Durfee Innovation Society Tenant Partner Listing

Community Resources

Bethany Christian Services

Global non-profit, providing quality social services through foster care, adoption, pregnancy counseling, trafficking victims assistance, family counseling and other community based supports.

Phone: (313)281-5048
www.bethany.org

Blue Cross Complete of Michigan

A health maintenance organization providing Medicaid and Healthy Michigan Plan benefits and services in 32 counties, including medical, dental, maternity care and immunizations, vision and hearing, as well as transportation to medical visits.

 

Detroit Parenting Time

The mission of What About the Children is to rebuild and strengthen family relations through supervised visitations. We provide professional, unbiased monitoring services. Our goal is to help families reunite one visit at a time.

 

Phone: 313-723-7042
de******************@***il.com

Family Medical Center of Michigan

FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center)/non-profit agency providing comprehensive behavioral health services for all ages regardless of insurance or ability to pay.

Phone: Monroe County 734-654-2169 & Lenawee County 517-263-1800 
https://familymedicalmi.org

Gilda’s Club Metro Detroit

Providing free cancer support, education and wellness programming to families facing a cancer diagnosis.

GreenPath Financial Wellness

National nonprofit focused on financial wellness for everyone.

Phone: (855)948-1974/ Contact Person Paul (248) 699-5594
pf****@*******th.com
www.greenpath.com

Kandie’s Sandwich Shop & More

Provides full service catering, fresh made meals, desserts, and community food experiences through the Kandies Sandwich Shop and Kandies Mini Market. Kandies is committed to providing quality food, affordable groceries, and excellent service while also creating

Phone: (313) 334-7155
kandies-llc.order.plento.io

 

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

Providing speech therapy, occupational therapy and ABA therapy services to children with all types of disorders: autism, neurological, chromosomal, developmental and etc. and participates with DWHIN and many private insurances.

Phone: (313) 460-5213
www.miclubs.org

College of Education Michigan State University

The Michigan State University College of Education is a community of students, educators and researchers prepared to meet the needs of education and kinesiology. We are committed to improving practice together through exemplary research, teaching and service. We have long held collaborative partnerships in Detroit, dedicated to addressing educational and health disparities and enhancing student success.

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The New Foster Care

Making a transformative change in the Michigan foster care system by making a measurable and meaningful impact in the lives of children who have experienced foster care.

Phone: (313) 210-1952
www.thenewfostercare.org

Jobs / Workforce Development

Detroit at Work

Connect Detroit job seekers to free skilled trades training, job readiness and job placement assistance.

Phone: (313) 962-9675
www.detroitatwork.com

Environmental Remediation Professionals LLC

Health & safety training provider in the areas of abatement and environmental cleanups.

Gentle Hands of Integrity

Offering CPR, BLS & all inclusive Nursing Assistant Training programs where we support you by creating a safe educational environment with knowledge and positive energy.

Navigators

Transforming communities by our powerful belief in life-to-life investment in people, and helping them to vest their life forward in others.

Phone: (719) 598-1212
www.navigators.org

Nursing Detroit

Nursing Detroit empowers the future of healthcare in Detroit by removing barriers to sustainable healthcare careers with a multitude of programs. We offer CNA training, RN/LPN skills training, CPR/BLS classes, a 6-week summer Nursing Pre-Apprenticeship for ages 16-24, and a free 8-month youth mentorship program for those as young as 12-years-old. Through our robust training, mentorship, and talent development initiatives, we’re tackling pressing nursing problems in Detroit, one student at a time.

Youth Program

Better Men Outreach

Enhancing the physical, social and ethical growth of young men and women and creating transformative justice in our neighborhoods and other efforts towards community safety and healing.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Detroit

Creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth with a vision is for all youth to achieve their full potential.

Phone: (313)309-0500/ (313) 626-5202
dk*@*************mi.org
www.bbbssoutheastmi.org

Caleb’s Kids

Creating a transformative educational experience for families focused on mental wellness and preventing suicide completion through innovative and evidence-based program delivery.

Center for Success

Uniting community and literacy to empower students in their journey of education. The vision is to vitalize our community’s relationship with literacy by creating and training a supportive village that engages to increase the knowledge, skills, and mindsets for connected contribution to grade level reading proficiency.

Detroit United Lacrosse

Unifying youth (ages 3-18) of Detroit’s neighborhoods by providing high-level lacrosse training, wellness education, and educational opportunities; promoting character education, academic & personal development, and pathways to prosperity; and instilling the values of respect, honor, courage, and integrity.

First Tee Greater Detroit

By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with life skills curriculum, First Tee creates learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do.

Friends of the Children Detroit

One-to-one mentoring program that mentors children for 12+ years, no matter what, with the goal to end generational poverty, one child at a time.

Healing Not Hurting Detroit

Healing Not Hurting Detroit is dedicated to empowering individuals, strengthening families, and transforming communities. Through youth programming, family support, and resources for personal growth, we are committed to creating a thriving and resilient Detroit. Our youth programming focuses on social-emotional learning (SEL) and well-being, equipping young people with the tools to build resilience, self-awareness, and confidence. 

The Hidden Genus Project

The Hidden Genius Project trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities. The organization has grown into a national nonprofit committed to developing the next generation of Black male leaders and innovators.

The Lab Drawer

An Ed-Techtainment STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) kit for children. Inspired by the look of a chemistry lab drawer, every STEAM kit includes materials and video instructions for an engaging STEAM experience.

The Lawn Academy

Leadership training and mentoring to youth through an on-site college immersion program and community service projects.

Metro Detroit Youth Clubs

Empowering youth to reach their full potential through quality after-school programs and opportunities.

Phone: (313) 460-5213
www.miclubs.orga

Moving Forward Series

The Moving Forward Series is all about helping Wayne County teens, ages 12-17, turn challenges into chances. As a Wayne County Juvenile Justice program, we offer a safe and supportive environment, where teens connect with youth advocates, explore their leadership potential, and access valuable resources to build brighter futures. Join us in helping young people move forward, create change, and rise to own their future!

Phone: (313) 355-0866 in**@*****************es.org

Organizational Disparities Laboratory Michigan State University
 
The Organizational Disparities Laboratory (ODL) at Michigan State University is a research laboratory dedicated to exploring and disrupting organizational disparities.
 
The ODL translates rigorous, interdisciplinary research into action through educational tools, learning experiences, and empirically-driven resources. 

 

Playworks

Playworks is the leading nonprofit leveraging the power of play to transform children’s social and emotional health. With our support, children in Michigan experience safe, fun, and healthy play in school and in our community. We create a place for every kid–and every adult–to feel included, be active, and build valuable social and emotional skills that are critical for life-long health and well-being. 

Phone: 313-737-0228
ja**********@*******ks.org

Xstreme Kidz

Provides alternative activities for low income and physically challenged students through education, mentoring and resources that will aid in their personal and professional relationships. Additionally provides, Motorcoach transportation, college & career tours, and leadership & entrepreneurship classes.

Youth Development Resource Center

Supporting a network of hundreds of Detroit youth development providers offering after-school or summer programs.