Here are some notable Detroit neighborhood initiatives:
Community Development Initiatives
- Urban Neighborhood Initiatives (UNI): A nonprofit organization working to build safe and thriving environments in Southwest Detroit through community-based projects, including youth development, education, and land use and economic development. UNI has redeveloped city parks, schools, and vacant lots, creating vibrant spaces for residents.
- Detroit Neighborhood Initiative: A mortgage program offering no down payment, no closing costs, and below-market fixed rates to prospective homebuyers who complete the NACA pre-purchase homebuyer program.
Neighborhood Revitalization Efforts
- Thriving Neighborhoods Fund: A three-year grant program empowering 18 nonprofit organizations to improve public space activation, beautification, arts, and culture in Detroit neighborhoods. Grantees receive $50,000 and technical assistance to strengthen their work.
- Community Action Tables (NATs): CDAD’s initiative to increase neighborhood influence and engagement by convening stakeholders, identifying local priorities, and fostering partnerships.
Youth and Education Initiatives
- Southwest Detroit College Access Network: A program providing college exposure and support to local youth.
- JPMorgan Chase Apprenticeship: A program offering on-the-job experience for youth with local businesses.
- Youth Employment Program: UNI’s program engaging high school students in art projects, including murals and apprenticeships with professional artists.
