Bold revitalization plan for Benton Harbor’s Empire Corridor
Community-driven revitalization plan for Benton Harbor Empire Corridor envisions a neighborhood transformed into a vibrant haven for all.
Block by Block
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.
Statewide housing plan works with stakeholders across region to address housing needs
Block by Block spoke with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority, Housing North, and Communities First about how individual communities are working together to tackle the specific housing needs of their residents. For the first time ever, the state of Michigan released a statewide coordinated, comprehensive housing plan, working with stakeholders across the housing sector
CEDAM Real Estate Boot Camp readies Michigan’s emerging developers
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.
Dismantling racism means removing barriers to home ownership
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.
Partner Partner Content A bank few likely ever heard of helps Michigan communities thrive
An Affordable Housing Program grant from Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis allowed Dogwood Community Development to complete Shelby Trails apartments.
Affordable housing: What is it, where to find it, and why it’s Detroit’s next best bet
As more cities find innovative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis, is there a focus on affordable housing in Detroit?
Affordable housing: What is it, where to find it, and why it’s Detroit’s next best bet
As more cities find innovative solutions to address the affordable housing crisis, is there a focus on affordable housing in Detroit?
For this Detroit developer, building generational wealth fuels her dreams
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.
