The city is rising, but barriers for youth are significant.

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Detroit is reviving, once again becoming a place of promise. For this momentum to continue, we must support and provide opportunities to its next generation of leaders – Detroit children.

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80% of kids live in areas of concentrated poverty. The number of areas in Detroit with concentrated poverty has more than tripled over the past 15 years.

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Only 6% of 4th graders can read proficiently.

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Only 12% of students who graduate high school go on to earn a 2 or 4-year college degree.

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Nearly 50% of kids report not having a caring adult they can turn to.

Detroit Children's Fund is a platform for bold investment strategies that will transform the lives of Detroit children.

Built in partnership with a team of civic and corporate leaders from across the city and globe, and the Skillman Foundation - a philanthropy committed to the city’s youth, Detroit Children's Fund deploys venture philanthropy principals that offers a different way to give with greatest impact.

Our first goal is to create 10,000 high-quality seats.

We’ll do this by investing in strong school networks able to reach performance levels that rivaling any in the state. This will create a tipping point in the sector with the power to influence change across all schools in Detroit. This is a long-term strategy. We know where to begin and will do so with urgency. Moving forward, we’ll ensure sustainable change.

Your gift gets invested in programs that show results.

And, we bring strategic partners to strengthen the business models of those we fund. MAKE A DONATION

DETROIT CHILDREN’S FUND BOARD MEMBERS

Bold leaders committed to bold action.

At the helm of DCF is a passionate group of civic and corporate leaders, unified in their commitment to Detroit and its youth. Our leadership bring expertise from a variety of sectors and are committed to measurable impact. They believe in the future of Detroit and Detroit children. Do you?