Street View: Detroit Corridors

This Street View series on Detroit's corridors is made possible with support from the Ford Foundation. Model D highlights equitable development work and economic growth led by Detroit-based residents, grassroots organizations, and community development groups.

University of Detroit Mercy campus in 2016.

University of Detroit Mercy wins $3.79M grant to make energy efficiency upgrades for area nonprofits

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December 19, 2023

“UDM has a unique opportunity to work with project partners and nonprofits through collaborative work that connects to our vision and mission as one of the best Jesuit and Mercy Catholic Universities in Michigan and our region,” says UDM President Donald B. Taylor. “We are beyond excited to partner with such incredible organizations as the DOE, Focus: HOPE, the nonprofit agencies in our community and the people they serve who will directly benefit from this grant.” 

Detroit's Crawford family celebrates the grand opening of Cred Cafè in the Rivertown district.
Coffee shop by day, speakeasy by night: Cred Cafè celebrates opening in Rivertown district
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December 12, 2023

“Our story is one of passion, commitment and a genuine desire to contribute to Detroit's growth,” says Cred Cafè president and CEO Sylvia Crawford. “We started with a dream and transformed a vacant, blighted building into a multifaceted space that reflects the spirit of our community.”

Owners of Michigan & Trumbull Pizza, Nate Peck and Kristen Calverley.
Michigan & Trumbull Pizza finds new home at Dreamtroit
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December 5, 2023

"Our success is a testament to the community's support, and we're excited to continue serving our unique Detroit-style pizza to the neighborhood," said co-owner Kristen Calverley.

Mapping Detroit: Coffee Shops and Community Building
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November 21, 2023

Gathering spaces in Detroit are a hot commodity and not easy to come by, so the loss of just one is usually a substantial hit to the community. A handful of new baristas are trying their hand at pop-up coffee offerings and we can’t wait until they have some physical space to add to the growing demand.

The Helen L. DeRoy Auditorium on the campus of Wayne State University and its surrounding reflection pool, seen here empty to the right of the building's foundation.
Wayne State hopes for Spring ’24 completion for restoration of Yamasaki-designed reflection pool
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November 21, 2023

“The renovations of the DeRoy Auditorium reflection pool and lecture halls are part of Wayne State's commitment to align facilities with the evolving needs of students,” says Laurie Lauzon Clabo, acting provost and senior vice president for academic affairs.

Michigan Avenue in Corktown in 2017.
A new way to collect and analyze street usage data to be deployed in Corktown
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November 21, 2023

“In Michigan, our vision for mobility extends beyond the traditional automobile. By innovating our mobility ecosystems, we're not only enhancing the quality of life for our residents but also providing robust support to diverse industries,” says Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist.

The Matrix Theatre in 2016.
Community development projects receive funding in Corktown, North Corktown, and Hubbard Richard
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November 14, 2023

“It’s critical that residents in Corktown, North Corktown and Hubbard Richard have a voice in how their neighborhoods develop," Community Foundation president and CEO Richard (Ric) DeVore says. “That’s why this year's grantmaking from the Michigan Central/Church Street Fund is designed to ensure local nonprofits have the support they need to shape the future of their communities as they see fit.”

"We know the startup journey is challenging and that there are distinct hurdles along the way, especially for founders from underrepresented communities," says Joshua Sirefman, CEO of Michigan Central.
Michigan Central, Newlab launch new fellowship for women and minorities in tech
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October 17, 2023

"We know the startup journey is challenging and that there are distinct hurdles along the way, especially for founders from underrepresented communities," says Joshua Sirefman, CEO of Michigan Central. "This program is a key step in removing some of those barriers to help innovation thrive."

The Preserve on Ash in North Corktown.
Planned mixed-use development in North Corktown receives $750K grant to clean up contaminated soil
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October 10, 2023

“This funding will be used to prevent exposure to hazardous substances and address environmental conditions for a much-needed affordable housing and commercial space,” says David Bell, director of Detroit’s Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department.

Mapping Detroit: Where the rest of the budget grants are going
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October 10, 2023

Some projects that went underreported in the latest budget include grants to Motor City Blight Busters, Grandmont Rosedale Mixed Use Development, and support for the North Rosedale Community House. All of them have a high likelihood of neighborhood-level impact. 

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