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The Skillman Foundation

Overview
Headquarters: 
Detroit, MI, USA
Founded: 
1960
Areas of Focus: 
Populations Served: 
Children and Youth
About Us
Mission: 

We partner with people to transform the education system, nurturing the brilliance and power of Detroit youth.

Programs: 

The Skillman Foundation is a Detroit-based philanthropic organization. Through grantmaking and partnerships, the Foundation supports People Powered Education—the power of students, parents, and educators to modernize the education system in lockstep with policymakers and influencers across Michigan.

Founded in 1960, The Skillman Foundation has granted out more than $775 million and has served as a vocal advocate to strengthen K-12 education, afterschool programming, child-centered neighborhoods, youth and community leadership, and racial equity and justice.

industry: 
Nonprofit