Resource CREWS and CCHE Convening photos October 29, 2024 Kresge hosted the Climate Change, Health, and Equity (CCHE) and Climate Resilient and Equitable Water Systems (CREWS) convenings in Detroit in September 2024. In addition to celebrating Kresge’s deep partnership and investment in cities like Detroit, the co-located events offered opportunities for shared learning and thought partnership around issues such as air…
News & Views CCHE, CREWS partners deepen collaboration, connections to address climate issues October 29, 2024
News & Views Nearly $10M in new funding for public spaces; report shows they curb isolation, build community October 29, 2024 Reimagining the Civic Commons — a collaboration of national foundations and civic leaders dedicated to revitalizing public spaces in ways that benefit communities — has announced its third round of investment, with national funders allocating nearly $10 million to be used over the next three years. The funding will support…
News & Views Detroit Horse Power breaks ground on Kresge-backed urban equestrian center October 23, 2024
News & Views Kresge launches redesigned fellowship program to support future social sector leaders grounded in equity October 17, 2024
Resource Nora Chapa Mendoza: 2024 Kresge Eminent Artist monograph, “Su Arte, Su Vida” October 11, 2024 A monograph on the life and work of Kresge Eminent Artist Nora Chapa Mendoza, a celebrated and groundbreaking painter, cultural activist and gallerist. Chapa Mendoza is the 16th artist to receive the honor in recognition of professional achievements in an art form, contributions to the cultural community and dedication to…
Resource Revisiting Measuring Agency & Voice October 9, 2024 Bringing about transformational change in resident outcomes and well-being requires that housing providers, policymakers and funders strive for more than ‘good enough’ and address the barriers to giving people real power and choice where they live. A new resource guide, “Revisiting Measuring Agency & Voice” from Stewards of Affordable Housing…
Resource Thurgood Marshall College Fund CEO Impact Awards 2024 October 9, 2024 Marygrove College Campus, Madame Cadillac Hall Remarks of Rip Rapson, President, The Kresge Foundation It is a profound honor to be a recipient of a Thurgood Marshall College Fund CEO Impact Award. Some 30 years ago, when I was appointed to be Minneapolis’ deputy mayor, the Minneapolis Tribune ran a…