29 Arts & Community Life Desired Outcome: Robust community participation and more attractive, prosperous neighborhoods in Detroit and other econom- ically challenged areas across Metropolitan Detroit, contributing to a stronger region. The Foundation will consider project support for activities that: • Strengthen individual neighborhoods through cultural activities and public art; • Expose and engage residents and audiences in opportunities for creative expression and participation in order to build community, with an emphasis on projects that: •explore the intersection of arts and the environment, or •build on the community’s artistic roots and history to support its  cultural and economic renaissance; and • Develop the support infrastructure to help create an economically sustainable arts community. Jazz Education Desired Outcome: The continuation of Detroit’s strong jazz tradi- tion, and Fred Erb’s legacy of jazz patronage, by educating the next generation of musicians. The Foundation supports jazz instruction for musically talented, eco- nomically challenged youth. Alzheimer’s Research Desired Outcome: A world free of Alzheimer’s disease. The Foundation will support leading research regarding the preven- tion, management, and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Please note the Foundation will not accept unsolicited proposals in this area. Special Opportunities From time to time, the Foundation may also consider support for exceptional opportunities that fall outside of its mission. Please note the Foundation will not accept unsolicited proposals in this area.