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The basic purpose of the Hudson Webber Foundation is to improve the vitality and
quality of life of the metropolitan Detroit community. The Foundation
concentrates its giving primarily within the City of Detroit and has a
particular interest in the revitalization of the urban core because this area is
a focus for community activity and pride and is of critical importance to the
vitality of the entire metropolitan community. Since 1939, the Foundation has
provided grants totaling nearly $136 million, 98% of which has been given to
institutions and programs directly benefiting citizens of the metropolitan
Detroit area. During 2006, the Foundation provided grants totaling $3.7 million.
At present, the Foundation concentrates its efforts and resources in support
of projects within five program missions, each of which has a significant effect
upon the vitality and quality of life of the community. These program missions
are reviewed in this section of the report. Included in the reviews are
descriptions of the program interests and 2006 grant highlights. |
