Josephine Clay Ford
1923–2005 (age 82)
philanthropist
Biography
Josephine Clay Ford devoted her life to philanthropy, sharing her family’s prosperity in ways that nurtured education, the arts, and the vitality of her Detroit community. She supported museums, schools, and cultural centers with the same grace and discernment that defined her personal life.
Her generosity helped to sustain institutions that celebrate creativity, foster learning, and inspire future generations to dream boldly and serve generously.