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SUMMARY:From Crain's Detroit: Kellogg Foundation commits $90 million over next decade to close racial equity gap
DESCRIPTION:Battle Creek-based W.K. Kellogg Foundation has committed $90 million to identify and support bold efforts to achieve racial equity within the next decade. \nThrough its Racial Equity 2030 challenge\, launching during its 90th year\, Kellogg is inviting transformative ideas to end systemic and institutional racism. Those ideas can come from anywhere in the world.… \nRead the full story here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/from-crains-detroit-kellogg-foundation-commits-90-million-over-next-decade-to-close-racial-equity-gap/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:Upswell 2020
DESCRIPTION:From GreenLight Fund:\nIndependent Sector Conference: Upswell 2020 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn October 14\, join Rishi and Kofi Kenyatta of Family Independence Initiative (FII) and a key partner on our Advisory Councils\, at the Independent Sector’s Upswell 2020. Together\, they will discuss centering power on the people most affected by funding organizations\, including examples of how they’ve focused on local residents’ choices in distributing millions of dollars in social investments.\nThe conference will focus on how anti-racism and Covid-19 recovery will either define or destroy us as a society. Plus\, check out these sessions from our friends and partners: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBlack and Brown Women Leading Differently\nThrough Unprecedented Times\nAllandra Bulger | Co.Act Detroit\nMadhavi Reddy | Community Development Advocates of Detroit                        Yodit Mesfin Johnson | Nonprofit Enterprise at Work                                                    Shamyle Dobbs | Michigan Community Resources \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReinventing Education With Families at the Center\nAlejandro Gibes de Gac (L) | Springboard Collaborative \n\nAnti-Racism and the Importance of Building Equity into Policy Development\nIbram X. Kendi ® | Boston University
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/upswell-2020/
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SUMMARY:By Oct 13: Send CEDAM Your Questions for the Lt. Governor
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, October 16 at 10am\, Lt. Governor Gilchrist will kick off the last day of Developing Vibrant Communities with updates on several State of Michigan initiatives\, including the Michigan Coronavirus Task Force on Racial Disparities. Do you have questions for the Lt. Governor? Submit them through this Google form by Tuesday\, October 13\, and CEDAM will ask them during his address!  \nFollowing the Lt. Governor’s address\, CEDAM & CDAD executive directors Luke Forrest and Madhavi Reddy will lead a discussion with Michigan Poverty Task Force advisory committee members Donna Givens (Eastside Community Network) and Lori Johnson (EightCap). 
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/by-oct-13-send-cedam-your-questions-for-the-lt-governor/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:From the GreenLight Fund: DPSCD\, New Teacher Center and Equity
DESCRIPTION:From the GreenLight Fund: \n\n\n“Soon after World Teacher’s Day (Oct 5)\, Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) announced a dramatic reduction in teacher vacancies as well as an agreement on the highest new teacher salaries in Michigan. This influx of educators will now benefit from New Teacher Center’s evidence-based coaching\, mentoring\, and support from veteran instructors to maximize their impact on our students. This continues the comprehensive plan to elevate DPSCD’s workforce with the best tools possible. \n\nIn his piece Essential for Reopening Schools: Trust\, Empower\, and Support Teachers\, Dr. Desmond Blackburn\, CEO of New Teacher Center\, reminds us how critical teacher empowerment is in mapping a path forward that best supports students\, families\, and educators. New Teacher Center also has a campaign to center equity as a foundational aim of student and teacher learning\, including resources and free seminars.”\nEssential for Reopening Schools: Trust\, Empower and Support Teachers: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/essential-reopening-schools-trust-empower-support-blackburn-ph‑d/\n\nNew Teacher Center Campaign to Center Equity as A Foundational Aim of Student and Teacher Learning: https://ntc.extendedsession.com/
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/from-the-greenlight-fund-dpscd-new-teacher-center-and-equity/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201009
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SUMMARY:Due Oct 9: Winter Places – A Design Guide for Outdoor Placemaking
DESCRIPTION:Have you got a creative\, low-cost idea for outdoor activation during winter? Maybe your organization sets up a tunnel of lights\, hot cocoa crawl or pop-up warming hut? Just put together a quick sketch or photo and provide some framework for the concept\, and Patronicity could publish it in a FREE\, open-sourced\, Winter Places Design Guide\, which will be distributed to municipalities\, cities and organizations around the country. Submissions due by October 9th. Click here for more information: https://benchconsulting.co/winter-places/ \n\nThe Guide should be complete by the end of October and will be a great source of inspiration for making your corridor a destination year-round. Please reserve your copy here: https://benchconsulting.co/winter-places/ (you’ll have to scroll down a bit).
