Economic Development

Coverage of projects, big and small, and the people who create them, which promote the economic health of a community, including manufacturing, retail, office, and hospitality developments.

How are Michigan’s families doing?

Rising costs, child care shortages and barriers to health care are straining Michigan families. What could help?

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From Blueprint to Breakthrough: Tackling Affordable Housing in Detroit

Cass Corridor Neighborhood Development Corporation and Cove Investments and JPMorganChase help neighborhoods—and residents—thrive.

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. 

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.

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.

One Detroit Credit Union brings two new CDFI branches to serve the underserved, unbanked communities

In an effort to serve the underserved, One Detroit Credit Union is expanding its reach with two new branches, both in shuttered former financial institutions. In doubling-down on their commitment to provide more than banking to Metro Detroiters — these branches offer the community products, services and resources for financial health and wealth building.

Don’t Let Fraud and Scams Ground Your Summer Vacation

Planning a summer getaway? Before you book, learn how to spot common travel scams and protect your money so your vacation stays stress-free.

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