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.

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

Resilient Neighborhoods: These Detroit businesses are getting a helping hand during the pandemic

During these trying times, many Detroit businesses have been hit hard by issues related to COVID-19. Thankfully, some are finding support from local community development organizations.

Rick Sailes, Construction Manager, working on the bathroom in the W. Philadelphia house.
Resilient Neighborhoods: These Detroit CDOs are remaking vacant properties into affordable homes

In endeavoring to make derelict houses livable again, community development organizations are taking on an issue that's been a thorn in the city's side for decades.

The Detroit 21 is a coalition made up of the leaders of 21 Detroit Community Development Organizations.
Resilient Neighborhoods: Why these 21 Detroit CDOs are taking a stand on police brutality

A coalition of Detroit community development organizations is calling for dramatic changes in how neighborhood residents interact with law enforcement. And in doing so, they're rethinking what it means to be a CDO in Detroit.

Jefferson Chalmers was one of the neighborhoods featured in previous On the Ground coverage.
Model D to launch new community building reporting and engagement series

Model D will be embarking on a year of regular reporting that will explore the efforts of neighborhood-based organizations, leaders, and residents who are focused on moving their communities forward during a time of unprecedented challenge. The coverage will be similar in spirit to Model D’s On The Ground projects in Live 6, North End, and Jefferson Chalmers — but broadened to incorporate more neighborhoods and perspectives.

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