Maria was born and raised in Southwest Detroit and has dedicated her life to her community. Using her degrees in Organizational and Community Leadership, she founded Congress of Communities, a

Congratulations to the teachers who were awarded the 2015 Go Green Challenge grant. Each teacher received a $500.00 mini-grant to implement and expand energy efficiency or environmental projects within their

Congratulations DPS Foundation!

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is pleased to welcome Katherine Sorofman as our new philanthropy intern. Katherine is a first year graduate student in the School of Social Work at

[column type=”1/2″][/column] [column type=”1/2″ last=”true”] [/column] [clear] On Friday, September 11, 2015 the students, teachers and staff at the Spain School witnessed corporate citizenship at its best. Approximately 20 members

Beginning on Monday, July 20, 2015 the Foundation’s summer hours will be 8:30 am to 4:30 pm 

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is pleased to report $395,000 in grants for Cycle I in the 2015-2016 school year.  Awards are being made to: AVANTI  Summer Music Program –

Congratulations to Ivana Butler and Savannah Fisher.  Both of these young ladies are students at the Detroit School of Arts.  They have each been recently notified that they have been

[column type=”1/4″]  [/column] [column type=”3/4″ last=”true”] Dear Friends, In 2002 when a group of us committed to join forces in support of the Detroit Public Schools by forming an independent

Life after high school can be overwhelming for graduating seniors, especially managing their finances. Thanks to generous support from Flagstar Bank, 127 of the district’s brightest students will be more

For the DPS Office of Literacy, reading and writing about the Italian Renaissance is a natural expectation for DPS students. To study the Renaissance era, and then have an opportunity

I love holidays. They are always an opportunity to celebrate, to sing and dance, and enjoy the company of those we know and love. When I was young, we all

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation was pleased to  help facilitate the donation of 10,000 winter coats to DPS students. Thank you Operation Warm for your generous donation that will help

While there is still lots of snow on the ground, it is not too early to think about summer camp. The Detroit Public Schools is fortunate to own a camp

The DPS Foundation is pleased to have this opportunity to pay tribute to all of the women who work each day to ensure that the children of our community receive

On the Chinese lunar calendar 2015 is the year of the sheep. This is a year of peace and tranquility, and a year of prosperity. The generosity of spirit that

[column type=”1/4″] [/column] [column type=”3/4″ last=”true”] As a proud product of DPS, I am honored to have been asked to contribute to the alumni blog. My DPS experience was tied

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.

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

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

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

  [column type=”1/3″] [/column] [column type=”2/3″ last=”true”] The Board of Directors is pleased to announce the election of Ms. Tammy Klugh to the Board. Ms. Klugh is the former Vice President

The DPS Foundation is pleased to announce the award of 16 grants totaling $116,580 to the following applicants: Academy of the Americas – climate, culture and social responsibility All City

October 16, 2014 was a banner day for the support of students within the Detroit Public Schools. On that day the DPS Foundation received three generous donations that will truly

This is the month in which we pay special attention to the many contributions that individuals of Hispanic ancestry have made to our community.  It is the time when we

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation ranked No. 25 of the 100 K-12 education foundations affiliated with the country’s largest school districts, according to a new study, based on the impact it’s having

The beginning of each new school year is a time of excitement, hope, and opportunity – It is a time for meeting new people and renewing old friendships. It is

Please participate in our survey by clicking on the following link.  It is a short 10 question survey.  You will remain anonymous unless you choose to participate in a drawing

In its constant quest to communicate effectively with the public, operate efficiently, and create and enhance educational opportunities for DPS students, the Foundation’s Board of Directors, with the assistance of

The DPS Foundation conducts three funding cycles each year. The latest cycle, for programs and activities conducted over the summer months and the first three months of the school year,

  [column type=”1/3″] [/column] [column type=”2/3″ last=”true”] Along with many others in the philanthropic community, the board and staff of the Detroit Public Schools Foundation are saddened by the death

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is pleased to announce the receipt of a generous donation of $15,000 made on behalf of Ms. Denise Lewis an alumna of Mumford High School

The Foundation is pleased to announce the first recipient of the Roy and Maureen Roberts Scholarship. Ms. Sabrina Emerenini, a graduating senior at Cass Technical High School has been selected

Friction, tension, hydraulic pressure and other scientific concepts were the focus of Education Day on Belle Isle this year. Approximately 700 DPS students participating in the PNC supported Grow Up

Going off to college presents a range of new experiences and challenges for every high school graduate. Making new friends, being away from family, worrying about academic preparation and paying

Thank You Detroit. Due to the generosity of many people, DPS students will be able to have wonderful camp experiences this summer without the worry or expense of providing a

To view the article posted to TMC News please click here (PDF)

Watch Dr. Glenda Price on Sunday, May 11 at 10:30 am with Steve Hood – Detroit Wants to Know on TV Channel 20

To view the article that is post to the Detroit Free Press website click here (PDF).

