Programs

We have seven, narrowly defined programs that each in its own way works to improve the life circumstances of poor and low-income children and adults and those living in underserved communities.

Our energies are focused on:

  • Creating access and opportunity in underserved communities.
  • Improving the health of low-income people.
  • Supporting artistic expression.
  • Increasing college achievement.
  • Assisting in the revitalization of Detroit.
  • Advancing methods for dealing with climate change.

To learn more about our programs, their particular focus areas and initiatives, click on the links of interest below.

Arts & Culture

Community Development

Detroit

Detroit arts and culture
Education reform
Entrepreneurial development: Growing small business
Green economy: Sustainable city
Health
Mass transit: M-1 Rail
Complete neighborhoods
City land use
Anchor institutions: Woodward creative corridor

Education

Pathways to and through college
Strengthening institutions
Higher education in South Africa

Environment

Adaptation to climate change

Building the field of climate-change adaptation
Fostering development of place-based strategies
Informing and promoting climate-wise policies and practices

Energy efficiency and renewable energy

Health

Human Services