The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan works to improve quality of life in the seven counties of southeast Michigan by connecting those who care with causes that matter.  The Foundation supports a wide variety of activities benefiting education, arts and culture, health, human services, community development and civic affairs. Since its inception, the Foundation has distributed more than $380 million through more than 33,500 grants.

The Cultural Alliance of Southeastern Michigan is a professional association of more than 90 nonprofit arts and cultural organizations that span every artistic discipline and serves communities across the seven counties of southeast Michigan.  The Cultural Alliance facilitates collaborations and initiatives that enhance the ability of arts and cultural organizations to achieve their missions and to be sustainable community assets.