building local leadership and supporting community goals. To view a listing of Community Connections grants, please click here. Upcoming community events
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