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New initiative is working to get network of community hubs in neighborhoods on Detroit’s east side
Read full article: New initiative is working to get network of community hubs in neighborhoods on Detroit’s east sideA new initiative is working to get a network of community hubs in neighborhoods on Detroit's eastside.
Iconic Detroit artist Charles McGee dies at 96
Read full article: Iconic Detroit artist Charles McGee dies at 96DETROIT – Legendary Detroit artist Charles McGee passed away Thursday at the age of 96, the Kresge Foundation announced. He celebrates perpetual motion in way that’s befitting for an iconic artist of a city that put the nation on wheels and in motion. An American artist of international renown, he made Detroit his home and the city his own. And in 2019, his then 45-year-old 60-foot-by-40-foot mural on the east-facing side of what is now the Detroit Foundation Hotel at 234 W. Larned was restored to dramatic effect. The Detroit Institute of Arts also released a statement:AdThe Detroit Institute of Arts joins the Detroit community in celebrating the life of artist Charles McGee, who passed away yesterday at the age of 96.
Detroit Mayor Duggan announces expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility
Read full article: Detroit Mayor Duggan announces expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibilityDetroit Mayor Mike Duggan, talks Thursday, April 23, 2020, in Detroit about the initiative to give about 51,000 K-12 public school students in Detroit computer tablets and high-speed internet to help transition from classroom to virtual learning during the coronavirus pandemic. As schools closed in March as part of the state's stay home order to slow the spread of the virus many suburban districts quickly moved teaching online. Detroit lagged because nine of 10 students don't have access to tablets, computers or the internet. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)
New Thanksgiving parade float to celebrate Detroit nonprofit’s work for local children
Read full article: New Thanksgiving parade float to celebrate Detroit nonprofit’s work for local childrenDETROIT – With the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade just one week away, sneak previews of new floats are beginning to surface. This year, two foundations have teamed up to showcase an initiative that focuses on the success of Detroit children at the parade. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White, will be live televised and streamed online only. On Thanksgiving morning, coverage begins at 6 a.m. on WDIV-Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com with a special edition of Local 4 News Today hosted by Rhonda Walker, Evrod Cassimy and Brandon Roux. Learn more: 2020 ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’ will be live televised and online-only event this year
Kresge Foundation looking to share $1.5 million for projects that improve quality of life in Detroit
Read full article: Kresge Foundation looking to share $1.5 million for projects that improve quality of life in DetroitDETROIT The Kresge Foundation is looking for Detroit-based block clubs, community development corporations and other nonprofits to share at least $1.5 million for projects that improve the quality of life in city neighborhoods. Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit has awarded 99 grants totaling more than $10 million since 2015. Grants of up to $35,000 are available for planning. Up to $150,000 is available for implementing projects that engage residents and reflect their priorities.
Detroit-area foundations, businesses announce $1M endowment to Detroit Youth Choir
Read full article: Detroit-area foundations, businesses announce $1M endowment to Detroit Youth ChoirThe Detroit Youth Choir received a huge surprise during their homecoming celebration on Friday. The fund, which will be established at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, will provide support to the Detroit Youth Choir in perpetuity. "The Detroit Youth Choir brought our entire region together to support Detroit's kids," said Wendy Lewis Jackson, Kresge Foundation, Detroit Program managing director. "Thanks to these generous funding partners, the Detroit Youth Choir and the rest of America can see just how Detroit shows its support for its young people." Full coverage: Detroit Youth Choir on AGTCopyright 2019 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved.
Detroit-area foundations, businesses announce $1M endowment to Detroit Youth Choir
Read full article: Detroit-area foundations, businesses announce $1M endowment to Detroit Youth ChoirThe Detroit Youth Choir received a huge surprise during their homecoming celebration on Friday. The fund, which will be established at the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, will provide support to the Detroit Youth Choir in perpetuity. "The Detroit Youth Choir brought our entire region together to support Detroit's kids," said Wendy Lewis Jackson, Kresge Foundation, Detroit Program managing director. "Thanks to these generous funding partners, the Detroit Youth Choir and the rest of America can see just how Detroit shows its support for its young people." Full coverage: Detroit Youth Choir on AGT