4 FY 2017 Overview Fred and Barbara’s philanthropy was driven by their desire to create a better world for both current and future generations. The Foundation’s mission of nurturing environmentally healthy and culturally vibrant commu- nities in Metropolitan Detroit, consistent with sustainable business models, and supporting initiatives to restore the Great Lakes Ecosystem, is a direct result of that legacy. We view our grantmaking through the lens of sustainability: the harmonizing of economic, environ- mental, and social interests, meeting the needs of the present without compromising the needs of the future. The Foundation’s primary goals are to improve Great Lakes water quality; promote environmental health, justice, and equitable development; and support the arts.WealsosupportAlzheimer’sResearch.Theseinter- connected goals work together to realize Fred and Barbara’s vision of a sustainable Metropolitan Detroit community and Great Lakes region. From July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017, we paid a total of $1 1,344,436 in grants, bringing total payments since the launch of the Foundation’s grants program in 2009 to $59 million. Please explore the short (2-3 minute) videos for fur- ther information about the issues and organizations we support. Total Grants: $11,344,436 Grants Paid By Issue Area July 1, 2016-June 30, 2017 Alzheimer’s Research $600,000 Special Opportunities $606,000 Environment $7,566,136 Arts $2,572,300 67% 23% 5% 5%