OK Detroiters. You knew it was coming. While we’ve had mild winters the last couple of years, Michigan is expected to have cold, snowy weather in the winter of 2017-2018. Let’s remember, though, it’s Michigan, so anything can happen with the weather and it’s a good idea to be prepared. Here are the snow removal […]
Now’s the time to get one of the first Maxwell Coats brought to you by The Empowerment Plan. Maxwell Detroit was launched within Empowerment Plan and is introducing its coats to the public for the first time. Started by Veronika Scott in 2012, The Empowerment Plan manufactures a coat for the homeless community that can transform into […]
As the holiday approaches it’s a good time for families to talk about aging parents, finances and what happens if one parent falls ill. Who will care for them? What resources are available? What living arrangements would work best? “We never had that ‘what if’ conversation, so it was very difficult to care for my […]
You may know an older African American suffering from unintentional weight loss, weakness, exhaustion, and low physical activity. It may be your mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, aunt, uncle or friend. No matter. It’s scary. Having two or more of these indicators increases their risk of early death or disability. The question is – how do […]
Families in need across Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties will have terrific holiday meals thanks to Bank of America and the Salvation Army. For the fifth consecutive year, Bank of America volunteers are packing Bountiful Boxes at the Salvation Army’s Detroit Harbor Light for its holiday distribution to families across those counties. The 10,000 holiday […]
Just a short time ago Motor City Re-Store gave grants to help 44 businesses in 30 neighborhoods spruce up their facades. It was the first time the grants were awarded, now it’s time to look at the next round. Motor City Re-Store will host a number of free information sessions this week and next for […]
Wayne State University students facing financial hardship may not have to face delaying their studies or dropping out thanks to a $275,000 grant from The Kresge Foundation. Undergraduate students who have exhausted their federal grants and loans can now qualify to receive up to $1,500 in micro-grants. The grants are low-cost solutions for students who […]
There is certainly no shortage of great artists in Detroit – and more make their mark all the time. They can often use a leg up. That’s what The Kresge Foundation’s Kresge Artist Fellowships are all about. They are no-strings-attached, $25,000 prizes awarded to both emerging and established artists whose commitment to artistic achievement, in […]
Native Americans have rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and have made important contributions to our nation. Every November we celebrate those during Native American Heritage Month. This year about 40 Southwest Solutions’ staff and several community residents commemorated the event with a potluck and presentations by two local members of Native American tribes. […]