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Longform Left to Right: Paul Jones, Jennifer Hayes, and Lucius Vassar inside La Joya Gardens Community Development

Detroit CDFI coalition amplifies positive outcomes in communities across the city

Sarah SpohnMonday, June 2, 2025
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.
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HISTORY LESSON: How Trump's influence is keeping Canadians' tourism dollars out of Detroit

Jacob JonesSaturday, May 31, 2025
Cultural tourists are hardly the only Canadians staying on their side of the Detroit River. In recent months, fears over tariffs, border confrontations, and political disagreements have engendered a decrease in border crossings not seen since the pandemic.
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Sister Pie announces temporary closure for 'reconfiguration,' citing economic challenges

Aaron FoleyWednesday, May 28, 2025
"The business will enter a period of rest and radical reconfiguration, of exploration and experimentation, and of occasional pop-ups and events to keep the roof over our heads," Ludwinski, a James Beard Award winner, writes.
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Dental aid helps cancer patients regain health and dignity

Shandra MartinezWednesday, May 21, 2025
HNC Living Foundation provides dental care, nutrition, and support to head and neck cancer patients facing financial and treatment challenges.
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Blueprint for school funding would ensure equitable resources in special education

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, May 20, 2025
The MI Special Education Finance Reform Blueprint would ensure that Michigan adequately and equitably funds public special education in Michigan. 
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No-cost pre-K for all Michigan 4-year-olds enrolling for 2025-26 school year

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, May 20, 2025
QA with Jeffrey Capizzano, Policy Equity Group, on the implementation of Pre-K for All no-cost preschool for Michigan 4-year-olds.
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How Michigan nonprofits are navigating federal uncertaintyNonprofit Journal Project

Layla McMurtrie Monday, May 19, 2025
Michigan nonprofits are facing uncertainty as federal funding streams fluctuate and administrative support wanes. The Michigan Nonprofit Association is helping organizations navigate this instability through advocacy, collaboration, and strategic planning.
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Oakland County residents give back to family, community, and more after experiencing homelessness

Patrick DunnWednesday, May 14, 2025
After finding housing, people who've experienced homelessness frequently seek to further stabilize their lives, better support their families, and give back to their communities. Here are a few of their stories.
Longform Kids participate in a water safety class at Adams Butzel Complex in Detroit.

Free swimming classes and equipment help improve water safety across Metro Detroit

Patrick DunnThursday, May 8, 2025
A network of programs across Metro Detroit seeks to address high drowning rates and low swimming skills with free water safety education.
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