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/due-oct-9-winter-places-a-design-guide-for-outdoor-placemaking/
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SUMMARY:New Report and Webinar from Building Movement Project - On the Frontlines: Nonprofits Led by People of Color Confront COVID-19 and Structural Racism
DESCRIPTION:On the Frontlines: Nonprofits Led by People of Color Confront COVID-19 and Structural Racism\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more in the Building Movement Project’s national webinar on October 20th\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n“We’re just at the beginning. The bumpy part has yet to happen.” \n“I can’t even foresee the breadth and depth of the continued suffering at the community level.” \n“When we get out of this\, six months later\, a huge disproportionate number of leaders of color will disappear from this work because of the burnout.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese reflections from people of color (POC) who lead nonprofits are part of a new report being released today by the Building Movement Project and SolidarityIs. Our national report\, On the Frontlines: Nonprofits Led by People of Color Confront COVID-19 and Structural Racism\, is based on an online survey of 433 executive directors and one-on-one interviews with 41 leaders.\nBuilding Movement Project’s report makes five key findings with one overarching message: it is clear that there will be no return to normalcy in the wake of the pandemic\, economic instability\, and the national uprisings to address anti-Black racism. Leaders of color are concerned that the crisis will get worse in the months ahead as their organizations adapt programs and activities to make up for government gaps. At the same time\, POC leaders are motivated by the uprisings and the possibility of meaningful systemic change. \nWatch video testimonials from POC leaders about the report findings here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuilding Movement Project is grateful to the many executive directors who shared their experiences with them\, and are inspired by their commitment to their organizations and communities. They encourage you to read and share the report\, use the recommendations\, and attend their October 20th webinar.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister in advance here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/new-report-and-webinar-from-building-movement-project-on-the-frontlines-nonprofits-led-by-people-of-color-confront-covid-19-and-structural-racism/
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SUMMARY:Updates from the Center of Detroit Arts & Culture at Marygrove
DESCRIPTION:From Mary Lou Greene\, Interim Director\, Arts & Culture at Marygrove: \n\n“Greetings to the Arts & Culture community at Marygrove!\nAs of September 1st\, the Center of Detroit Arts & Culture at Marygrove (also known as CDAC) became fully incorporated into the Marygrove Conservancy as a mainstay program and is hereby introduced as Marygrove Conservancy Department of Arts & Culture. This change means that f.k.a. CDAC’s social media platforms (Facebook\, Instagram\, and Twitter) will now reside under Marygrove Conservancy online presence. Those previously subscribed to f.k.a. CDAC’s newsletter will have their contact information migrated to Marygrove Conservancy’s database under Marygrove Conservancy Arts & Culture. Subscribers may opt-out from continuing their subscription now under Marygrove Conservancy.\nExisting programs like the Contemporary American Authors Lecture Series\, Institute of Detroit Studies\, and the Institute of Arts Infused Education will remain at the Marygrove Campus. Other wonderful programs you know and love will also continue to be here as well\, but logistics will be handled by the respective organizations. You will be able to navigate to each respective programs’ website from the Marygrove Conservancy Department of Arts & Culture’s website and social media platforms.\nFurthermore\, the Marygrove Conservancy Department of Arts & Culture will continue to provide space to artists and organizations to grow and provide the programming they do best. For more information\, please reach out to our program director\, Mary Lou Greene at mgreene@marygroveconservancy.org.\n\nVisit them at the new Marygrove Conservancy Department of Arts & Culture website for more information.”
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/updates-from-the-center-of-detroit-arts-culture-at-marygrove/
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SUMMARY:NextGen is Hiring 20 More Fellows ASAP!
DESCRIPTION:NextGen needs someone passionate about the election to make about 10 hours (or more) of calls with them during scheduled call times (normally 2–4 or 3–5 pm) and a few hours on Saturdays. You will be asked to ask people to fill out a survey about what issues they care most about\, ask if they are voting for Biden\, and walk through a script of other things we want to help them with (voter registration\, voting from home\, etc.) People who hit the most surveys completed weekly will be eligible for rewards. They need you to get as many surveys filled out every week as possible. They pay $1\,000 per month\, so about $17/hr. and that is on a 1099\, so taxes are not taken out on the front end. You will be paid on the 15th and the 31st of October and you will start on 10/9. You do not have to reside in Michigan! Looking to chat on Friday or Saturday with those that are interested and they will get you all set up to get ridin’ with Biden for young voters! \n\n\nInterested? Contact Staci Lowry at staci.lowry@nextgenamerica.org
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/nextgen-is-hiring-20-more-fellows-asap/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201001
