Stabilizing Detroit’s neighborhoods, one house, one family at a time
For Detroiters who cannot qualify for a traditional mortgage, community development organizations use creative means to help individuals and families finance their first home.
North End
The North End is a neighborhood that's generally defined as east of Woodward Ave., west of I-75, south of Webb and north of E. Grand Blvd. It's main commercial corridor, Oakland Ave., has been economically depressed for many years and the residential streets have varying levels of densities. Despite these difficulties, the neighborhood is home to some incredibly innovative and resilient farmers, artists, activists, and developers.
Main Street grants support new marketing campaign in Mexicantown; winter festival in North End
“Through targeted branding efforts, we will be able to elevate awareness of the Mexicantown Main Street district, showcasing its unique offerings, local businesses, and cultural assets,” says Mexicantown-Hubbard Communities Main Street Director, Southwest Detroit Business Association Vice President of Programs and Compliance Brandi Watts.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Ground Zero invites youth to collide with Jesus, community, and opportunity
“I have to tell everyone I know about this good news that has given me life and joy, peace, and true fulfillment that I couldn’t find in relationships, sports, awards, or anything else,” says Micah Williams, youth director at Central Detroit Christian. He and his wife Megan, two recent Wayne State grads, are working to share hope and friendship with teens in the community.
Construction begins on 29-unit mixed-use development in the North End; guarantees affordable rates
“The Beauton Development not only creates new affordable housing units for residents and families, but it also showcases what is possible when developers of color are engaged and given an opportunity to participate in the revitalization of our neighborhoods,” says Council President Mary Sheffield.
Detroit’s hottest residential neighborhoods in 2023, according to realtors
Despite a cooling housing market, real estate agents in Detroit say due to low inventory, move-in ready houses near the city’s historic neighborhoods and thriving commercial corridors are still a hot buy.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Central Detroit arts studio complex broadens horizons following COVID
The early pandemic wasn't an easy time for artists. But creatives associated with a central Detroit arts complex used the downtime to reimagine their work.
Sofar Sounds brings intimate musical performances to Detroit this summer in ‘secret’ concert series
A UK-based international music events group is hosting three small, private concerts this summer in unique spaces in the North End, North Rosedale Park, and Corktown neighborhoods.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Lisa Johanon on finding success in business development
Lisa Johanon opens up about the Central Detroit Christian nonprofit's business efforts, which include City Soup and the Peaches & Greens market.
Mobile museum sees Black history on the move in Michigan
Detroit-born Khalid el-Hakim’s mobile museum has evolved into one of the biggest collections of African American history and artifacts in the country. Now the pioneer in Black Museum Studies is touring Michigan, from Bloomfield Hills to Beaver Island.
Partner Partner Content Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis is helping Detroiters tackle much-needed home repairs
This sought-after program is helping Detroiters get the funds they need to make pressing repairs to their homes.
