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From grantmaking updates to sharing what we’re learning from our community, grantee partners, and peers, we invite you to learn more about our ongoing work here.
McGregor Fund Names Nikia Washington to New Director of Engagement & Communications Position
The McGregor Fund’s trustees and staff are delighted to welcome Nikia Washington, who will serve as our inaugural Director of Engagement & Communications.
News & Insights
From grantmaking updates to sharing what we’re learning from our community, grantee partners, and peers, we invite you to learn more about our ongoing work here.
McGregor Fund Names Nikia Washington to New Director of Engagement & Communications Position
The McGregor Fund’s trustees and staff are delighted to welcome Nikia Washington, who will serve as our inaugural Director of Engagement & Communications.
Highlighting the Work of Our Grant Partners
Wishing you and your beloveds rest, joy and peace this holiday season.
"I think a lot of people might look at someone homeless and think that they're not trying to do anything to change their situation. I've seen people homeless, but they still had jobs. I've seen people living in their cars and just pretty much doing whatever they could to survive, but they only lacked that one thing, which was a home. I've been homeless with a job before. I've been homeless with a car, and people look at you different when you don't have somewhere to live."
- Detroit resident Jahnisa Briggs, who experienced homelessness in 2017 and again in 2019
This Model D story is part of a series that highlights the challenges and solutions around housing in Detroit and is made possible through underwriting support from the Detroit (Region O) Regional Housing Partnership and the McGregor Fund.
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👏❤️ Don't miss Yodit Mesfin Johnson, 2023 McGregor Fund Miller Fellow and President & CEO of Nonprofit Enterprise at Work, this Friday morning at 11!
www.eventbrite.com/e/yodits-sabbatical-shareback-tickets-1114000568689?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=I...Alot of folks have asked about my #radicalsabbatical.
After receiving the McGregor Fund's Eugene A. Miller Fellowship Sabbatical in 2023, over the course of 18 months, I spent four of them resting, learning & traveling, including a transformative month in summer 2024 in four East African countries with my Sun. In this virtual event, I’ll share reflections on how this experience impacted me, my leadership and my vision for collective liberation, rest, and justice.
Rest is not just self-care or naps—it’s a radical act of justice. My experiences observing and learning about leaders rebuilding their nations through collectivism, shared decision-making, and rest reveal how these practices sustain long-term impact. I hope these lessons can inspire new ways of leading, prioritizing well-being for ourselves and our communities.
If you're interested, please register using this link:
www.eventbrite.com/e/yodits-sabbatical-shareback-tickets-1114000568689?aff=oddtdtcreator
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📢 Register for Nonprofit Enterprise at Work's Board Brilliance: Rethinking Nonprofit Governance workshop: tinyurl.com/yad4k5fz
#grantpartnerEquip your board to lead with purpose, adaptability, and a community-centered vision. Join us for Board Brilliance and let’s redefine governance together!
Step into a transformative experience with Board Brilliance on Friday, January 17, where board and staff members from all backgrounds come together to reimagine governance for today's challenges. In this half-day session, we'll break down outdated structures and dive deep into approaches that support resilience, shared decision making, and values-driven leadership. This isn’t just about better governance; it’s about reshaping the board’s role in community-centered, mission-aligned impact.
Register today!
www.eventbrite.com/e/board-brilliance-tickets-1082208497749?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Thank you Heritage Works!
From Rhonda Greene, Executive Director of Heritage Works, about her 2020 Miller Fellowship:
“We believe that our programming is both deeply relevant artistically and has important outcomes for racial healing and Detroit’s revitalization. This fellowship will help Heritage Works and me further investigate the connections between culture, placemaking, and building a stronger, more unified Detroit.”Our Executive Director, Rhonda Greene received the Miller Fellowship from the McGregor Fund, which allowed her to take a transformative sabbatical in South Africa!
During her time there, Rhonda had the opportunity to explore the culture of Durban, witnessing inspiring performances by the K-CAP Youth Ensemble and visiting local art studios.
The goal of this trip was to explore the powerful connections between culture and placemaking and how we can use these insights to strengthen and unite Detroit. We’re excited to bring back new perspectives and ideas to continue our work of fostering a more creative, connected community here at home.
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👏👏👏 Many congratulations to the Developing K.I.D.S. (Kingdoms In Different Stages) team!
We were honored to attend our grant partner's grand opening of The Village. This central location will bolster Developing K.I.D.S.’ continued expansion of the holistic, youth-led, trauma-informed, equity-centered programs and services it offers to all interested Detroit youth and their families.
In June 2023, the Fund made a $1 million grant in general operations and capital support for the retrofitting of Developing K.I.D.S.’ new location with additional space for classrooms, special events, technology learning and wellness.
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McGregor Fund Founders
More than 100 years ago, the McGregors devoted their lives to community service – Tracy as an agency founder and social entrepreneur ending homelessness and unemployment for Detroit men, and Katherine as the founder and benefactor of an orphanage in Highland Park. Their proximity to people experiencing hardship and trauma informed their charitable giving and Tracy’s role as a civic leader.
McGregor Fund Founders
More than 100 years ago, the McGregors devoted their lives to community service – Tracy as an agency founder and social entrepreneur ending homelessness and unemployment for Detroit men, and Katherine as the founder and benefactor of an orphanage in Highland Park. Their proximity to people experiencing hardship and trauma informed their charitable giving and Tracy’s role as a civic leader.
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