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Adaptive re-use of LaunchCode’s facility opens doors for future technology development workforce
Impactful developments don’t always come from brand-new, ground-up builds. Sometimes significant renovations to an existing building can open the doors for expanded capacity, programming and a further revitalization of the surrounding community. With support from IFF, LaunchCode was able to complete an adaptive re-use of a former state unemployment office for their technology workforce development nonprofit.
CDFIs investments in childcare allows daycares like Detroit’s Lil Love Bugs to further invest in children’s futures
Childcare is not a family issue, but a workforce issue. Members of the MI CDFI Coalition showcase how investing in quality, affordable childcare and early childhood education positively impacts the entire community.
One Detroit Credit Union brings two new CDFI branches to serve the underserved, unbanked communities
In an effort to serve the underserved, One Detroit Credit Union is expanding its reach with two new branches, both in shuttered former financial institutions. In doubling-down on their commitment to provide more than banking to Metro Detroiters — these branches offer the community products, services and resources for financial health and wealth building.
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Retail incubators help small businesses test the leap into storefronts
The Farmington Downtown Development Authority has launched a retail incubator that gives emerging businesses access to a storefront through 90-day residencies.
A not-so-radical idea to build healthy communities: Talk to the neighbors
Social capital – those connections that create and empower communities – is on the decline. But neighborhoods can restore it.
How rethinking the rulebook on rezoning can encourage development
Proactive rezoning removes some of the burden previously placed on residents, while helping shape and preserve neighborhood development.
Modular building, 3D construction paves way for innovative solutions to the housing crisis
As Michigan's affordable housing shortage continues, developers are exploring modular construction and 3D printing as innovative ways to reduce building time and address labor shortages.
How public celebrations quietly remake what it means to be American
Public celebrations – such as parades, festivals and even road races – play a critical role in society, incorporating the newest Americans into the community and creating a greater sense of belonging for everyone.
Equine therapy and fly fishing find common ground to support children dealing with trauma
New Day Ranch in Verona, Kentucky, and the Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers partnered for the greater good.
Adaptive re-use of LaunchCode’s facility opens doors for future technology development workforce
Impactful developments don’t always come from brand-new, ground-up builds. Sometimes significant renovations to an existing building can open the doors for expanded capacity, programming and a further revitalization of the surrounding community. With support from IFF, LaunchCode was able to complete an adaptive re-use of a former state unemployment office for their technology workforce development nonprofit.
CDFIs investments in childcare allows daycares like Detroit’s Lil Love Bugs to further invest in children’s futures
Childcare is not a family issue, but a workforce issue. Members of the MI CDFI Coalition showcase how investing in quality, affordable childcare and early childhood education positively impacts the entire community.
One Detroit Credit Union brings two new CDFI branches to serve the underserved, unbanked communities
In an effort to serve the underserved, One Detroit Credit Union is expanding its reach with two new branches, both in shuttered former financial institutions. In doubling-down on their commitment to provide more than banking to Metro Detroiters — these branches offer the community products, services and resources for financial health and wealth building.
Partner Partner Content Retail incubators help small businesses test the leap into storefronts
The Farmington Downtown Development Authority has launched a retail incubator that gives emerging businesses access to a storefront through 90-day residencies.
A not-so-radical idea to build healthy communities: Talk to the neighbors
Social capital – those connections that create and empower communities – is on the decline. But neighborhoods can restore it.
How rethinking the rulebook on rezoning can encourage development
Proactive rezoning removes some of the burden previously placed on residents, while helping shape and preserve neighborhood development.
Modular building, 3D construction paves way for innovative solutions to the housing crisis
As Michigan's affordable housing shortage continues, developers are exploring modular construction and 3D printing as innovative ways to reduce building time and address labor shortages.
How public celebrations quietly remake what it means to be American
Public celebrations – such as parades, festivals and even road races – play a critical role in society, incorporating the newest Americans into the community and creating a greater sense of belonging for everyone.
Equine therapy and fly fishing find common ground to support children dealing with trauma
New Day Ranch in Verona, Kentucky, and the Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers partnered for the greater good.
