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On the Rise Academy Is Building Detroit’s Next Generation of Diverse Educators
Detroit is building its next generation of educators. On the Rise Academy is creating a more diverse teacher pipeline through hands-on training, certification and career opportunities rooted in the community.
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Partner Partner Content From Blueprint to Breakthrough: Tackling Affordable Housing in Detroit
Cass Corridor Neighborhood Development Corporation and Cove Investments and JPMorganChase help neighborhoods—and residents—thrive.
Small Business Social Hours foster success through face-to-face connection
Why face-to-face networking opportunities are even more important for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Rx Kids expansion to 60 Michigan communities is balancing family budgets and birthing healthier babies
The Michigan program is the largest unconditional cash transfer program for expectant parents in the country.
On the Rise Academy Is Building Detroit’s Next Generation of Diverse Educators
Detroit is building its next generation of educators. On the Rise Academy is creating a more diverse teacher pipeline through hands-on training, certification and career opportunities rooted in the community.
Summer Bliss Festival Combines Detroit Culture With Community Impact
Summer Bliss Music & Arts Festival celebrates the city’s creative energy through music, art, local businesses, interactive experiences and more, while creating opportunities for artists and giving back to the community.
Partner Partner Content Financial Wellness is a Practice: Community Manager Annette Washington in Detroit Shares How to Build a Routine that Lasts
Small, consistent money habits can lead to big changes. Detroit Chase Community Manager Annette Washington shares how to make financial wellness part of your everyday routine.
خرافة الاحتيال في رعاية الأطفال تُغفل القصة الأكبر
فبالنسبة للأغلبية الساحقة من مقدّمي الخدمة العاملين بصورة شرعية، لا يضيف التدقيق الإضافي سوى مزيد من الضغط على نظام مُجهَد أصلاً.
The School at Marygrove Increases Access and Engagement with Middle School Expansion
From kindergarten through college readiness, The School at Marygrove is helping Detroit students discover their voice, achieve academic success, and prepare for bright futures.
Returning citizens face extra hurdles in Detroit’s already challenging housing market
Formerly incarcerated people face numerous challenges in finding housing, often leading them to become homeless or recidivate.
Michigan Finance Coach Chris Sain Is Changing How People Think About Money
For Chris Sain, true wealth means giving back. Learn how the Michigan investor is helping others build financial freedom and stronger communities.
CDFIs investments in childcare allows daycares like Detroit’s Lil Love Bugs to further invest in children’s futures
Childcare is not a family issue, but a workforce issue. Members of the MI CDFI Coalition showcase how investing in quality, affordable childcare and early childhood education positively impacts the entire community.
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