Focus Area Overview

Working with partners including the nonprofit Next Energy and the City of Detroit, we are investing in efforts to develop a green workforce, renewable- and alternative-energy jobs and neighborhood energy efficiency. 

Coupled with Detroit’s deep tradition of innovation, we believe that a strong ethic of environmental sustainability will spur employment and strengthen the neighborhoods and the economy. We also recognize and embrace a healthy overlap with other Detroit initiatives, such as expanding access to fresh food and fostering entrepreneurship.   

Our Funding Process

Our Detroit team members are deeply engaged in the community and aware of emerging and ongoing initiatives with potential to accomplish our goals. As a result, we proactively invite the proposals funded through the Detroit Program.