DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND

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The Detroit Children's Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking primarily in Michigan, with additional funding in New York and Washington, D.C. The Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the Fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
THE DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT MAKES HIGH-POTENTIAL INVESTMENTS TO EXPAND SUCCESSFUL SCHOOLS, GREATLY IMPROVE LOWER PERFORMING SCHOOLS, AND DISCOVER AND DEVELOP TALENTED EDUCATORS SO THAT EVERY CHILD IN DETROIT HAS THE OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE AN EXCELLENT EDUCATION.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
New Paradigm for Education Inc
$5.5M
31%
Teach for America Inc
$2.3M
13%
NEW LEADERS INC
$1.3M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$96K
Median 2nd year grant
$105K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND?
No. DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND give?
DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, New York, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $96 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND make each year?
In 2024, DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $1.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND fund recently?
In 2024, DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include New Paradigm for Education Inc, Teach for America Inc, and NEW LEADERS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND?
DETROIT CHILDREN'S FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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