Block by Block, supported by Invest Detroit, Michigan CDFI, and CEDAM, explores the people, projects, and partnerships expanding affordable housing across Michigan. The series highlights emerging and diverse developers, innovative housing models, and the community leaders working to create more attainable housing and stronger neighborhoods.
The Community Economic Development Association of Michigan is addressing the demand for affordable housing across the state. It’s real estate development boot camp provides tools and training for developers and community members within their neighborhoods.
Owning a home is a huge part of the American Dream for those that call Michigan home. It is also one of the keys to building wealth, which many Black families have learned and now strive for.
An Affordable Housing Program grant from Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis allowed Dogwood Community Development to complete Shelby Trails apartments.
As more cities find innovative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis, is there a focus on affordable housing in Detroit?
As more cities find innovative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis, is there a focus on affordable housing in Detroit?
For Sharnita Johnson and her brother Stephen Merriweather, renovating the property their father purchased in Detroit's Hope Village neighborhood is a mission that honors not only his legacy but provides a future for their family’s next generation.
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