(Birmingham-MI) Detroit Philanthropy will host its first philanthropic expert panel of the year Feb. 26, at The Community House in Birmingham.

This month's informative panel is a unique opportunity for community and nonprofit leaders to hear directly from Metro-Detroit funding decision-makers. The discussion will dive into the evolving landscape of philanthropy and how family foundations continue to shape it.

The event will highlight how family foundations continue to impact philanthropy, the priorities they focus on, and how they honor their founders' legacies.

Notable Speakers

A distinguished panel will feature:

• Rachel Decker, Detroit Philanthropy Founder and President
• Darin McKeever, President and CEO, William Davidson Foundation
• Elizabeth Stieg, Executive Director and President, The Carls Foundation
• Raquel Thueme, President, Ruth Mott Foundation

Event Details

• Date: February 26, 2025
• Time: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
• Location: The Community House, 380 S. Bates Street, Birmingham, MI
• Tickets: $30 per person (available for purchase here)

For more information on Detroit Philanthropy and their upcoming events, please visit DetroitPhilanthropy.com. 

About Detroit Philanthropy

Detroit Philanthropy, a non-profit licensed professional fundraiser in the State of Michigan, is dedicated to fostering and strengthening the philanthropic community in Metro Detroit by offering strategic fundraising counsel and execution. The organization has raised millions of dollars for a variety of organizations and is experts at developing and implementing highly-effective and tailored fundraising campaigns.

Founder and President Rachel Decker has spent nearly 20 years in the nonprofit sector as a fundraising executive. She knows that the need for philanthropy is greater than ever. She also realizes how deeply personal it is to give of your valuable time and treasure.

By offering personalized philanthropic counsel and advisory services to metro Detroit philanthropists, Detroit Philanthropy ensures their charitable vision is fully realized, resources are maximized, and meaningful impact is generated. Detroit Philanthropy is also a licensed professional fundraiser in the State of Michigan that offers strategic fundraising counsel and execution. Through educational events, networking opportunities, and collaborative initiatives, Detroit Philanthropy connects donors, nonprofits, and community leaders to inspire and drive positive change.