WRCJ is proud to announce that the 3rd Annual KICKSTART YOUR SUMMER will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren

The AAA Michigan donation of $28,000 to the Detroit Public Schools Foundation will help fund the “Safe Routes” program in 14 key school zones to ensure the safety and security

“As the world has become smaller and competition more global, we have increased the drumbeat around the need for every child to go to college. We say that each one

To view the proclamation please click here (PDF)

To hear the interview from Craig Fahle Show please click here (MP3) (Airdate 12/10/13)

Click here to view the interview that aired on Spotlight on the New (WXYZ Channel 7) with Chuck Stokes. (Aired 12/01/13)  

To hear the interview please click here (MP3)

“Defining equity in education should be an easy task. It is, in my view, simply the process of providing to each child the resources necessary for him or her to

The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is proud to announce it’s 2nd Annual Roast & Toast Fundraiser.  For more detail about this event please click here (PDF)

To read the blog written by Sherri Welch please click here (PDF)

Missed the interview on 90.9 FM when Osborn H.S. Grad (and WRCJ Program Director) Dave Wagner spoke with Pershing H.S. Grad (and DPS Foundation Alumni Development Specialist) Erica Sanders about

To view the Press Release click here (PDF)

To read the article featured on www.freep.com click here (PDF)

To read more in our Mid-December Alumni newsletter click here: (PDF)

To read the article featured in the Michigan Chronicle click here (PDF)

To read the commentary click here (PDF)

To read more in our November newsletter click here (PDF)

To hear the commentary by Jack Lessenberry click here (MP3) To read the commentary by Jack Lessenberry click here 

Read more in our November Alumni Program Newsletter (PDF)

To view the press release click here (PDF)

To view the press release click here (PDF)

To read more in our October Newsletter click here (PDF)

To view the October newsletter click here (PDF)

To view the article featured in HuffPost Detroit click here (PDF)

To view article posted on NoviPatch click here (PDF)

To view the article click here (PDF)

DETROIT – (October 16, 2012) – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation announces that 300 Detroit students will participate in the Future City Competition this school year because of a grant

Read more in our special edition Annual Appeal newsletter

To view the press release click here (PDF)

To view the segment click here: (video clip).

Read more in our September Newsletter (PDF)

To view article click here: (PDF)

To hear remarks from Tom Ogden please click here: WJR-AM media clip

Comerica Bank to Announce Transportation Fund for Detroit Public Schools Foundation. To view the article click here: (PDF)

DPS FOUNDATION LAUNCHES TRANSPORTATION FUND, ANNUAL APPEAL DETROIT/Sept. 20, 2011 – To celebrate the back to school season, Comerica Bank today announced it will serve as the first corporate contributor

DETROIT – (September 5, 2012) – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation announces its President and CEO since 2009, Chacona Johnson, is leaving the Foundation at the end of September for

Read more in our August Newsletter (PDF)

Read more in our July Newsletter

To view the article click here (PDF)

DPS Foundation announces new official alumni program for school  The Detroit Public School announced the launch of the official Alumni Giving and Development Program for alumni of Detroit Public Schools

As students get ready to return to the classroom, some will be more ready to take on the next school year than others. For those returning to Detroit Public Schools

DETROIT – (July 10, 2012) – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation announces the winners of the $2,500 Dr. Kenneth Burnley Memorial Scholarships: Amber Chapman from Detroit International Academy for Young

More than 300 students with grade point averages (GPA) of 3.5 or higher graduated from Detroit Public Schools this year, including 10 students with perfect 4.0 GPAs. Two of those

Read more in our June Newsletter (PDF)

Read more in our May Newsletter (PDF)

Detroit, MI – The Wayne State University School of Medicine,  the Detroit Public Schools, and the Detroit Public Schools Foundation have teamed up to offer high school students a chance

College campus visits. ACT prep. Acceptance letters, enrollment forms, financial aid and scholarship applications and transcripts. Graduation. With all the excitement and stress of planning for college, the hard work

Watch on MyFox Detroit (Website)

Read more in our April Newsletter (PDF)

Detroit Public Schools, PNC Bank Support Innovative Math, Science Curriculum DETROIT, Mich. (April 17, 2012) – Committed to serving the community and educating today’s youth, the Chevrolet Detroit Belle Isle

Coverage of President & CEO Chacona Johnson’s recent accolade in the Oakland Press People on the Move.

