The Skillman Foundation is one of Detroit's most influential philanthropic organizations.The foundation uses millions of dollars to shape education policy and priorities in the city.Detroit's public...more
United Way Worldwide and a group of foundations launched a new award Tuesday for "civic bravery" The Courage Project will grant $5 million in awards over at least a year to recognize nonprofits and...more
Student creators will screen their films at New Lab on August 23.Winner of the $10,000 Jury Award will be announced at a ceremony on August 24, followed by a gala reception at the iconic Michigan...more
When wealthy Detroit widow Rose Skillman died in 1983, her $180 million estate fell into Leonard Smith's lap.
Smith, who died last month at age 89, faced the daunting task of building a...more
The Skillman Foundation announced this week it has selected Chicago-based philanthropic leader Angelique Power as the new president and CEO. ... Power, 50, who has more than two decades of experience...more
Around the state, educators have gotten creative to fulfill short-term connectivity needs. Districts all over Michigan have set up public Wi-Fi points...more
... Skillman Foundation, CultureSource and The Lewis Prize for Music. "Public placemaking led by an engaged community of creative people results...more
Grants will be made every other day if not every day. The fund will offer larger grants up to $300,000 for large-scale, collaborative efforts like getting...more
In the world of social enterprises, failure is a cringe-worthy moment nobody wants to talk about. But, social entrepreneurs can benefit from their failures.