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December 19, 2012 |
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Toxic stress in children's lives has emotional, physical implications
Skillman Foundation Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Programs Tonya Allen writes about new brain research that shows far-reaching implications when a child experiences toxic stress. Read about it in our latest Rose for Detroit blog post.
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IN THE NEWS
Ford Fund gives Southwest Detroit a boost
Southwest Detroit, one of Good Neighborhoods, received exciting news Monday as the Ford Fund announced a $10-million investment geared toward youth opportunities. Read the full story in the Detroit Free Press.
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ROSE FOR DETROIT BLOG
Leaving banking world leads to making more change
When Chris Uhl gave up being vice president at a large bank to become the Foundation's director of changemaking, others were puzzled by his leap. But as Uhl sees it, his move made perfect sense.
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INSPIRATIONAL WORDS
 Goss speaks to local graduates
On Saturday, Skillman Foundation President & CEO Carol Goss served as keynote speaker for the University of Michigan-Dearborn's commencement ceremony.
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Upcoming Events |
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BoardWALK Workshop Series: Financial Oversight, 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 11, Lawrence Technological University, 21000 W. 10 Mile Road, Southfield 48075. 248.204.3095. Read More |
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BoardWALK Workshop Series: Building Your Board, 9 a.m.-noon Feb. 1, Lawrence Technological University, 21000 W. 10 Mile Road, Southfield 48075. 248.204.3095. Read More |
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BoardWALK Workshop Series: Executive Director and Board Relationships, 9 a.m.-noon March 1, Lawrence Technological University, 21000 W. 10 Mile Road, Southfield 48075. 248.204.3095. Read More |
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Grants Maps |
The Skillman Foundation has partnered with the New York City-based Foundation Center to provide Skillman Foundation website visitors with a custom version of the Foundation Center's Philanthropy In/Sight data visualization platform, which utilizes Google maps to show the scope and reach of the Skillman Foundation's work in Detroit.
Access Grants Maps here
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About us:
Learn more about the Foundation's grantmaking and mission.
Our history: Rose Skillman's commitment to children.
Grants: Browse our Grants Maps.
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