“In times of change, it is important to remember what is not changing, and importantly, what should not be changing. The community must not waver on the priority to focus

The Detroit Free Press is spreading the news about the Foundation’s newest member, Alumni Development Specialist, Erica Raglin. (Website)

Read more exciting news about our partnership with 313 Energy from the Oakland Press. (Website)

Read more exciting news about our partnership with 313 Energy from the Jewish News (PDF)

Read more in our March Newsletter (PDF)

By Eric Czarnik C & G Staff Writer WEST BLOOMFIELD — Matthew Tukel and Sawyer Altman are not emergency city managers, but they have a unique, entrepreneurial way of reaching

DETROIT – (March 20, 2012) – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation today announced Erica Raglin has joined the foundation as Alumni Development Specialist. In this newly created role for the

Chacona Johnson to be honored at Michigan Women’s Foundation 25th Anniversary Celebration Dinner DETROIT – (March 20, 2012) – Detroit Public Schools Foundation President and CEO Chacona Johnson will be

Read more in our February Newsletter (PDF)

DPS Foundation Matches Gifts for Gleaners through Sodexo Support

When I first started in educational fund development, at the University of Michigan in the 1980s, one of my first meetings was with a wealthy family who had sent its

Students from O.W. Holmes Elementary-Middle School and Paul Robeson, Malcolm X Academy had the chance to meet and shake hands with President Barack Obama on Tuesday, February 7th, as the

More than 500 students from across the state of Michigan competed in the 17th annual Michigan Regional Future City Competition held January 30, 2012 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi.

Read more about how to show your support this holiday season in our holiday newsletter.

Read more about the gift of a quality education in our e-newsletter.

The Detroit Public Schools on Monday will host a parade along Woodward Avenue downtown to celebrate Detroit Cass Tech’s historic state football championship. The parade will be followed by a

Foundation President & CEO, Chacona Johnson, was featured on Street Beat this past Sunday on Channel 50. She discussed the recently announced Morse Code Scholarship Program with Attorney Michael Morse.

Of all the dramatic floats that will travel the route of America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit this year, just one has the distinction of being designed by a middle schooler.

Read more about New Opportunity at the Foundation in our e-newsletter.

DETROIT (October 31, 2011) – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation, an independent 501 (c)(3) organization, announces that its Board of Directors has agreed to expand the Foundation’s mission to include

(Southfield, MI – October 27, 2011) … Detroit Public School (DPS) students (2012 & 2013 graduating classes) have a chance to earn $2,000-$5,000 in college scholarships by entering the MORSE

Chacona Johnson recognized for Community Service by One Hundred Black Men of Greater Detroit DETROIT – (October 14, 2011) – Detroit Public Schools Foundation President and CEO Chacona Johnson was

DETROIT, October 4, 2011 – Regina Fortushniak, Development Officer at the Detroit Public Schools Foundation, was selected to participate in Leadership Detroit Class XXXIII, a year-long community leadership program to

PNC TEAMS UP WITH THE PARADE COMPANY TO EXPAND LOCAL PRESCHOOL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND CREATE NEW PARADE FLOAT DETROIT (03 October 2011) – The Parade Company today announced that it

Read more about Back to School in our e-newsletter.

Detroit, MI – August 24, 2011 – In 2001, a team led by Benjamin Pruitt assembled the first All City High School Marching Band.  Almost immediately, the band was a

Check out more information on our commemorative brick program featured on WDIV Channel 4.