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SUMMARY:Note from The Honorable Steve Cohen: Cosponsor the CDBG Equity Act
DESCRIPTION:Note from The Honorable Steve Cohen:\nCosponsor the CDBG Equity Act\n\n Update the outdated allocation process and adopt a single formula that most accurately targets awards to need \nDear Colleague: \nI encourage you to cosponsor of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Equity Act\, which would update the current CDBG funding formula and adopt a single formula based on factors that currently reflect need. \nThe U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD’s) CDBG program is one of the largest and longest-standing federal block grants in existence\, annually allocating billions of dollars in federal assistance to state and local governments in support of local neighborhood revitalization\, housing rehabilitation\, and community and economic development efforts\, principally for low- and moderate-income persons. Entitlement communities are awarded funds from one of two formulas: ​“A” and ​“B\,” depending on whichever formula provides the greatest award. \nFormula A (established in 1974):                          Formula B (added in 1977): \n1. Population: 25%                                                               1. Population Growth Lag since 1960: 20% \n2. People in Poverty: 50%                                              2. People in Poverty: 30% \n3. Overcrowded Units: 25%                                           3. Pre-1940 Housing Units: 50% \nUnfortunately\, these award formulas are inequitable\, as they are based on outdated variables. Formula A grantees typically receive less funding than Formula B grantees because the measures for ​“people in poverty” and ​“population” are shared among communities in both formulas\, but ​“growth lag” and ​“pre-1940’s housing” are specific to Formula B grantees and are not necessarily tied to economic need. \nFor instance\, needy communities mostly demolished pre-1940 housing while well-off communities renovated their housing; therefore\, many high-need communities do not qualify for Formula B. Additionally\, growth lag does not represent a community in need. Most communities built in the 1960’s are likely not to grow further due to intentional development restrictions in some areas\, a lack of available land\, or a decrease in household size.  As a result\, the communities will likely experience low or slightly declining growth when compared to the national average. Most of these communities are economically well. \nMy bill solves the problems that result from HUD’s dual formulas by adopting a single formula that targets funding to need. Based on a study done by Todd Richardson\, a Policy Development Researcher for HUD\, the new funding formula would utilize four new measures to determine CDBG allocations: \n1.  Poverty rate per person in families and elderly households: 50% \n2.  Female headed households with children under 18: 10% \n3.  Pre-1950 housing occupied by a poverty household: 30% \n4.  Overcrowded housing units (more than 1.01 persons per room): 10% \nThese variables would undoubtedly resolve the issues that exist between the dual formula methods in the following ways: \n\nThe removal of population size creates equity by measuring need rather than city size.\nThe use of poverty rate per person in families and elderly households corrects the issue of counting all college students as people in poverty.\nPre-1950’s housing occupied by a poverty household fixes the issues underlying the pre-1940’s housing by increasing the age range of houses that are not yet demolished in high-need communities and tying the community development need to families in poverty.\nOvercrowded housing remains because it targets concentrated poverty; however\, it receives a lower weight because concentrated poverty occurs in both high- and low-need communities.\n\nBy moving to one formula\, all jurisdictions can finally be measured using the same criteria\, and we can ensure that our neediest communities receive adequate funding. If you have additional questions about the CDBG Equity Act or would like to cosponsor\, please contact Alex Schnelle at alex.schnelle@mail.house.gov. \n  \nSincerely\, \nSteve Cohen \nMember of Congress
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/note-from-the-honorable-steve-cohen-cosponsor-the-cdbg-equity-act/
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SUMMARY:Update Your Opportunity360 Community Dashboard to Help COVID-19 and Community Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Opportunity360 added a new section to the Opportunity360 Community Dashboards that brings together data and indicators related to the impact of Covid-19 and community recovery. Some of the indicators on this page include: \n\nNumber of confirmed Covid-19 cases and lives lost\nUnemployment rate for the most recent 36 months\nPercent of students with no computer or internet\nPercent of commuters who rely on public transit\n\n\nThe new indicators\, along with the other 150 data points throughout the dashboard\, help you understand your community’s risks\, build on its assets\, and support all residents in coming together on the path to recovery. As more data becomes available\, this page will be updated. \nTo create a new dashboard that includes the Covid-19 page\, visit Opportunity360’s Measure Tool. Dashboards created before July 28th will not include this new page.
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/update-your-opportunity360-community-dashboard-to-help-covid-19-and-community-recovery/
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SUMMARY:Save Michigan Families! Demand the State Legislature Fully Fund the Eviction Diversion Program!
