March 31, 2022

Five Things to Know About the Skillman Foundation, “Fierce Champions of Detroit’s Children”

March 31, 2022/ Connie Matthiessen

At 60 years old, this Detroit-based funder is a stalwart supporter of K-12 education in the region. Now, the laser-focused foundation has a new leader—and big ambitions for the future. Here’s what you need to know.

January 25, 2022

How Detroit Funders Teamed Up to Help Families Access the Child Tax Credit

January 25, 2022/ Connie Matthiessen

The expanded Child Tax Credit has substantially reduced child poverty, but many low-income families are not able to access the funds. Four philanthropies in Detroit created a unique campaign to help.