The College of Engineering’s Michigan Engineering Zone (“The MEZ”) at the U-M Detroit Center is featured in the new Planet Green miniseries, “Detroit in Overdrive.” The miniseries, which reports on

Detroit, MI – June 21, 2011- The Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) is pleased to announce its support of the Winning Futures/Greg Kelser Basketball Camp, which is being held at

Detroit, MI – June 15, 2011 – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) is pleased to announce its support of the 27th annual Detroit Public Schools (DPS) Excellence Awards Banquet,

Detroit, MI – June 8, 2011 – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) will make a difference in this year’s 42nd annual “Evening of Fine Arts”, Thursday, June 9, 2011

Detroit, MI – May 17, 2011 – Chacona Johnson, President & CEO of the Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) and Robert Bobb, Emergency Manager of the Detroit Public Schools (DPS)

Get this: There are Detroit Public Schools students with grade points of 3.5 and above. Actually, there are exactly 308 of them. Last night, The Detroit Public Schools Foundation honored

DETROIT – May 3, 2011 – Detroit Public Schools Foundation received a $1 million gift from Sodexo School Services to support enrichment programs and activities for Detroit Public Schools and its

Four-year-old Korii Broaden bounded up a stepladder at the Detroit Children’s Museum on Tuesday and gingerly took hold of a small metal nail. “Sink or float?” asked David Holcomb, an

Click here to read our Spring e-newsletter and learn more about our Spring Appeal to the Community and our Commemorative Brick Program.

Contact: tom martin – DMe PR 248-473-2012 [email protected] www.dianemartinenterprises.com Detroit, MI – April 27, 2011 – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) will join an award winning Future City Competition

Detroit, MI – April 21, 2011 – The Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF) hopes to leverage the use of social media to create awareness of key new programs and is

Detroit Public Schools Foundation President & CEO, Chacona Johnson discusses DPS’ support of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Enrichment and the involvement with the Engineering Society of Detroit’s Future

Detroit will be featured on the national PBS program Need to Know this week. The weekly public affairs series is focusing on a watershed moment in Detroit’s history–namely, the city’s

Detroit, MI – April 8, 2011 – What will Detroit look like in 2025?  Recent media coverage about the downsizing and re-making of Detroit has brought a particular importance to

2011-03-25 DETROIT (WWJ) DETROIT (WWJ) – With demolition of the old Cass Tech High School underway, the Detroit Public Schools Foundation is looking to raise money by selling bricks from the building.

Detroit, MI – March 14, 2011 – Thanks to a public auction by General Motors and Chevrolet, the first Chevy Volt available to the public was donated to the Detroit Public Schools Foundation (DPSF). Consequently, DPSF has been able to fund a number of programs that focus on science, technology engineering and mathematics (STEM) enrichment in the Detroit Public Schools (DPS). The winning bid was $225,000.

Click here to read our Valentine to you!

Click here to read our holiday greeting to you!

For Immediate Release Contact: Regina Fortushniak 313.873.3414 Detroit Public Schools Foundation With $2.2M in recent corporate and philanthropic gifts that include a personal donation from GM CEO Dan Akerson, the

Click here to read our Winter e-newsletter and to learn more about our first ever Annual Appeal and our Commemorative Brick Program.

2010-11-23 Written by Bankole Thompson A cross section of leaders in education and business converged last week at the Detroit Seafood Market to raise money — $60,000 to be exact

2010-07-22 CECIL ANGEL Bricks from the old Cass Tech, Finney, Mackenzie, Mumford and Chadsey high schools — all slated for demolition — will be preserved and restored for sale to

2010-06-01 Dennis Archambault They have graduated professional musicians over the years, but Detroit’s high school marching band leaders say what they do is not about creating career musicians. Band is

2010-05-27 By PEGGY WALSH-SARNECKI The Detroit Public Schools Foundation received a $1.5-million donation today from the PNC Foundation to be used for early childhood education. DPS will use the money

2010-05-27 (PRWEB) PNC Foundation investment leverages resources of Detroit Public Schools Foundation, Detroit Science Center and Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts on behalf of underserved children (PRWEB) May 27,

2010-02-12 Steven Wasko/Jennifer Mrozowski, Detroit Public Schools The Detroit Public Schools Foundation is now accepting online donations for the DPS All-City High School Marching Band and the DPS Reading Corps,

Written by Minehaha Forman, Special to The Chronicle At the Michigan Chronicle’s Legacy in Motion Gala held on December 12, 2009, the Pickard Family Fund presented a generous donation of

When the Detroit Public Schools recently sought to officially launch its independent, nonprofit DPS Foundation, it wanted a leader with a proven fundraising track record. That’s why the foundation’s founders

2009-08-26 Written by Ryan Beene The Detroit Public Schools officially launched the DPS Foundation today, naming Chacona Johnson, former University of Michigan associate vice president for development, as its CEO.