November 12th, 2019
On November 22nd, we invite community members from across Detroit to come celebrate year three of the Hope Starts Here framework. The 2019 Summit where we will celebrate progress of the… Read More
June 29th, 2018
The foundations behind the Hope Starts Here initiative have started to spend some money to put their vision into action. Read about it at Chalkbeat.
June 20th, 2018
PNC’s recently announced series of early childhood investments align with several of the Hope
Starts Here Imperatives. Read More
June 13th, 2018
Even the most effective early childhood education program can be undermined by unresolved trauma, mental and behavioral challenges children face… Read More
May 24th, 2018
Meet the Detroit Wolf Trap program, where performing artists, teachers and parents collaborate to bring a unique learning experience for Detroit’s young children… Read More
May 4th, 2018
Kresge Foundation, LifeBUILDERS Detroit, IFF and other community stakeholders partner to restore and repurpose a former elementary school in Regent Park… Read More
April 20th, 2018
This past fall U.S. Senator Patty Murray (WA) and U.S. Representative Bobby Scott (VA) introduced “The Child Care for Working Families Act”… Read More
April 18th, 2018
We invite people across the city of Detroit to enjoy time with their children, hear information about the Hope Starts Here Framework, learn how they can be involved… Read More
April 17th, 2018
A couple of opportunities for community members to be engaged on efforts aligned with Hope Starts Here have just been announced… Read More
April 12th, 2018
Participate in a webinar this April, share your feedback in a survey, or submit written comments by May 25, 2018…Read More
April 12th, 2018
Save the date for these community events coming up on April 21, 23, & 27th. Details and location coming soon… Read More
March 21st, 2018
Detroit’s public schools have three million new dollars to spend on innovative programs. Some of it will be used to make amends. Read about it in the Detroit News.
March 21st, 2018
The W.K. Kellogg Foundation, in partnership with the Detroit Public Schools Foundation, will grant Detroit schools $3 million for investing in programs focusing on engaging parents and supporting families in the district. Read about it in the Detroit Free Press.
February 7th, 2018
The newest Children of the Rising Sun childcare facility illustrates the power of partnerships to leverage investments and co-locate family resources. Read the article on IFF.org.
January 8th, 2018
The next scheduled Community Conversation will take place on the Westside on Thursday January 11 from 6-8 p.m. at the Greater Grace Temple (23500 W. Seven Mile Rd.)… Read More
January 7th, 2018
In Crain’s Detroit, Sherri Welch writes: “Detroit’s educational issues have made headlines for years. And for years, those who have tried to fix them have faced myriad road blocks, political and… Read More
December 17th, 2017
In the Detroit News, Jennifer Chambers writes: “A $50 million initiative to improve early childhood education services in Detroit will kick into high gear in the next 12 months as leaders… Read More
December 11th, 2017
In Model D, Margo Dalal writes: “As they saying goes, it takes a village to raise a child. So what does education look like when you listen to the village to… Read More
November 10th, 2017
Detroit Families, Community and Civic Leaders Align on Strategy and Policy Priorities; W.K. Kellogg and Kresge Foundations pledge $50 million in support DETROIT, November 10, 2017 – The W.K. Kellogg and… Read More
November 10th, 2017
DETROIT, Mich. — The Kresge Foundation announced Friday an expansion and refocusing of its Kresge Early Years for Success (KEYS): Detroit initiative to align with the Hope Starts Here Community Framework… Read More
July 5th, 2017
From Detroit Public Television: Elaine Koons, Curriculum Advisor for PreSchool U joins Fred Nahhat and Lauren Smith to discuss the importance of early childhood learning.
February 21st, 2017
Civic, foundation and community leaders reflect on the launch of the Hope Starts Here initiative and underscore the import of community and parent engagement as part of the process to inform… Read More
December 4th, 2016
“Hope Starts Here” is the new partnership between The Kresge Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation, that’s working to create a world-class early childhood experience for the 80,000 young children in Detroit.… Read More