DESCRIPTION:Over 800\,000 Michiganders are unemployed due to the pandemic. Our nation is in the middle of an economic crisis! Food lines are growing\, and over 180\,000 Americans\, including 6\,500 people in Michigan\, are dead from the COVID-19 pandemic. In July\, Governor Whitmer lifted the eviction moratorium that allowed vulnerable Michigan families to stay in their homes. Now Michigan families have fallen behind in their rent\, and they face eviction. The Michigan Legislature allocated only $50 million to the Eviction Diversion Program for overdue rent. The $50 million falls far short of the projected $200-$500 million in late rent payments. Our government must do something to help\, but it starts with you. Join Michigan United and demand the Michigan Legislature allocate $100 million from available funds to the Eviction Diversion Program so that Michigan families can stay in their homes. Fill out the form below contact to the Michigan House and Senate Appropriations Committees and demand they appropriate $100 million from the Available Funds to the Eviction Diversion Program. \nTake Action Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/save-michigan-families-demand-the-state-legislature-fully-fund-the-eviction-diversion-program/
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SUMMARY:CDC Small Business Finance and Capital Impact Partners Announce a New Alliance to Empower Equitable Community Growth
DESCRIPTION:Capital Impact Partners and CDC Small Business Finance — the nation’s leading mission-based small business lender — are excited to announce a new alliance that will focus on developing and implementing high-touch\, scalable solutions that support economic empowerment and equitable wealth creation. Detroit will serve as one of the three place-based pilot locations where cross-organizational teams will actively engage with community members to understand regional barriers to opportunity and work together to create tools\, programs\, and services that are strategically customized to address those high-priority issues. \n\n\nFull Press Release Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/cdc-small-business-finance-and-capital-impact-partners-announce-a-new-alliance-to-empower-equitable-community-growth/
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SUMMARY:New Dashboard on Enterprise's Website for State and County-Level Indicators
DESCRIPTION:Enterprise recently released a new dashboard that features state and county-level indicators and includes points for all Low Income Housing Tax Credit properties. In the overview map\, you can scroll through the data broadly or look more closely at a specific county. There is a County Profile section that provides an ​“at a glance” view of unemployment\, Covid case\, and demographic information for every county in the US. \nCheck out the tool here: https://tinyurl.com/y39kpt4m
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/new-dashboard-on-enterprises-website-for-state-and-county-level-indicators/
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SUMMARY:U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is Accepting New Applications for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)
DESCRIPTION:In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic\, small business owners and non-profit organizations in all U.S. states\, Washington D.C.\, and territories are able to apply for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). EIDL is designed to provide economic relief to businesses that are currently experiencing a temporary loss of revenue. EIDL proceeds can be used to cover a wide array of working capital and normal operating expenses\, such as continuation to health care benefits\, rent\, utilities\, and fixed debt payments. \nSBA resumed accepting new Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) applications on June 15 to all qualified small businesses\, including U.S. agricultural businesses. \nThe new eligibility for U.S. agricultural businesses is made possible by new authority granted by Congress in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. \nEligible small businesses\, private-nonprofits and agricultural businesses may apply for the EIDL here: https://covid19relief.sba.gov/#/
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/u-s-small-business-administration-sba-is-accepting-new-applications-for-economic-injury-disaster-loans-eidl/
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SUMMARY:Join the Coalition for Property Tax Justice and Sign the Petition to Gov. Whitmer and Stop Inflated Property Taxes in Detroit
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition for Property Tax Justice and Sign the Petition to Governor Whitmer and Stop Inflated Property Taxes in Detroit \nClick to Sign the Petition: https://sign.moveon.org/…/stop-illegally-inflated-property-… \nThe Ask: \n\nEstablish a task force to investigate and stop inflated property taxes in Detroit. \nWhy is this important? \nIt’s not just COVID and police brutality exposing racism in America. Black homeowners in Detroit are being overtaxed on top of these other injustices. \nWe’ve all seen headlines about Detroit homeowners being overcharged $600 million dollars in property taxes. No community should be hit with such unjust bills and least of all a city with 40 percent of residents struggling in poverty. Detroit has one of the highest property tax foreclosure rates of any city since the Great Depression. \nA recent University of Chicago study shows that\, even after Mayor Duggan tried to fix the problem\, the City is still overcharging the lowest valued homes. These are deep\, systemic problems that a task force should investigate\, propose solutions to end the practice and help make the community whole. \nGovernor Whitmer has proven that she can get the job done with COVID and is with us in the movement against police brutality. Now it’s time to do the same for property tax injustice. We call on her to create a task force to investigate and stop unfair property tax practices and keep Detroit homeowners in their homes. \nFor more information about or to join the Coalition for Property Tax Justice visit illegalforeclosures.org
