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    The divergent "care" and "education" movements created sexist, classist policies that persist today

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IFF's Stronger Nonprofits Initiative

Funded through a grant from JPMorgan Chase, the Stronger Nonprofits Initiative aims to provide nonprofits led by and/or deeply serving people of color with the technical assistance and capital they need to become financially stronger, build their net assets, and succeed on their own terms. IFF is administering the program in partnership with Fiscal Management Associates.

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Nonprofits are eligible for these two new federal programs from the SBA

Nonprofits are eligible for these two new federal programs from the SBA

April 2, 2020
COVID-19 Resources for Nonprofits

COVID-19 Resources for Nonprofits

April 1, 2020
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We’re here for you. Please stay in touch.

March 20, 2020
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IFF’s physical offices closed March 16-April 30.

March 16, 2020
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Architectural Digest: Inside a Historic Detroit Charter School That Takes Cues From Wes Anderson

March 6, 2020
Profile: Denise Smith, Hope Starts Here Implementation Director

Profile: Denise Smith, Hope Starts Here Implementation Director

March 2, 2020
Detroit breaks ground on $15 million early education center that will serve as national model

Detroit breaks ground on $15 million early education center that will serve as national model

March 2, 2020
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The Ticker: Local Child Care Study Outlines Shortcomings

March 2, 2020
Detroit Prep revives century-old school building to serve up to 500 students in Pingree Park

Detroit Prep revives century-old school building to serve up to 500 students in Pingree Park

March 2, 2020
Experienced child care provider expands to serve 6x more children on Detroit’s east side

Experienced child care provider expands to serve 6x more children on Detroit’s east side

March 2, 2020
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Affordable Housing Finance: Housing and Finance Organizations Receive Capital Magnet Funds

February 27, 2020
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WGN: Lightfoot announces $6 million investment in West Side community health improvements

February 27, 2020
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