Education Nation kicks off Friday in Detroit

NBC News' Education Nation is bringing a mini-Summit to Detroit this weekend, as local education, business, government and community leaders discuss a variety of education issues. The Skillman Foundation, an event sponsor, has been proud to welcome NBC to Detroit to showcase what's working in our local education reform efforts, says Tonya Allen, chief operating officer, in today's blog. Foundation partners such as Excellent Schools Detroit and Detroit Parent Network will be featured on the panels. Friday's event begins at 9:45 a.m. and will be streamed live on our website, www.skillman.org. "Job One: Preparing Michigan to Compete in the 21st-Century Economy" will be broadcast live on WDIV Channel 4 from 12:30-1 p.m. Saturday's events include a Student Town Hall event and a Teacher Town Hall event, which you can also stream online.

	Chief Operating Officer Tonya Allen writes that Detroit's groundwork on improving education is a positive story that needs to be shared
	Learn more about NBC News' Education Nation
	View a schedule of local events throughout the weekend and WDIV Channel 4 broadcasts
	Join the conversation on Twitter with hashtag #educationnation

Small grants program surpasses $2 million mark in Detroit communities

The Community Connections Small Grants program last week topped the $2 million mark of dollars awarded since the program's inception in 2006. The program has provided funding for more than 600 community groups.

	Read more about this milestone
	VIDEO: Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Small Grants program
	Learn more about Community Connections and browse grants awarded since 2006

IN THE NEWS

VIDEO: Cody Rouge residents make safety priority

Cody Rouge residents met Wednesday night at Don Bosco Hall to discuss a major concern of residents: safety. Several groups came together to discuss how to make the community safer for children and how to engage youth in Cody Rouge.

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Earned income tax credit may mean larger refund

Low- and moderate-income workers can claim the Michigan Earned Income Tax Credit, which may boost their refund dollars. The Michigan League for Public Policy offers easy-to-read tips on how to claim this credit and more in its Money Back in Michigan, available online and in public places such as the library and community centers.

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Allen featured in Ebony article

In this month's Ebony Magazine, Skillman Foundation Chief Operating Officer and Vice President Tonya Allen is featured in a story about the black middle class. The magazine is available on newsstands now.

Upcoming Events
	Detroit Youth Takeover, 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Cass Park, 2727 Second Ave., Detroit. 323.378.7805. Read More
	Boardwalk Workshop Series 7: Strategic Partnering, 9 a.m.-noon April 5, Lawrence Technological University, 21000 W. 10 Mile Road, Southfield 48075. 248.204.3095. Read More
	Mosiac: An International Affair, 6 p.m. April 27, Guardian Building, Detroit. Read More

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.