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Alumni Spotlight

Cycle II Awards

As happens every cycle, the DPS Foundation received far more requests for support than the funds available. We regret our inability to fund many worthwhile programs and projects, however we believe that the grants that we are able to make, will have a positive impact...

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Champions of Education

This year the Champions of Education event will add two new features to the evening. A student showcase will include performances by the All City Jazz Band, VISION Male Chorus, and a string ensemble. Additionally student science displays will circle the room for a...

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Farm to Table

[column type="1/2"][/column] [column type="1/2" last="true"][/column] [clear] The local food movement has caught on such that increasing numbers of people are interested in locally grown food products, rather than those shipped from afar. That is true for the Office...

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Welcome Katherine

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is pleased to welcome Katherine Sorofman as our new philanthropy intern. Katherine is a first year graduate student in the School of Social Work at the University of Michigan. She will spend two days per week working with...

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Why I Serve

As an active member of the DPS Foundation Board of Directors, a working professional, wife, and mother, I know how busy our lives can be. I also know how difficult it is for many parents to find the time and resources to take their children to the symphony, the...

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Thank You Ally Financial

[column type="1/2"][/column] [column type="1/2" last="true"] [/column] [clear] On Friday, September 11, 2015 the students, teachers and staff at the Spain School witnessed corporate citizenship at its best. Approximately 20 members of the Detroit Ally Financial team...

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A New School Year Begins

With summer drawing to a close, and schools opening across the community, there is an excitement in the air that always comes with new beginnings. Parents are shopping for school clothes; businesses and organizations are hosting backpack and supply giveaways;...

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Renaissance

This is a great time to be in Detroit. There are many new opportunities emerging for entertainment, housing, social engagement, and employment. Young professionals are bringing new energy, ideas, and partnerships to the community. Students see large numbers of young...

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Support the Children’s Museum

Founded in 1917, the Detroit Children’s Museum is the nation’s third oldest children’s museum. During the last couple of years, we have proudly provided the beautiful children of the Detroit Public Schools over 150,000 highly enriching, cross-curricular learning...

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