Resilient Neighborhoods

Model D has teamed up with The Kresge Foundation for a reporting and engagement series looking at community-building in Detroit neighborhoods. The series seeks to raise awareness about the work of 21 Community Development Organizations (CDOs), known as Detroit 21, currently receiving support from Kresge, while also amplifying the voices of residents in their respective neighborhoods.

Phyllis Edwards and Dan Commer at the new pocket park.

Resilient Neighborhoods: This SW Detroit neighborhood will soon have a new pocket park and greenway

These once-neglected Detroit parks are getting a new lease on life — and some neighboring amenities — through a collaboration between local nonprofits and community members.

Brightmoor residents look over cartons of locally grown flowers.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Rev. Larry Simmons talks gardening and community-building in Brightmoor

The director of the Brightmoor Alliance talks about how youthful enthusiasm created a valuable source of fresh fruits and vegetables for local residents.

A young camper blows bubbles at LifeBUILDERS summer camp.
Resilient Neighborhoods: These 3 Detroit nonprofits are offering fun summer activities for kids

Arts and crafts, sports, science, literacy, games, and other activities are just waiting to be experienced at these Detroit summer youth programs.

Angie Gaabo
Resilient Neighborhoods: Angie Gaabo speaks on efforts to preserve diverse housing in Woodbridge

Woodbridge Neighborhood Development has made preserving and promoting diverse housing a priority. Here's why.

Bishop Daryl Harris walks through Osborn.
Resilient Neighborhoods: East Side nonprofit’s big plans include community hub and housing project

This East Side neighborhood could soon be home to a new facility that combines elements of a community center and business tech hub.

Maria Salinas with CoC staff.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Maria Salinas shares her perspectives on community organizing in SW Detroit

Maria Salinas of Congress of Communities offers insights on mentoring future leaders and serving residents through neighborhood organizing.

Teleah Mitchum stands by a mural at the E. Warren Farmers Market.
Resilient Neighborhoods: East Detroit nonprofit gets creative to help local businesses grow

From screwdrivers to digital expertise, this East Side Community Development Organization has embraced some unique approaches to helping local businesses expand and thrive.

City Kids Soup is a local business launched by the nonprofit Central Detroit Christian.
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.

Islandview resident Daisy Jackson stands in front of her home.
Resilient Neighborhoods: How 3 nonprofits are working to keep East Side Detroiters in their homes

An innovative home stabilization program is dedicated to helping long-time Detroiters stay in their neighborhoods.

This home, the La Salle demonstration house, was rehabbed and made energy efficient by HOPE Village Revitalization.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Debbie Fisher of HVR talks sustainability, innovation in NW Detroit

The director of a northwest Detroit community development nonprofit talks about integrating cutting-edge green and sustainable technology into its development work.

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