Enjoy drone art and classical music by candlelight this weekend at Wayne State
Summer’s not over yet. There’s still time to enjoy an open-air, candlelight classical music concert at Wayne State University’s soccer field on Sept. 12-13.
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OppFund looks back on impact with 40th anniversary; new leadership looks to continue legacy
For more than 35 years, Christi Coady Narayanan led the transformative work of the Opportunity Resource Fund (OppFund), as the President and CEO of the nonprofit community development financial institution. She retired last month, passing the torch to the new President and CEO Byna Elliott, to continue the organization’s unwavering commitment and innovation in empowering individuals, businesses, and communities all over the state.
Regional Housing Partnerships do the critical work locally to move needle on Statewide Housing Plan
Michigan’s first-ever Statewide Housing Plan was released in June 2022, almost three years ago. A little over the halfway point of the comprehensive five-year plan, stakeholders and collaborative partners look at just how critical regional housing partnerships are in their own communities — moving the needle forward across the entire state.
Detroit CDFI coalition amplifies positive outcomes in communities across the city
CDFIs or community development financial institutions care deeply about the neighborhoods in which they live, work, and serve. Within the Detroit CDFI Coalition, these nonprofit financial institutions often collaborate together to provide an even more amplified catalyst of growth, prosperity and revitalization throughout unique communities across Detroit.
LittleGuide Detroit proves to be a huge resource for families with little ones
Life with kids can feel overwhelming and costly. LittleGuide Detroit provides event guides, lists with free activities, birthday party ideas, local parks, recreation, and more for families. We spoke with founder Kerry Doman on how this newsletter, website and social media presence provides to families seeking out fun in the area.
Springfield Twp. Parks and Recreation collaborates with Oakland County to preserve natural assets
“Once those ecosystems are lost, they can’t be recreated,” says Sarah Richmond of Springfield Township Parks and Recreation. The township collaborates with Oakland County Parks on projects to steward land in northern Oakland County.
Detroit Future City’s report highlights how to build a thriving, sustainable middle-class city
Detroit is trending. It’s growing. But can it sustain? The latest report from Detroit Future City provides a roadmap on how to build a sustainable future, looking to build its middle-class population up.
Partner Partner Content Growing fruitful neighborhoods: IFF’s commitment to Eastside Detroit
For the past 10 years, IFF has been investing and committed to providing community financial support across Michigan, including Eastside Detroit neighborhoods. Some of their latest projects fill the gap by providing high-quality accessible, affordable childcare at Detroit Prep, and McClellan Early Childhood Center.
Blue Meets Green collaborative feeds economic prosperity
The Blue Meets Green collaborative considers all sectors while cultivating a prosperous St. Clair County.
MiLEAP fund provides essential equipment, upgrades for child care facilities
Quality child care is necessary, but not always available or affordable. The MiLEAP Caring for MI Future: Facilities Improvement Fund has launched a $59 million fund to provide new and expanding home-based and center-based facilities across the state.
