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Art Lives Here // El Arte Vive Aquí
2022-2023

Overview
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded Denver Art Museum (DAM) a $120,000 grant, over two years, to sustain and expand Art Lives Here // El Arte Vive Aquí, an off-site school and community center art engagement program.

Details
Art Lives Here is a bilingual, collaborative program between the DAM and under-resourced schools and community centers that brings exhibitions, artists’ workshops, professional development, and artmaking experiences beyond the walls of the museum. The program complements school curriculum and partner programming by promoting access to creative and cultural exploration and encouraging self-discovery through art.

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Future Pathways for Girls of Color in Detroit
2022-2025

Overview
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded Figure Skating in Detroit $75,000, over three years, to offer new and expanded opportunities for young girls participating in its afterschool program.

Details
Support from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation will offer opportunities for girls in the I Can Excel afterschool program in two key areas: College & Career Readiness programming and the Synchronized Skating Team. The College & Career Readiness component includes college campus visits, guest speakers from professional women leaders and a summer employment program. The Synchronized Skating Team will attract and retain higher-level skaters, as well as provide academic and leadership skills for post-secondary scholarships and future career opportunities.

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Activation of a Neighborhood Portal to College and Career in Northwest Detroit
2022-2023

Overview
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded Racquet Up Detroit a $200,000 grant to support its college and career programs over two years.

Details
With support from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation, Racquet Up Detroit will activate its new facility as a neighborhood portal to college and career. The program will help students get back on track for post-secondary success following the impact of the pandemic. Key elements include intensive academic support, college tours, college success support, career exposure and guidance, and professional development for program alumni who are employed at Racquet Up Detroit.

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MGP Summer Connect
2022

Overview
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded Midnight Golf Program a $25,000 grant to provide college success services for its class of 2022.

Details
Engaging students during the summer, especially those from vulnerable backgrounds, is crucial to ensure fall enrollment and overall post-secondary success. Midnight Golf Program’s staff will meet with and advise students, as well as provide resources to help position alumni to thrive.

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Math Corps Summer Camp 2022
2022

Overview
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded Math Corps $104,000 to employ college students at its annual summer camp.

Details
During Math Corps’ Summer Camp, 400 middle and high school Detroit students from public schools receive math instruction in basic and advanced topics at Wayne State University. Funds from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation will be used to employ college students who work as instructors and mentors.

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Emergency Food Distribution
2022

Overview
The Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation has awarded Lighthouse MI a $150,000 grant to sustain and expand its emergency food distribution program.

Details
Behind housing and transportation, food is the third highest household expense. Funds from the Vera and Joseph Dresner Foundation will support Lighthouse MI’s food programs that ensure low-income households in Oakland County have access to healthy, nutritious food.

Learn more about Lighthouse MI.