The Kresge Foundation aims to improve the quality of life and strengthen community ties in Detroit and its neighboring cities, Hamtramck and Highland Park, through funding transformative community-led projects. Partnering with Michigan Community Resources and Co.act Detroit, it facilitates technical assistance, learning, and collaboration among grantees to address local priorities and reflect the unique culture, history, and demographics of the areas served.
The Kresge Innovative Projects: Detroit Plus (KIP:D+) is a grant program designed to support non-profit organizations in Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park that engage in projects advancing neighborhood priorities and reflecting the community’s culture and demographics. The program emphasizes inclusivity and collaborative processes involving community members. It seeks organizations based in and reflective of the community they serve, aiming to fund projects that embody the vision and creativity of local residents to improve neighborhood quality of life. KIP:D+ offers funding for Planning + Implementation or solely Implementation projects, along with technical assistance and the opportunity to join a network of grantees for shared learning and support. Implementation Grants specifically aid organizations ready to execute existing plans, with anticipated awards in 2024 ranging up to $150,000 based on project needs.