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.
Eastside Community Network is working to center Detroiters' voices in the streetscape planning. Business owners on both sides of the avenue anticipate construction challenges leading to worthwhile results.
This northwest Detroit space provides small businesses, freelancers, and nonprofit operators a place to meet—and even the opportunity to temporarily set up shop.
This community development organization is helping to rebuild a historic East Side business corridor with food trucks, farmers markets, and an end-of-the-summer celebration.
This East Side nonprofit has been running an eclectic coffee shop for five years, and is now in the process of bringing two new community-oriented spaces to Detroit's 48214 zip code.
From fresh fruits to martial arts, this Detroit Park is helping local residents embrace healthy living.
This Southwest Detroit collective aims to foster and uplift local artists by providing the access and support they need to grow.
Park upgrades and a new senior living center are in the works for this northwest Detroit neighborhood.
Supported by Eastern Market, this pop-up farm stand is makes getting fresh produce as easy as a quick walk or bike ride around the neighborhood.
A Detroit nonprofit is taking an innovative and interactive approach to sharing the history of the neighborhood it serves.
This Northwest Detroit community has a lot to be excited about when it comes to parks. Here's why.
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