Grant announcement graphic for 2025 featuring the logo for the Ethel and James Flinn Foundation and the words 2025 Grants Award in orange and blue.

Ethel and James Flinn Foundation Awards 2025 Grants

The Flinn Foundation awards $3 million in 50 grants to strengthen mental health services, resources and awareness for communities in southeast Michigan.

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Hands of teens coming together to show solidarity and support, promoting the Hope Empowerment Coalition efforts.

Hope Empowerment Coalition Elevates Student Voice in Suicide Prevention

The newly named Hope Empowerment Coalition is making progress — launching student leadership, strengthening crisis response, and expanding its regional and statewide impact. We share an update on this important suicide-prevention initiative.

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Flinn Foundation Board Trustees visit Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility during annual retreat on August 4, 2025.

Flinn Foundation Trustees Tour Wayne County Juvenile Detention Facility

The Flinn Foundation’s annual retreat included an inside look at Wayne BEYOND, a growing initiative to strengthen youth justice systems and support families.

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A Black couple receive support from a mental health professional, illustrating support provided to diverse populations in southeast Michigan.

In a Tougher 2025, Black Communities Are Fighting for Mental Health Access

How funding cuts, systemic inequities, and grassroots resilience are shaping mental health care in metro Detroit.

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Image of a man at an outdoor event wearing a black t-shirt with a colorful triangle on the back, demonstrating inclusivity.

Affirmations Responds to the Need for Inclusive Mental Health Care

When community members shared painful stories about seeking therapy, Affirmations listened. Now the organization is building provider training to make affirming mental health care more accessible across southeast Michigan.

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Image from the 2024 Critical Intervention Mapping sessions supported by The Ethel and James Flinn Foundation and the Center for Behavioral Health and Justice at the Wayne State University School of Social Work

Transforming Youth Justice in Wayne County: A Community-Led Vision Emerges from Critical Intervention Mapping

Wayne County is rethinking youth justice with a bold, community-led approach. Learn about powerful strategies to make the system more equitable, responsive and rooted in lived experience.

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Navigating the Mental Health Funding Landscape Through Philanthropy

How Mindful Philanthropy is helping funders make meaningful, coordinated investments in mental health.

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50 Years Strong: How Washtenaw Area Council for Children Builds Safer, Healthier Futures for Kids

Prevention, education and mental wellness are at the heart of WACC’s evolving work. As needs grow, the organization is finding new ways to reach and support more families

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