Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation

📢 Join our team! 📢 The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation is growing! We're seeking a dynamic Senior Grant Writer and a highly organized Executive Assistant with great communication skills to join our mission-driven team. ✅ Exciting projects that you'll be a part of bringing to life ✅ Hybrid work model, located in Midtown Detroit ✅ Passion for education and community impact is a must Ready to make a difference? Apply now at www.dpsfdn.org/jobs #Detroit #Education #NonprofitJobs #Hiring

The Black Fridays podcast is already making waves! 🌊 In case you haven’t heard it yet, don’t miss the inspiring conversation between DPSCD alum Denzell Turner, MBA, and Kerrie Mitchell, President & CEO of the DPSCD Foundation. Click the link to hear about the Foundation’s commitment to educational excellence and how you can be part of the movement to uplift our students. https://lnkd.in/gx7xb8pA

Scholarship season is BACK! 📢 The Detroit Public Schools Community District Foundation is reopening applications for two of our scholarships, totaling $15,000 in awards to support deserving DPSCD students!  Hurry, the deadline is this Monday, July 8th! Here's what we're offering: 🎓 McGregor Scholarship: Two $5,000 awards are available for Henry Ford High School seniors planning to attend a Michigan college or university. 🎓 US Ecology Scholarship: A $5,000 award is available for a male DPSCD graduate (class of 2024) living in District 3, who plans to pursue a science major at a four-year Michigan institution. Visit https://lnkd.in/gJszeYSZ to apply today and spread the word! Let's empower Detroit's next generation of leaders! #Legendary #DPSCDFoundation #GivingRise #EducationMatters

When you work to make your community better, amazing things happen. ✨ Just ask Justin Kimpson, M.Ed. , the driving force behind the Ford Community Center East, a Ford Philanthropy initiative. His dedication earned him both the Michigan Chronicle's Men of Excellence honor and the Spirit of Detroit Award. We're proud to collaborate with Ford Community Center East at Fisher Magnet Upper Academy and Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan to uplift Detroit families. Congrats, Justin – you inspire us all with your LEGENDARY leadership! #DetroitImpact #MakingADifference #DPSCDAlumni #CassTechAlumni #MCMOE2024

One of the many reasons why Detroit is so legendary is because our students can pursue higher education for FREE! If you have a student or know a student, please encourage them to apply!

Attention students, educators, and parents! We're excited to announce that $100,000 in scholarship funding remains available through our Michigan Central x DPSCD Foundation STEAM Award. This scholarship offers up to $10,000 for students pursuing STEAM-based programs. Encourage students to apply by August 31st at https://lnkd.in/gv4weanC #STEAMeducation #scholarshipopportunities #SupportFutureLegends #DetroitK12 #DPSCDFoundation

💙 Surprise encore! 💙 Back by popular demand, we've combined fresh shots with fan-favorite moments for one last showcase of our Hall of Fame Alumni Gala's Blue Carpet. This exclusive album mixes new highlights with those beloved snaps from our first release. 📸 Step back onto the Blue Carpet and explore fresh scenes alongside your favorite moments from before. Swipe, tag, and share to keep the memories alive! Celebrate every frame that made our Blue Carpet unforgettable. https://lnkd.in/gru5fuMe

Step onto the Blue Carpet! Today, we’re unveiling another glamorous side of the DPSCD Hall of Fame Alumni Gala with our exclusive Blue Carpet photo album. Just like the Red Carpet, but with a unique DPSCD twist, our Blue Carpet captured the elegance and excitement of all who attended. 📸 Head over to our Facebook page to see our community’s style and spirit shine in every snapshot. From dazzling smiles to stunning outfits, these moments celebrate the legendary achievements and aspirations of our alumni and supporters. Don’t miss this fabulous display of community and charisma! Visit the DPSCD Foundation's page to view the full album. #DPSCDLegends #DPSCDBlueCarpet #DPSCDHoFGala #DPSCDAlumniGala https://lnkd.in/d92PGgN2

Reflecting on last week’s DPSCD Hall of Fame Alumni Gala, we are thrilled to share the magic with you today! Dive into the full album on the DPSCD Foundation’s Facebook page and relive an evening that showcased the excellence and spirit of DPSCD. From inspiring achievements to joyful reunions, each photo captures our community’s strength and unity, and the DPSCD Foundation’s resolve to empower our students. Visit our page to explore all the memorable moments. And stay tuned—moments from our legendary Blue Carpet are so special, they deserve their own album! More to come soon. https://lnkd.in/g-S8jR_h

Special Thank You from DPSCD Foundation President + CEO, Kerrie Mitchell: What a remarkable evening we experienced at the Tyrone E. Winfrey Hall of Fame Alumni Gala this past Saturday! This event was not just a gala; it was a powerful demonstration of the excellence that DPSCD instills and nurtures. With over 90% of the event being produced by our esteemed alumni, we witnessed firsthand the remarkable talents and resources they bring to not only support but also elevate our current students. I am profoundly grateful to our dedicated internal team, DPSCD partners, the exceptional event production team at @tryTALA, our amazing planning committee, generous sponsors, and all our incredible activation partners—Reva Constantine, Chef Dom, Good Times on the Ave, Good Vibes, Jessica Care Moore, Jeff Ponders, Sumptuous Spirits, Fancy Flash Photo Booth, Ty Mopkins, Kori C. Fields (event designer), Kevin Irwin II, Dr. Darrius, DJ Lynda Carter and many more. Each of you played a crucial role in transforming our vision into a stunning reality that left everyone in attendance truly inspired. A heartfelt congratulations goes out to our 2024 inductees into the DPSCD Alumni Hall of Fame: Bishop Charles H. Ellis, III, Reverend Dr. Wendell Anthony, and the Grant Family of the Grant Family Foundation and ABC Student Transportation. Your enduring contributions and inspiring stories uplift us all and reinforce the profound impact of a DPSCD education. Thank you to every attendee and supporter for your vital part in making this significant event a resounding success. Your involvement is essential as we continue to advance our mission to empower the next generation of legendary leaders. Stay tuned later this week—we are excited to share a full album and a special recap to relive this unforgettable night. Plus, discover how you can stay engaged and be a part of what’s next. Your continued support fuels our ongoing efforts and helps ensure a brighter future for all our students. #DPSCDAlumniGala #DPSCDFoundation #Gratitude