News & Stories

Rx Kids: Helping families in Southeast Michigan 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.

Two programs are changing the way young people in Michigan experience mental health support

The Children’s Foundation expands youth mental health access with grants to BGCSM and SAY Detroit, helping kids and families thrive.

Donor Spotlight: Singh Development’s annual golf outing builds community and raises funds for kids

Singh Development’s annual golf outing raised nearly $34,000 for the Children’s Foundation, uniting community and philanthropy on the course.

A Donor Story: Joy Mullen supports vulnerable children and families with stimulus check

As Joy Mullen of Ferndale, Mich., read about the federal government’s distribution of stimulus checks in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, she wanted to do something intentional with the money, something more than make a few purchases–she wanted to help children and families getting hit the hardest.

Protecting Ronald McDonald House patients and families from COVID-19

As though critically ill children and their families at the Ronald McDonald House (RMDH) in Detroit were not already facing enough challenge, the Coronavirus pandemic adds fear and anxiety, another threat against which to take precaution.

Honor Community Health keeps patients at home, continues providing important services

“In the 35 years of my career, I have never experienced such rapid change and so many moving parts,” Debbie Brinson, CEO of Honor Community Health, said about the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: Partnering to prioritize and protect pregnant women

At The Children’s Foundation, we prioritize the health and well-being of children long before they are born.

#ColoringWithChamp Coloring Contest!

To put a little color inside of your world, The Children’s Foundation is excited to introduce the #ColoringWithChamp Coloring Contest!

A letter from Larry – April 2020

I hope this finds you and your family healthy and safe during this most unusual and challenging time.

With Children’s Foundation support, Brilliant Detroit answers a call for help

Ping! “Cindy, I need your help.”

Four tips for a successful internship!

An internship is a time to grow, challenge yourself and explore a potential career.

15 resources to help children and families through the Coronavirus pandemic

The World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.

The Children’s Foundation Launches COVID-19 Emergency Response Funding

DETROIT – March 20, 2020 – The Children’s Foundation announces today a community investment in children’s health with essential COVID-19 Emergency Response Funding

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