Our Impact

A brighter future for Michigan’s kids

At the Children’s Foundation, we believe strong partnerships and innovative ideas help ensure all kids in Michigan have the opportunity to live healthy lives. We collaborate with community organizations—primarily in Southeast Michigan—to expand access to programs and resources that support children and families.

By investing in collaborative solutions and systems that create more opportunities for kids, we’re building stronger, healthier communities. Together, we’re making a lasting impact – giving every child the chance to grow, succeed, and thrive.

Our Focus Areas

Our grantmaking is guided by our focus areas: Mental Health, Physical Health, Substance Use Disorder, Health Equity, and Children’s Hospital of Michigan Initiatives.

Million
in grants
awarded
since 2011

Impact Stories

Live Rite: A community-based approach to youth empowerment and recovery

Live Rite’s Youth Impact Program, supported by the Children’s Foundation, helps kids affected by substance use disorder heal, grow, and thrive—together with their families.

MATCH: Helping Detroit kids suffering with asthma to breath easier

A new grant is expanding access to asthma care for uninsured families in Detroit—because every child deserves to grow up healthy.

Ruth Ellis Center: Driving health and hope forward

LGBTQ+ youth in Detroit face steep health disparities—and transportation is often a major barrier. With support from the Children’s Foundation, Ruth Ellis Center’s TransPort to Health program is helping young people access lifesaving care by providing safe, reliable transportation.