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Philanthropy’s Role at an Inflection Point

As the nonprofit sector faced cataclysmic changes in 2025, Kresge and our partners held tight to our core commitments and moved forward to build new pathways toward stronger, more resilient cities.

Holding Firm

In a year of upheaval, we held steady to what works: trusted partnerships, deep community roots and an unwavering commitment to equity.

All Hold Stories

Building Forward

In partnership with grantees, we are laying the groundwork for what comes next: Communities leading the way to a more equitable future.

All Build Stories

From Kresge Leadership

Cecilia Muñoz

Letter from Cecilia Muñoz

Board Chair

Cecilia's Letter
Rip Rapson

Letter from Rip Rapson

President & CEO

Rip's Letter

2025 Financials

$177.8m

in New Grants

570

Grants Awarded

$40m

in Social Investments

*For the ten years ending Dec. 31, 2025, Kresge’s endowment had a 7.1% annualized return.

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