The Detroit Free Press Marathon: Empowering Detroit’s Youth through Running

Jan 24, 2025 | News

The Detroit Free Press Marathon is more than just a race – it’s a community-driven initiative that is making a real difference in the lives of Detroit’s youth. As the largest international race in North America, the Detroit Free Press Marathon has...

Driven by Service: Help DPSCD Students Stay Warm This Winter

Jan 13, 2025 | News, Student Resources

As Detroit braces for winter, the Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation (DPSCD Foundation) is proud to partner with the Detroit Auto Show for a transformative initiative to support DPSCD students. Introducing Driven by Service Day, a new event honoring...

Driving Detroit’s Future: Joel Landy Foundation’s $1 Million Gift to DPSCD Foundation

Jan 6, 2025 | News

The Joel Landy Foundation’s $1 million gift to the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Foundation is paving the way for a new generation of automotive professionals in Detroit. This incredible investment will sustain and enhance the Joel Landy Automotive...

DPSCD Foundation Celebrated as Diversity Champion by Corp! Magazine 

Sep 19, 2024 | Blogs, News

The Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Foundation is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a Diversity Champion by Corp! Magazine. This prestigious award honors businesses, organizations, and leaders who demonstrate an outstanding commitment...

Empowering Our Students, One Step at a Time

Sep 15, 2024 | News

Empowering Our Students, One Step at a Time: Recap of the Detroit Free Press Kids Marathon Shoe Fitting Event  At the heart of our mission is a commitment to ensuring every student has the tools they need to succeed—both inside and outside the classroom. Physical...

Welcome Back to School, Detroit!

Aug 28, 2024 | Blogs, News

We kicked off the 2024-25 school year with a legendary Back-to-School event at Fisher Upper Magnet School, and the excitement was palpable! Produced by Justin Kimpson, Sr. Director of the Ford Community Center East, and supported by Ford Philanthropy, this annual...