Cycle III Grant Awards
With the awarding of Cycle III grants, the DPS Foundation has awarded more than $1million to teachers, schools, and organizations in support of a wide array of programs and projects. […]
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Silent Auction – February 27, 2015
On February 27 the Detroit Chinese Business Association will hold its annual gala at the Motor City Casino Hotel. Once again this year the Association has invited the Detroit Public
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February Is Here!
In many ways February is a special month. In the next 28 days we will celebrateBlack History Month, Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, and Ash Wednesday. There will be
Books Bring Energy and Excitement Back to the Classroom!
One of the first grants that the Foundation awarded in the current academic year was to Bennett Elementary to purchase accelerator books. Attached is a note from one of the
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We Begin Anew
With the beginning of each new year, we have the opportunity to begin anew. We are given the gift of anticipation for a year better than the last, the expectation
100 DPS Alumni Who Care
The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is reaching out to DPS Alumni who care about the education of DPS students. We know there are products of DPS who understand the importance
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Thank You Mary Kramer
On Sunday, November 30, 2014, 16 students and two dance teachers from Spain Elementary Middle School were hosted at a pizza party and performance of the Nutcracker at the Detroit
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Go Green Challenge
While there is snow on the ground, many students and classrooms are thinking about school gardens and outdoor ventures. Twenty lucky teachers were recently awarded $500 grants, via the GO
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#GivingTuesday
Help us to meet the challenge!! The Detroit Public Schools Foundation has been challenged to increase the number of donors giving to the Foundation on #GivingTuesday, over those who contributed
Happy Holidays
This year our holiday period is predicted to be a winter wonderland. We will enjoy crisp days, snow on the trees, and warmth in our interactions. This is a time