Pasteur Elementary has reached a meaningful milestone: both Friends of Pasteur School Detroit and Marcy Feldman, the organization’s co-founder, were each recognized with a Spirit of Detroit Award by the Detroit City Council. This rare double honor celebrates nearly three decades of unwavering commitment to Detroit students, families, and educators.
Founded almost 30 years ago, Friends of Pasteur grew from a simple mission of providing scholarships to alumni. Over the years, the organization has evolved with a deeply engaged board that continues to be the backbone of its work.
What started with small acts of service has grown into an expansive network of programs that strengthen both the academic and personal lives of students.
Friends of Pasteur has:
These contributions have always been a collective effort—driven by board members, volunteers, alumni, and community partners who share a belief that when a school thrives, the neighborhood around it thrives too.
The Spirit of Detroit Award honors individuals and organizations making a profound difference in the city, and Friends of Pasteur embodies that spirit through consistency, compassion, and creativity. While Marcy Feldman helped establish the foundation nearly three decades ago, the work today continues because of the many hands and hearts committed to the mission.
As the organization steps into a new chapter of leadership, the call to the community remains strong: alumni, neighbors, and supporters—your involvement helps keep our schools shining.
Congratulations to Friends of Pasteur School Detroit and to Marcy Feldman for this well-deserved recognition. Your impact has touched generations, and your legacy continues to grow.
