Celebrating Growth and Those Who Raised Us (and a Building)
SAY Detroit, joined by Kelly and Matthew Stafford, dedicates new facility to support Detroit youth at the SAY Detroit Play Center at Lipke Park
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Construction Update from SAY Play
Watch the special clip about progress being made on the new annex that will not only expand SAY Play’s physical size, but the services it can offer to a broader community.
SAY Detroit receives $1 Million commitment from Clarence & Jack Himmel Foundation
The grant will help propel the completion of the Kelly and Matthew Stafford & Friends Education Center at SAY Play.
April 2023
One great cause – Many great restaurants Do you like good food, good company, and the satisfaction of doing something good? Then join us on June 27 for EAT Detroit, a delicious fundraising event for SAY Detroit. EAT Detroit showcases our city’s diverse culinary scene by offering with a one-night only foodie experience featuring tasting dishes … Read more
April 2022
Matthew Stafford returns for groundbreaking at SAY Play On Friday, April 22, Kelly and Matthew Stafford flew to Detroit for the groundbreaking of The Kelly and Matthew Stafford & Friends Education Center, a 15,000-square-foot addition to SAY Play on Detroit’s northeast side. The annex will house additional classrooms, learning labs and an auditorium, to host a … Read more
SAY Play Annex Celebrates Groundbreaking
Matthew Stafford and his wife Kelly returned to Detroit to participate in a special groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, April 22.
December 2021
A.A. Van Elslander Foundation awards $1 million grant to SAY Detroit for Annex SAY Detroit received a $1 million grant from the A.A. Van Elslander Foundation to help fund the construction of “The Kelly and Matthew Stafford & Friends Education Center” on the grounds of the SAY Play Center at Lipke Park in northeast Detroit. … Read more
$10M Over a Decade, Radiothon is a 10-Year Tradition Worth Celebrating
Fifteen hours can seem like a long time when you start at 6:00 AM, but it’s not enough time to properly recount the true generosity on display.
A.A. Van Elslander Foundation awards $1 million grant to SAY Detroit for Annex
Dec. 9, 2021/Troy, MI. — SAY Detroit today announced the award of a $1 million grant from the A.A. Van Elslander Foundation. The grant enables the nonprofit to reach its fundraising goal to start construction of “The Kelly and Matthew Stafford & Friends Education Center’’ on the grounds of the SAY Play Center at Lipke … Read more
Kelly and Matthew Stafford Pledge $1M to Build New Edu Center at SAY Play
Turning a farewell into a “hello” for more Detroiters in need, the annex will help expand services.