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/join-the-coalition-for-property-tax-justice-and-sign-the-petition-to-gov-whitmer-and-stop-inflated-property-taxes-in-detroit/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:DEGC's Small Business Relief Updates
DESCRIPTION:Free\, 1–1 Legal Information for Small Business Owners via University of Michigan\n\nIf small business owners / entrepreneurs have legal questions they can email Barb Vibbert at bivibb@umich.edu at the U‑M Law Entrepreneurship Clinic to schedule a 15-minute appointment and get legal information.\n\n\nEach week\, the Clinic has 15 minute meeting slots with upper level law students and clinical faculty where startups and entrepreneurs can get their legal questions answered.\nThey have office hours over Zoom on Tuesday from 10–11\, Wednesday from 9:30–10:30\, and Thursday from 1–2.\nPlease note that during office hours\, the Entrepreneurship Clinic can only provide general legal information and not specific legal advice.\n\nLearn more about the UofM Law Entrepreneurship Clinic: https://entrepreneurship.law.umich.edu/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity PPE Distribution — Monday\, Oct 5.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/a21eb9747c9d407abb0bddecb4e5f2f7\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild Basics Business Planning Class has gone virtual\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur core 8‑week business and project planning class is designed for aspiring and established entrepreneurs.\nClasses are taught by local experts and cover all the basics of starting a business – from licensing to financial literacy\, market research to cash flow and more.\nYou’ll leave the class with a completed business plan\, a cohort of fellow entrepreneurs in Detroit\, and the knowledge and confidence to take your idea to the next level.\n\nRegister for Class: https://www.buildinstitute.org/build-class-registration/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccounting Aid Society to host Virtual Office Hours for Osborn Small Business Owners\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOffice Hours are designed for small business owners seeking coaching on topics concerning financial operations management. \nTheir coaching sessions are philanthropically supported by the New Economy Intiative and are offered at no cost to small business owners\n\n\n\n\nWhat Types of Businesses Should Register? \nSole Proprietorships\nSingle Member Limited Liability\n Partnership\nSub-Chapter(S‑Corp) Entities\n\n\n\n\nTime: Tuesday September 29 — 05:00 PM (EDT)\n\nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-open-office-hours-for-osborn-small-business-owners-tickets-113704023796 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSince its inception Detroit Means Business has provided a wide range of services and resources to businesses in Detroit including: Access to PPE\, Technical Assistance\, Access to funding and a reopening playbook for businesses.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, September 29\n\n10:00 am: The SBA Opens Doors To Surety Bonding For Small Businesses\n11:00 am: Target Marketing Do or Die\n1:00 pm: Twitter (Marketing Toolbox)\n6:00 pm: How to Create an Online Store vs a Traditional Website Webinar\n6:30 pm: Shopify Small Business Ecommerce Website Development\n\nWednesday — September 30\, 2020\n\n10:00 AM: SBA Hosts Terry Wu\, PhD ​“Neuromarketing: Outsmart your Competition”\n6:00 PM: Be Free from Debt’s Hold; Prepare for a Bank Business Loan Webinar\n\nThursday — October 1\, 2020\n\n10:00 AM: Evaluating your business for Government Contracting – Brought to you by GOED/Elevate/SBDC\n12:30 PM: Disaster Planning for Small Business\n1:00 PM: Intro to Government Contracting for Women-Owned Businesses\n6:00 PM: Simple Steps for Starting a Business — Ready to Start?\n8:00 PM: Webinar — Business Plan Boot Camp\n\nFriday — October 2\, 2020\n\n7:30 AM: First Step: Mechanics of Starting a Small Business\n10:00 AM: Google Tools Marketing Workshop\n1:00 PM: Ecommerce Webinar Series\n\nSaturday — October 3\, 2020\n\n9:30 AM: Quickbooks Payroll (en Español)\n10:00 AM: The Importance of Cyber Security In Your Workplace\n\nMonday\, October 5\n\n10:00 AM: Free Digital Platforms & Tools for Small Businesses\n1:00 PM: Email Newsletters (Marketing Toolbox)\n5:00 PM: Introduction to QuickBooks Online Webinar Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInnovation meets Main Street Grant: Boosting Black Women-Owned Businesses [Apply]\nOf the 26 entrepreneurs selected\, nine founders in each market will also be provided a $10\,000 grant which can be used to help with layoff aversion\, covering operational costs\, pay rent and connect with customers.\nCreators of Culture Grant Program 2020 [Apply] Applications open September 15\, 2020. The first grantee decisions will be made on September 30\, 2020\, and after that\, we will make funding decisions in the order that we receive applications until all funding has been allocated.\nSeptember Amber Grant for Women [Apply] Past grant winners are women who have simply shared from the heart. Our judges are looking for passion as well as business smarts.\nGoFundMe Small Business Relief Fund [Apply] The GoFundMe.org Small Business Relief Fund will provide micro-grants to qualifying small businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.\nCommunity Connections Bridging the Gap Response Fund [Learn More] This opportunity is intended to meet short-term needs. The term of grant activities is expected to extend 4 months or less.\nHoneycomb Crowdfunded Small Business Relief Loan [Get More Info] Community-sourced loans for small businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19)\nHello Alice Business Grant — September 25 Deadline [Get More Info] Hello Alice is offering $10\,000 grants to help small business owners\nKIVA Detroit 0% Interest Loans [Learn More] Borrow Up to $15\,000 at 0% interest. Yes\, 0% interest – no catch.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecorded SCORE Webinars [Watch] Did you miss a SCORE LIVE webinar? They are available to watch on-demand at your convenience.\nSmall Business Resilience Hub [Watch] Access critical small business resources through SCORE.\nDetroit’s COVID-19 Small Business PlayBook [Get More Info] Review health and workplace recommendations and guidlines in order to develop a COVID Safe Work Plan\nSmall Business Support Request Form [Learn More] Detroit Means Business aims to connect you to the resources that you need to reopen safely and strengthen your business.\nCOVID-19 Safe Work Guidance [Get More Info] Find the resources and guidance your business needs to provide a safe environment for employees and customers.\nMCR COVID-19 Small Business Legal Clinic [Learn More] Gain access to important small business legal advice
