Grants to improve vacant lots through sustainability and beautification efforts now open to public
Grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 are available to organizations looking to implement one of DFC's lot designs from their Field Guide.
Blue/Green Infrastructure
An inside look at the transformation of the Detroit riverfront
In the past decade, so much has changed along the riverfront. But even more has been announced for the future. MJ Galbraith spoke with planners and developers to present a full picture of all the developments taking place.
How the efforts of a single resident (and a few friends) beautified Yorkshire Woods
Mose Primus, president of the Yorkshire Woods Community Organization, is evidence that dogged efforts at a grassroots level can work little wonders of revitalization.
EcoWorks sustainable neighborhood initiative now accepting applications
An initiative run through EcoWorks, a Detroit-based sustainable development nonprofit, Eco-D provides neighborhood groups with technical assistance to carry out local sustainability projects.
Partner Partner Content SPECIAL REPORT: Taking the ‘high road’
Green stormwater infrastructure is one of the most important tools we have for cleaning the Great Lakes. But paying for and managing it with public assets alone is daunting. Here's how leveraging private sector resources for green infrastructure can achieve multiple public goals.
Following arson, Motown Movement hopes to raise funds necessary to complete green housing project
Undeterred, the group has once again turned to crowdfunding to bring the project back on track.
New parks in downtown and Morningside among city’s latest outdoor developments
It's summertime in the city. Let's take a look at some of Detroit's latest developments in outdoor recreation.
Local nonprofit wins grants to improve Highland Park’s biking and pedestrian infrastructure
Detroit Greenways Coalition received a $5,000 grant to support the development of the Inner Circle Greenway throughout the city of Highland Park.
Mini-grants awarded to community groups seeking to transform vacant lots throughout city
Ten community-led projects have been selected by the Detroit Future City Implementation Office as mini-grant recipients. Each group received a $6,500 grant to jump-start their plans for vacant land revitalization projects.
Places to check out green infrastructure in Detroit
Take a walk in Detroit's great outdoors to view some stellar examples of green infrastructure.
