Hudson-Webber Foundation

The Hudson-Webber Foundation Board of Trustees has approved a $50,000 grant to support the Detroit Area Workforce Funders Collaborative (DAWFC) in advancing equitable workforce development in Metro Detroit. As the newest partner of the National Fund for Workforce Solutions, the collaborative is working to center worker voice, promote racial equity, and build sustainable, inclusive solutions. Together with local partners and a national network, they’re building a more inclusive and just workforce system. We’re especially proud that Michael Shaw, Hudson-Webber Foundation’s VP of Programs, serves as co-chair of DAWFC. Together, we’re moving equity and justice forward. #HWF #HudsonWebberFoundation #hudsons #detroit #foundation #philanthropy #WorkforceEquity #DetroitAreaWorkforceFundersCollaborative

Hudson-Webber Foundation (HWF) grantee, The Detroit Justice Center (DJC) is paving the way for long-term affordable housing through community land trusts (CLTs). Partnering with five neighborhood organizations, DJC is helping turn Detroit Land Bank properties into attainable homes while preserving affordability for generations. CLTs are gaining traction as a sustainable solution to address Detroit’s housing crisis, with 46,000 more affordable units needed citywide. The Detroit Justice Center is providing legal, financial, and development guidance to make these projects a reality. Read more here https://bit.ly/4gpdyjy. #HWF #HudsonWebberFoundation #foundation #philanthropy #DetroitJusticeCenter #AffordableHousing #CommunityLandTrusts

As we reflect on this past year, we at the Hudson-Webber Foundation, are deeply grateful for your unwavering commitment to our mission to enhance the quality of life for Detroit residents. Through our focus areas—Arts & Culture, Built Environment, Community & Economic Development, and Safe & Just Communities—your support and the power of collective action make a meaningful difference in our community. Together, we are building a brighter, stronger, and more equitable future for our city. Please note that our offices will be closed for the holiday season from December 24 and will reopen on January 2. We wish you a joyous holiday season and look forward to continuing this important work with you in the new year. #HWF #HudsonWebberFoundation #detroit #foundation #philanthropy

#ICYMI: Tens of thousands lined Woodward Avenue Thanksgiving morning for a cherished Detroit tradition, and this year was extra special. The Hudson-Webber Foundation unveiled a stunning new three-part float, “From Then to Now.” The float beautifully honored the legacy of Hudson’s impact on Detroit, beginning with the J.L. Hudson Company’s sponsorship of the first parade in 1924. Donald Rencher, Michael Shaw and Hudson family representatives, along with members of the Hudson-Webber Foundation team accompanied the float, paying tribute to the former Hudson’s Department store and its beloved employees. Let’s keep the spirit alive for the next 100 years. #HWF #HudsonWebberFoundation #hudsons #detroit #foundation #philanthropy #AmericaThanksgivingDayParade

The Detroit Regional Partnership is excited to welcome Donald Rencher, President & CEO, Hudson-Webber Foundation, to our Board. The Detroit Regional Partnership's Board and investors help us bring jobs and investment to the #DetroitRegion. Learn more about how you can support our mission: https://lnkd.in/gdHivrqd

This year, the Hudson-Webber Foundation is thrilled to debut a stunning new, three-part float at the 2024 America's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Hudson’s “From Then to Now” pays tribute to the rich legacy of Hudson’s department store, from its grand flagship location to its pivotal role in the Parade’s history, and the Foundation’s ongoing work to uplift and support the Detroit community. The 2024 America's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off at 6 a.m. on WDIV-TV in Detroit, and you can also stream the event live on Local 4+. Keep an eye out for members of the Hudson-Webber Foundation staff riding on the float. Additionally, other members of the Hudson-Webber family will be walking alongside the float, honoring the legacy of beloved former Hudson’s employees. Be sure to tune in and catch our float as it makes its debut. #HWF #hudsons #detroit #foundation #philanthropy #AmericaThanksgivingDayParade

The Parade Company recently hosted its 25th annual Pancake Breakfast, an esteemed Detroit tradition attended by hundreds of elected officials, community leaders, and VIPs. This event brings the community together to support Detroit’s iconic Thanksgiving Parade. Donald Rencher, President & CEO of the Hudson-Webber Foundation (HWF), served as a celebrity pancake flipper at the breakfast. Rencher, alongside HWF Trustee Bob Riney, joined WJR 760 AM's Guy Gordon, Lloyd Jackson, and guest host Karen Drew to discuss the Foundation’s role in the 98th annual America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. This includes sponsoring a float celebrating Hudson’s legacy—from its famed flagship department store to its enduring role in the parade, as well as its ongoing commitment to giving back to the community through the Hudson-Webber Foundation. Catch the full interview here: https://apple.co/4ewlb66. #HWF #hudsons #detroit #foundation #philanthropy #AmericaThanksgivingDayParade

The Hudson-Webber Foundation (HWF) proudly announces the dedication of the All-Native Perennials Meadows, a heartfelt tribute to the remarkable Jean Wright Hudson. Designed by celebrated landscape artist Piet Oudolf, the newly established Jean Wright Hudson Peace Meadow features around 15,000 native perennials and shrubs planted this year, enhancing Detroit’s natural beauty. Jean Wright Hudson, together with her late husband, Joseph L. Hudson Jr., has made lasting contributions to Detroit’s civic landscape, supporting institutions like the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Artists Market and the Hudson-Webber Foundation. Her vision and efforts were instrumental in bringing Oudolf’s artistry to Belle Isle, and thanks to support from HWF and others, Oudolf Garden Detroit now flourishes. Celebrate this incredible addition to our city! Read more here: https://bit.ly/3UIVW9C. #HWF #Hudsons #Detroit #Foundation #Philanthropy #JeanWrightHudson #OudolfGardenDetroit

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The Detroit Regional Partnership is excited to welcome Heidi Magyar, Community Impact and Heritage Operations Executive, General Motors, Michael Shaw, Program Director, Hudson-Webber Foundation, and Lamont Yoder, President, Corewell Health East to our Regional Leadership Circle! Thank you for helping drive the #DetroitRegion forward-- we couldn't work toward our mission without your support. Learn more about our Regional Leadership Circle: https://lnkd.in/gdHivrqd