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/degcs-small-business-relief-updates/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:CEDAM Policy Updates
DESCRIPTION:State Budget \nGovernor Gretchen Whitmer is expected to sign her second budget following the conclusion of budget negotiations between her office and the legislature. This budget addresses the anticipated $3 billion budget hole through a combination of federal funding\, reserve funds\, and strategic cuts. Funding was secured for both the state’s General Fund and School Aid Fund (including a moderate increase in funding)\, and will be signed in the coming days to adhere to the constitutionally mandated October 1 deadline. This budget deal includes the following: \n\n$30 million for Michigan Reconnect: tuition-free skills training for Michigan adults \n$28.7 million for Going Pro: grants to businesses training employees in high-demand\, skills-based fields\n$3 million for pre-apprenticeships to prepare qualified candidates to enter skilled trades\nFunding for universities and community college will be restored to pre-COVID levels\n$15 million to revive Pure Michigan with additional expected private contributions \n$6 million to protect Michigan watersheds and help homes become more energy efficient\n$14.3 million for broadband expansion \nRevenue sharing for local governments has also avoided significant budget cuts\, with increased sales tax resources anticipated\n\nMore details on the budget are available from Bridge Magazine and MLive.  \nFederal Continuing Resolution \nJust eight days before a shutdown\, the House of Representatives passed a stopgap bill on Tuesday to fund the federal government through mid-December. The deal announced by Speaker Pelosi (D‑CA) and Treasury Secretary Mnuchin will fully fund the government and provide sustaining funds for programs in public health and transportation\, as well as nutrition assistance for children and families and additional farm aid with new oversight. The farm aid was expected to be a major hurdle for the resolution in the Senate\, but with this inclusion the bill is expected to pass the Senate and be signed by the president in the coming days.  \nMore information can be found from NPR or the Washington Post.  \nTenant Resources \nThe CDC issued a nationwide moratorium on evictions which took effect Friday\, September 4. Tenants facing evictions or are in the eviction process due to nonpayment of rent are covered by this moratorium\, under certain conditions. Tenants seeking this protection are required to declare their inability to pay their full rent\, while continuing to pay as much rent as they can. As a reminder\, tenants must submit a signed declaration to their landlord. More information on qualifications as well as a link to the declaration form are available on CEDAM’s website.  \nMichigan’s Eviction Diversion Program (EDP) is designed to keep Michigan residents who fell behind on their rent during COVID-19 in their homes. The program utilizes a special court process to get fast rental assistance for renters who have been impacted. Rental assistance in the amount of $50 million is available in the form of lump sum payments to landlords in exchange for allowing tenants to remain in their homes\, forgiving late fees and up to 10% of the amount due. You can find more information on the MSHDA website.
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/cedam-policy-updates/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:Nominate a Detroit Youth for the Skillman President's Youth Council
DESCRIPTION:Skillman is seeking Detroit youth who will share their insights and ideas to help shape the Foundation’s efforts to improve and expand educational and economic opportunities for young Detroiters as part of the Skillman President’s Youth Council. \nAs a fierce champion of Detroit children\, young people’s perspectives are invaluable to informing their work and influencing the direction of our city. Detroit is their birthright. To this end\, Youth Council participants will grow their leadership skills and network through the program\, helping them expand their influence and voice beyond their involvement with the Foundation.  \nThey are looking for dedicated and passionate young people to participate on their 10-person Youth Council for a two-year term\, beginning in November 2020. Members will meet with President and CEO\, Tonya Allen\, and other Foundation leaders formally two to three times per year and informally on a rolling basis.  \nCouncil Members will:  \n\nDiscuss issues and ideas that are significant to them and their peers\nLearn about the role of philanthropy in advancing social change and how foundations operate \nLearn about and provide input to help inform The Skillman Foundation’s strategies\, goals\, initiatives\, and investments\nGather insights and feedback from other young people\n\n  \nMembers will be compensated for their work and will engage with youth and community leaders from across the city. \nInformation about the nomination process can be found at skillman.org/pyc.\nNominators must complete a short questionnaire about the nominee’s experiences\, abilities\, and dedication. Youth can self-nominate. The deadline for nominations is September 25\, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.  \nThis is an opportunity to help shape the supports and opportunities available to Detroit youth\, including schools and afterschool programming\, college and career\, and general safety\, happiness\, well-being and ability to drive a future of their choosing. Youth Council members will deepen their involvement in the community\, the philanthropic sector\, and social changemaking.  \nQuestions about the Council and the application process can be directed to Jessica Eiland Anders\, special projects manager\, at 313–393-1169 or jeiland@skillman.org. 
