MISSION STATEMENT
We are humanists committed to supporting visionary organizations and individuals who are driving meaningful change in communities around the world. Each year, through our grants and partnerships, we empower leaders, innovators, advocates, and students across various sectors—from education and health care to social justice and civic engagement.
Education
The Ehrenberg Family Charitable Fund believes that education is the foundation of a thriving society. We support innovative programs, institutions, and initiatives that aim to expand access to quality education, foster creativity, and cultivate critical thinking. By investing in education, we seek to equip individuals with the tools and opportunities to unlock their potential & build brighter futures.
November 16, 2016
Donors’ gift champions diversity at UMSI: Scholarship will provide need-based support to students
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September 27, 2022
First graduate recipients of the Ehrenberg Fellowship allowing recipients to pursue robotics degrees with greater financial stability
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September 13, 2022
Schools of the Future: How U‑M is disrupting—and transforming—the educational landscape
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Health Care
Access to healthcare is a fundamental right. Through our partnerships, we support transformative initiatives that drive innovation, improve care delivery, & make health care accessible to those who need it most, ensuring equitable health outcomes for all.
November 20, 2024
Empowering Future Physicians Through the Human Dimension Program
Roger and Carin’s Interview with Hackensack Meridian Health.
Equity and
Opportunity
The Ehrenberg Family Charitable Fund is deeply committed to the pursuit of equity and opportunity. We support organizations and initiatives that work to dismantle barriers and create opportunities for historically marginalized communities. Our mission is to foster inclusive environments where everyone has the chance to succeed, regardless of race, gender, socioeconomic background, or identity.
Athlete Ally
Ending homophobia and transphobia in sports and to activate the athletic community to exercise their leadership to champion LGBTQI+ equality
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Civic Engagement
We believe that a strong democracy depends on active participation of its citizens. We support programs that encourage civic engagement, strengthen democratic processes, and empower individuals to use their voices. Through these efforts, we aim to build a more informed, engaged, and vibrant society.
Tech for Campaigns
Leveraging technology to build electoral power for progressives and moderates throughout the United States
Our work impacts real people everyday
“Thank you for your commitment to Michigan Athletics! Your loyal support has served our student-athletes well by enhancing mental health awareness, services, and treatment available alongside their academic experience. Your contributions through both the Ehrenberg Family
Athletic Counseling Fellowship Fund and the Ehrenberg Family Athletic Counseling Fund help provide a direct pathway to clinical services with licensed mental health counselors who are dedicated and trained to work with our unique population of student-athletes.”
Warde J. Manuel, University of Michigan, Donald R. Shepherd Director of Athletics
“The influence of your generosity is vast, and your philanthropy makes an important difference
each day. With your gift, we are building a world-class facility with the Leinweber Computer Science and Information Building that will enable our students and faculty to collaborate and
advance technologies in areas ranging from modern medicine to smart infrastructure.
Your support of education benefits those beyond the confines of our campus. Susan Zhao, a graduate student in the Ehrenberg Masters Fellowship Program in Robotics, is exploring the field of exoskeletons.
Thank you for your extraordinary commitment to Michigan. I am deeply grateful for your partnership.”
Alec D. Gallimore, Ph.D., University of Michigan, Former Robert J. Vlasic Dean of The College of Engineering