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McGregor Scholarship
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside the McGregor Fund, has created an opportunity for two Henry Ford High School seniors who plan to attend a public university in Michigan. Each awarded applicant will receive a $5,000 scholarship. ...
US Ecology Scholarship
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside US Ecology, has created four scholarships for $5,000 to be award. The scholarships will be awarded to one male class of 2024 graduating senior who plans to pursue a science major, full-time, at a...
A Legendary Thank You: Reflecting on Our Gala Success
Greetings! I hope this message finds you well and inspired. As I reflect on the extraordinary night we shared at the Tyrone E. Winfrey Hall of Fame Alumni Gala this past Saturday, I am overwhelmed with gratitude and pride. Thanks to your support and participation,...
DPSCD Foundation Gala Featured on Local 4
Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation Alumni Gala Sparks Unity and Pride in City’s Renaissance
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation’s Third Annual Hall of Fame Alumni Gala wasn’t just an event; it was a testament to the resilience and spirit of Detroit and its people. For a city that has faced adversity, overcome challenges, broken...
Annual Hall of Fame Alumni Gala to honor leaders in Detroit community
The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation is hosting the third annual Hall of Fame Alumni Gala on Saturday, May 11. Kerrie Mitchell, president and CEO of the foundation, joined CBS News Detroit to talk about the upcoming event.
Hall of Fame Alumni Gala will pay tribute to legendary Detroit students
Before Ty Mopkins began designing apparel that drew the attention of the world, he was proud to wear an orange belt as a safety patrol captain at a Detroit school. That pride is still with him today. The year was 1990. The boys basketball team at Detroit Southwestern...
DPSCD Foundation, Cade Cunningham, and GE Appliances Team Up to Boost Health Hubs with Essentials and Laundry Units
In a slam dunk collaboration unveiled in March 2024, GE Appliances, Detroit Pistons standout Cade Cunningham, and the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) Foundation are joining forces to empower students and address key barriers to their education. This...
Michigan Central STEAM Scholarship Award
Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation, alongside Michigan Central, have created an opportunity for Western International High School upcoming juniors (2024- 2025 school year) through graduating seniors (Class of 2024) pursuing or working in Science,...