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/nominate-a-detroit-youth-for-skillman-presidents-youth-council/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:Co.act's Opportunities and Imperatives in Defining Michigan’s New Normal Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The closing session to this virtual series features a conversation led by the CEOs of each hosting organization: \n\n\n\nShamyle Dobbs (Michigan Community Resources)\nAllandra Bulger (Co.act Detroit) \nDonna Murray-Brown (Michigan Nonprofit Association)\n Kyle Caldwell (Council of Michigan Foundations)\n\n\nThese nonprofit leaders\, along with facilitator Paula Cunningham (AARP Michigan)\, will explore the ways we can work within our organizations and collectively to reset the structures and policies that have held us back from a truly equitable future. Join them as they delve into the strategies we can implement and the conversations we can lead to create a new normal that dismantles racism and all systems of oppression.  \nThis session will include ample time for Q&A and attendee reflections. \nSign Up Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/co-acts-opportunities-and-imperatives-in-defining-michigans-new-normal-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200923T080000
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SUMMARY:Deadline Sep 23: Apply for Innovation Meets Main Street Grant
DESCRIPTION:Apply for Innovation meets Main Street Grant — Deadline: September 23\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOf the 26 selected\, nine founders in each market will also be provided a $10\,000 grant which can be used to help with layoff aversion\, covering operational costs\, pay rent and connect with customers.\n\n\nThe grant can be used to help black-owned women businesses with layoff aversion\, covering operational costs\, paying rent\, and connecting with customers.\n\n\nDeadline: Sep 23 2020 05:00 PM (EDT)\n\nApply for this Grant: https://aeoworks.smapply.io/prog/innovation_meets_mainstreet/
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/deadline-sep-23-apply-for-innovation-meets-main-street-grant/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200921T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200925T170000
DTSTAMP:20200909T124232Z
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SUMMARY:SAVE THE DATE: CDAD's Community Development Week September 21-25
DESCRIPTION:CDAD’s virtual Community Development Week will be September 21 — 25.  More information to follow.
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/save-the-date-cdads-community-development-week-september-21-25/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200921
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SUMMARY:The D's Next Decade: Advancing Equity | Detroit Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Since 2014\, Detroit Homecoming has created a three-day\, invitation-only event with year-round impact aimed at inspiring ​“expats” to re-engage with the city’s revitalization. The economic impact tied to attendees is more than $600 million\, mostly real estate investments. \nCOVID-19 and the need for social distancing will alter the event in 2020\, which will be expanded to five days\, Sept. 21–25. ​“Big-stage” speakers will for the most part be ​“virtual” on Sept. 21–23. Tours and neighborhood immersions on Sept. 24–25 will be capped at 50 people each\, with an effort to keep as much as possible outdoors. A larger public will be invited to an outdoor bazaar\, featuring many local makers and retailers. Detroit Homecoming will sponsor restaurant ​“takeovers” that meet state guidelines for social distancing\, grouping attendees by their special interests. \nRecognizing that the biggest pool of Detroit ​“expats” may very well be in Detroit’s suburbs\, Detroit Homecoming VII will invite people in Southeast Michigan with ties to Detroit to join our traditional ​“expat” audience. This year\, Detroit Homecoming ​“goes local.” In small\, socially distanced groups\, guests can meet people who are key to Detroit’s revitalization – in neighborhoods\, in restaurants and in key areas targeted for improvement. \nDetroit Homecoming plans a hybrid experience – ​“big name” speakers attending virtually and on-the-ground experiences for locals as well as expats who decide to make the trip. \nAll virtual activities are free for all attendees. Locals will be charged $99 for Thursday’s in-person tours and dinner. Expats are complimentary for the tours and dinner. \nRegister Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/the-ds-next-decade-advancing-equity-detroit-homecoming/
CATEGORIES:Stakeholder Bulletins
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SUMMARY:CDAD Policy Update
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER FOR CDAD’S SEPT. 21 COALITION BUILDING VIRTUAL TRAINING \nDon’t miss out on a great opportunity to learn and apply the Fundamentals of Building Strong Coalitions. Register NOW for the Policy Team’s Community Development Week session on Monday\, Sept. 21 from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon. David Hunt\, a nationally recognized teacher and leader in organizing for social\, will led an interactive virtual training. This training is free and limited to 30 participants on a first come\, first serve basis. Only a few slots are still available\, so register by Sept. 18 https://cdaod.wildapricot.org/event-3977425/ \nCOMMUNITY CAMPAIGNS \nComment on the Proposed State Fairgrounds Development Deal \nState Fairgrounds Development Coalition is asking you to make public comment during the Sept. 24 City Planning Commission meeting and the October City Council meeting and say that we must have a community benefits agreement for the proposed State Fairgrounds Deal.  