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A deeper commitment to Detroit Arts and community development comes from Hudson-Webber Foundation
A multi-million dollar Investment provides critical funding and bolsters one of Southeast Michigan’s largest arts and cultural initiatives while supporting nonprofit collaboration throughout metro Detroit.
The Power of Us: National Black Men in Leadership Conference centers unity and collective impact
iHeart Media’s Tony Coles and CEO of the Unity Collaborative Darlene King-Turner discuss the upcoming conference and what leadership looks like for Black men today.
Community Leaders Transforming Rural Development: An Insider Look at CEDAM’s Rural Boot Camp
CEDAM's second Rural Real Estate Boot Camp highlights the importance of collaboration among developers, municipal leaders, and state agencies for successful housing development.
When the Elevator Doesn’t Work: Detroit teens talk disability and access in schools
Detroit teens at Teen HYPE talk about what it means to make classrooms more inclusive for students with disabilities.
Curfew and Closed Doors: Detroit teens speak on the lack of youth spaces
Detroit teens share how curfews, safety fears, and limited hangouts are reshaping what it means to grow up — and have fun — in the city.
Introducing Teen HYPE: Voices of Detroit’s Youth series
The 'Teen HYPE: Voices of Detroit’s Youth' series gives local teens space to speak on what matters most — and why adults should care.
SASHA Center’s Cultural Training explores how to care for Black women experiencers of sexual assault and domestic abuse
The SASHA Center will host a Cultural Training on Oct. 25 to teach advocates and community members how to better support Black women experiencers of abuse.
Metro Detroit parks’ economic benefits boost businesses, tourism, property values, and more
Parks have demonstrable positive impacts on local businesses, property values, tourism, environmental management costs, and even medical bills.
Shade Salons grow Detroit’s tree canopy with community connections
Shade Salons is a collaboration between the City of Detroit and the Greening of Detroit that blends tree planting with community celebration.
A deeper commitment to Detroit Arts and community development comes from Hudson-Webber Foundation
A multi-million dollar Investment provides critical funding and bolsters one of Southeast Michigan’s largest arts and cultural initiatives while supporting nonprofit collaboration throughout metro Detroit.
The Power of Us: National Black Men in Leadership Conference centers unity and collective impact
iHeart Media’s Tony Coles and CEO of the Unity Collaborative Darlene King-Turner discuss the upcoming conference and what leadership looks like for Black men today.
Community Leaders Transforming Rural Development: An Insider Look at CEDAM’s Rural Boot Camp
CEDAM's second Rural Real Estate Boot Camp highlights the importance of collaboration among developers, municipal leaders, and state agencies for successful housing development.
When the Elevator Doesn’t Work: Detroit teens talk disability and access in schools
Detroit teens at Teen HYPE talk about what it means to make classrooms more inclusive for students with disabilities.
Curfew and Closed Doors: Detroit teens speak on the lack of youth spaces
Detroit teens share how curfews, safety fears, and limited hangouts are reshaping what it means to grow up — and have fun — in the city.
Introducing Teen HYPE: Voices of Detroit’s Youth series
The 'Teen HYPE: Voices of Detroit’s Youth' series gives local teens space to speak on what matters most — and why adults should care.
SASHA Center’s Cultural Training explores how to care for Black women experiencers of sexual assault and domestic abuse
The SASHA Center will host a Cultural Training on Oct. 25 to teach advocates and community members how to better support Black women experiencers of abuse.
Metro Detroit parks’ economic benefits boost businesses, tourism, property values, and more
Parks have demonstrable positive impacts on local businesses, property values, tourism, environmental management costs, and even medical bills.
Shade Salons grow Detroit’s tree canopy with community connections
Shade Salons is a collaboration between the City of Detroit and the Greening of Detroit that blends tree planting with community celebration.
