Detroit Veteran Returns Home to Build a Future for Youth Through Outside the Box
Through basketball, community partnerships and a shared commitment to Detroit’s future, Outside the Box is creating new opportunities for the city’s next generation.
M. Lapham's Latest Articles
Weekend of Inclusivity Aims to Bring Autism-Friendly Resources to Detroit Families
This weekend, Autism in the D will host its annual Weekend of Inclusivity. Funds will go toward opening Detroit's first autism-inclusive play gym.
Where is She: Teen HYPE Creates Play to Raise Awareness on Missing Black Girls and Women
The play “Unseen” focuses on the realities of trafficking, the importance of child safety, the power of collective action and systemic accountability. The two-part play focuses on the societal symptoms that cause teenage girls to go missing.
Concerts for Caring: Musical series raises funds to help Detroit’s homeless
Around 8,500 Detroiters are going through a stage of homelessness each year. A concert series from the Detroit's Composer Laureate is offering help and hope.
Southwestern Detroit says goodbye to champion for people in need
Jim Tuman recently passed away, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, philanthropy, and outreach.
Samaritas opens House of Innovation to reimagine social work through tech and collaboration
The new Detroit-based House of Innovation brings tech startups and social service leaders together to reshape how care is delivered.
Detroit teens take charge: Youth lead conversations with mayoral candidates
Detroit teens challenge mayoral candidates on safety, jobs, and equality, showing they’re ready to shape the city’s future.
Detroit author turns son’s reading challenges into hope for kids across Michigan
Leslie Vaughn’s 'Bus Stop Blues' gives struggling Detroit readers a story that reflects their challenges and offers a way forward.
Book club passes on love of literature to Detroit youth
The Progressionista Reading Group has been running for nearly a decade, and its alumni often return as guest speakers and mentors for the young girls who participate. We catch up with founder Shanel Adams to learn about the successful initiative.
