Resilient Neighborhoods: How a Cody Rouge nonprofit is moving forward with the power of block clubs
Interdependence is key to understanding this Cody Rouge development organization's relationship to its community.
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Resilient Neighborhoods: Two nonprofits are forging a bold vision for health on Detroit’s west side
A partnership between Covenant Community Care and Joy Southfield CDC has brought more stability to a former free medical clinic and enabled them to better address community health issues.
Connecting the dots: Detroit firefighter sees a bigger picture around health equity
Detroit firefighter Gary Ringer is connecting with national health experts to promote a better culture of health in his community, and wants local stations to be a part of that change: "As firefighters, we can do more than just putting the ‘wet stuff on the red stuff,’ we can play a more intricate role in the community we serve."
Warrendale community garden offers a connecting space in a year of social distancing
The importance of a resilient community garden space in Warrendale — and the connection it brings for residents — was thrown into sharp relief against the backdrop of a global pandemic this year.
Partner Partner Content Detroit nonprofits take a ‘family’ approach to help entrepreneurs get financially savvy
With a focus on the city’s often-overlooked neighborhoods, a nonprofit collaboration is taking a personal approach to providing training, resources, and support for Detroit’s entrepreneurs, witnessing the ripple effect that investment creates.
Youths play key role in Warrendale Cody Rouge revitalization plan
Nine local teens, many who have participated in the Cody Rouge Action Alliance Youth Council, and who live, work, worship, or attend school in the neighborhood, are making these development plans for their community alongside the city and adult residents.
How Buffalo Soldiers are making a difference at Detroit’s Rouge Park
Once a stable for Detroit police horses, this Rouge Park center now educates the public about the legacy of African-American servicemen known as the Buffalo Soldiers.
Voices of Cody Rouge: three lessons from our time in the neighborhood
Cody Rouge taught us a lot over these last few months. Here are three lessons the rest of Detroit could learn from this resilient neighborhood.
Voices of Cody Rouge: Warrendale’s volunteer radio patrol helps keep the area clean and safe
When lifelong Warrendale residents Joe and Barb Matney noticed an uptick in crime in their neighborhood, they didn't leave the city or ignore the problem. Instead, they started a radio patrol.
Voices of Cody Rouge: One former foster child’s mission to reunite families in her neighborhood
As of last year, families separated by the foster system have a new option for spending time together thanks to the Neighborhoods of Hope initiative. And it's being spearheaded in Cody Rouge by a former foster child.
