March 2020
SEMCOG Regional Update
SEMCOG Regional Update
In case you are not aware, SEMCOG is gathering testimonials to help advocate for continuance of CDBG funding. Proposed federal budget eliminates Community Development Block Grants The president’s budget proposal was released last week and local governments were concerned to see the proposal did not include funding for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG). In SEMCOG’s discussions with the region’s Congressional delegation, many expressed concerns over the potential loss of this important support to local governments. In order to aid in…
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Announcing the Activate Fund!
Introducing Co.act Detroit’s inaugural Activate Fund! Applications are now open for two programs designed to support southeast Michigan nonprofit organizations’ capacity in two key ways: Nonprofit Fundamentals Grant Bolstering internal capacity to fulfill mission Up to 20 registered 501(c)(3)s serving Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Washtenaw counties will receive as much as $50,000 each to support: Funding and Resources Operations* Organizational Culture Program Development, Implementation and Evaluation *The AF does not invest in direct employee wages/salaries/benefits or any direct operating costs…
Find out moreApril 2020
Developers: How To Apply for the FHLBank Affordable Housing Program Grant Award
The Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHLBank Atlanta) has reopened its Affordable Housing Program (AHP) Competitive round through April 2. Through this program, FHLBank Atlanta offers member financial institutions and their community housing partners grant awards up to $500,000 for affordable housing developments in their communities. As a member of FHLBank Atlanta, Capital Impact Partners welcomes the opportunity to sponsor applications in the Great Lakes region for the 2020 AHP grant award. We are committed to expanding affordable rental…
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Apply for the Movement Politics Fellowship
If you are concerned with the state of our democracy, you are not alone. Despite being a nation of, for and by the people, everything we’ve been through has made many disillusioned or worse, apathetic. Michigan United is determined to bring hope and empower the people. We need your help. We’re hiring a team of dedicated and energetic people to hit the streets through Election Day to engage voters in everyway imaginable. Fellows will canvass door to door, register voters,…
Find out moreTHE 2020 WORKING WITH LOTS GRANT IS HERE!
THE 2020 WORKING WITH LOTS GRANT IS HERE!
THE 2020 WORKING WITH LOTS GRANT IS HERE! Detroit Future City is excited to announce that Round 5 of our Working with Lots Grant Program has arrived! We’re accepting proposals from February 17 to April 13, 2020. To view eligibility requirements and more information about this year’s grant, visit our 2020 Working with Lots Program page; and submit a Request for Proposals (RFP) to install a lot design on a vacant lot in your neighborhood. In 2020, we will help…
Find out moreJune 2020
Real Estate Development Bootcamp
Dear Maggie, Registration is open for CEDAM’s 2020 Real Estate Development Boot Camp training! About the training Real Estate Development Boot Camp is designed to help you learn the fundamentals of developing affordable housing in Michigan, equipping you with the tools you need to transform your community. Whether you are new to the industry or could use a refresher in current trends and standards, learning the fundamentals of this complex industry can play a major role in the success of…
Find out moreDecember 2020
Join the Network for Developing Conscious Communities
NDCC is a national network organization built on fostering conscious community development practices among Black led community development organizations and small businesses. Through implementing the principles of conscious community development, NDCC works to connect Black leaders with building equitable and cooperative communities through the use of mindful spiritual principles, cultural connectivity and inclusive community engagement practices.
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