News & Stories

Rx Kids: Helping families thrive from the start

The first year of life is essential for a child’s growth and future. Rx Kids, with the support of the Children’s Foundation, is investing in Flint’s families with prenatal and infant cash prescriptions, easing financial burdens so parents can focus on their babies’ health and well-being.

Project YOUR: Empowering youth to combat opioid overdose

The Community Health Awareness Group (CHAG) is addressing the rise in drug overdoses among young people with Project YOUR (Youth Overdose Understanding Risks), a youth-led pilot program supported by a $25,000 grant from the Children’s Foundation. By training peer ambassadors to educate teens on overdose prevention and the dangers of fentanyl-laced drugs, CHAG aims to reduce overdose rates among high-risk youth in Detroit and Wayne County.

Childhood Cancer: Advancing research, treatment, and support for kids

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is a time to increase awareness of pediatric cancer, which is the leading cause of death by disease for children under age 14. We must continue to advance discoveries and solutions that improve cure rates, prolong survival, and support children throughout their cancer journey.

Board of Trustees announces a strategic transition

Lawrence J. Burns, president & CEO of The Children’s Foundation, has shared his plans to leave The Foundation at the end of 2022, focusing on the next chapter of his career which includes consulting. Larry has served at The Foundation since 2016, providing transformational leadership to redefine The Foundation.

A letter from Larry – May 2022

Spring brings a great deal of activity for The Children’s Foundation as we continue to be on the move helping children, adolescence, young adults, and their families.

Yoga Therapy: Healing and positive coping practices for hospitalized children

Campers tried new activities, expanding appreciation for the outdoors and nature, engaging in physical activities, making new friendships, and practicing essential living skills while away from home.

2022 Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Summit creates impact for countless children

“We can no longer think about trauma as what happened to someone else’s child, we have to think like it has happened to our own child,” noted Dr. Robert Shaner, superintendent, Rochester Community Schools.

The Friendship Circle: Summer Camp creates sense of belonging for children and teens with special needs

Campers tried new activities, expanding appreciation for the outdoors and nature, engaging in physical activities, making new friendships, and practicing essential living skills while away from home.

Todd Krieger named Chief Officer of Strategic Partnerships and Community Affairs

The Children’s Foundation announced today that Todd Krieger has been hired as Chief Officer of Strategic Partnerships and Community Affairs, a new position aimed at increasing the foundation’s footprint and impact to help more children in need.

A letter from Larry – April 2022

This month we have our third annual Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health Summit on Tuesday, April 12 at the Inn at St. John’s. We’re looking forward to a full house and best of all – we’re back in person. There are still a few tickets left, so grab yours while you can.

We Need to Talk: Video series brings awareness to youth mental health

After a needs assessment in 2016 revealed almost half of all young adults interviewed said they or someone they know struggle with mental health such as sadness, anxiety and/or depression, Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit (JFS) knew something had to be done.

Donor Story: The Pheiffers plan today for a future impact

“Life can be unpredictable,” said Shauna. “We want a say while we still have one.”

A letter from Larry – March 2022

Well, as we get closer to spring and much warmer weather, The Children’s Foundation continues to be on the move.

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