Detroit projects by developers of color find support, funding in innovative initiative
This initiative has awarded $546,500 in grants to developers of color in Detroit since 2021.
Block by Block is a solutions journalism series that is supported by IFF, CEDAM and Invest Detroit, and is focused on community development leaders and initiatives in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana.
This initiative has awarded $546,500 in grants to developers of color in Detroit since 2021.
Last year's Detroit FHLBank Indianapolis Affordable Housing Program grant winners are all working on projects connected to rich local histories.
To be effective, community development organizations must work together residents to revitalize neighborhoods. Here are two Detroit nonprofits who want residents to lead the way with their development projects.
A new fund is working with other organizations to help build more affordable housing in Detroit.
These projects show how the development tools and resources the City of Detroit offers can help new business thrive and bring new vitality to local neighborhoods.
While the "homeownership gap" remains a concern in Detroit, these area institutions are taking some out-of-the-box approaches to make buying a home more accessible.
"Building a strong network, it just can’t be overemphasized, but it also has to be done with intention," says Elizabeth Luther, Capital Impact's Detroit program director. Newer developers often face many obstacles as they step up to bigger projects. Here's a look at some local developers who have made the leap and the lessons they've learned.
It's not always easy to get a home repair or accessibility modification grant, but there are a variety of options in the Detroit area. Here's what you need to know about what's out there.
These Detroit groups are taking fields that were once crowded with weeds and reimagining them into special places for neighbors to gather. Here's how they're making it happen.
Black-owned businesses often face hurdles accessing capital. Here are some organizations and programs that may be able to help.
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