The Coalition is also asking you to email and call Mayor Duggan\, Council Members and Planning Commissioners. NO CBA = NO SALE! \nWe need an enforceable community benefits agreement that at the very least: \n\nprotects residents’ health & safety\nprovides Detroit residents with a first review for jobs\nprovides subcontracting and vending opportunities for businesses owned by people of color\nprotects the environment and uses sustainable building practices\nprovides recreational opportunities\nprovides a forum for continued community engagement\ndoesn’t harass workers or interfere with workers’ right to organize\nhas provisions for monitoring\, reporting\, and enforcement to make sure Detroiters are treated fairly!\n\nVisit the SFDC website and the Detroit People’s Platform website for more information \nCity Planning Commission public hearing on Sept. 24 at 6:00 pm https://detroitmi.gov/events/city-planning-commission-meeting-33 Planning & Development Department’s request to amend the Detroit Master Plan of Policies to change the Future General Land Use designation of the former State Fairgrounds from PR (Regional Park) to IL (Light industrial). \nComment on the Fiat Chrysler Air Quality Permit by Sept. 18 \nFiat Chrysler (FCA) has applied for yet another air quality permit to refurbish an old paint line for their expansion. The Michigan Department of Environment\, Great Lakes & Energy (EGLE) is holding a public comment period from now until Sept. 18\, 2020. Detroit People’s Platform is asking you to call\, email or write EGLE by Sept. 18\, 2020 and share your questions\, concerns and demands for FCA to reduce output at the source\, increase protections and improve source monitoring. Mail: Annette Switzer\, Permit Section Manager\, EGLE\, AQD\, P.O. Box 30260\, Lansing\, Michigan\, 48909–7760. Online: EGLE Web http://bit.ly/FCAPaintComment Click on ​“Submit Comment” under the FCA US\, LLC Jefferson North Assembly Plant and Detroit Assembly Complex Mack Plant – Permit to Install Application Nos. 33–20 and 14–19A. Call: 517–284-0900\, Leave a voicemail. \nEVICTIONS AND FORECLOSURE MORATORIUMS \nEviction Help for Detroiters Tenants and Landlords \nIf you or someone you know is facing eviction and has received a notice to quit or a court order summons\, complaint or judgment\, get information and help by calling the Eviction Prevention Hotline number (866) 313‑2520 or completing the online Eviction Prevention Intake Form www.DetroitEvictionHelp.com. Detroit Eviction Defense provides tenants and renter groups with information\, advice and assistance. https://detroitevictiondefense.org/ \nCDC Issues Temporary Order Halting Residential Evictions \nThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an order\, Temporary Halt in Residential Evictions to Prevent the Further Spread of COVID-19. The order is effective until December 31\, 2020. Tenants facing evictions or are in the eviction process due to nonpayment of rent are covered by this moratorium\, under certain conditions. Tenants seeking this protection are required to declare their inability to pay their full rent\, while continuing to pay as much rent as they can. Tenants must submit a signed declaration to their landlord. More information on qualifications as well as a link to the declaration form are available on CEDAM’s website. \nThis moratorium will provide necessary protections to renters for the time being\, but this will only delay a coming wave of evictions due to nonpayment. Millions of Americans will still owe back rent\, fees\, and penalties that they have been unable to repay even if they have returned to work. Contact your members of Congress and urge them to restart negotiations and provide adequate housing resources and relief. Opportunity Starts at Home created a pre-formatted letter that you can send to your elected officials. \nFederal Mortgage Foreclosure Moratorium Extended to Dec. 31 \nFannie Mae\, Freddie Mac\, FHA\, VA\, and USDA mortgage loans have all extended the CARES Act foreclosure moratorium to December 31\, 2020. The moratorium halts all new foreclosure actions; suspends any foreclosure actions under way; says servicers are required to offer forbearance when a borrower requests it. The option to forebear is extended to up to a year\, and a lump sum payment is not required at the end of the forbearance. The moratorium does not cover privately held mortgages More information is available here. \nCOMMUNITY OUTREACH ORDINANCE \nThe Community Outreach Ordinance Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday\, Sept. 22 at 10:00 am during the City Council Formal Session. CDAD encourages you to participate in the hearing and to make public comment. In your comments\, identify yourself as a CDAD member or partner. Here are suggested talking points: \n\nWe want community engagement not community outreach.\nWe expect the City to allocate sufficient resources to implement a city-wide community engagement approach.\nWe expect the City to leverage all of its digital and non-digital communication mechanisms to communicate with its residents / stakeholders\nWe believe that separation of powers does not prohibit the City from adopting an effective community engagement ordinance.\n\nHere are links to the ordinance and other documents. Click HERE  to review an updated online copy of the Community Outreach Ordinance PowerPoint. Click HERE to review the Community Outreach Ordinance Summary. Click HERE to review the Community Outreach Ordinance Key Points. Click HERE  to review the Community Outreach Ordinance.  Click HERE for the proposed\, non-binding Closing Resolution. \nNEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION BOND PROPOSAL \nProposal N – Neighborhood Improvement Bond\, if passed by Detroit voters on November 3\, will allow the sale of up to $250 million in unlimited tax general obligation bonds. UTGO bonds are a type of municipal debt. The Duggan Administration that it wants to use the bond proceeds over the next 3–5 years to demolish 8\,000 vacant houses and to secure or rehab 8\,000 vacant houses that are deemed structurally sound. These houses are owned by the Land Bank. Proposal N — 8 Goals .pdf and Proposal N — Improvement Bond.pdf. \nThe Administration has made many verbal and written statements regarding hiring\, procurement\, contracting\, home repair and rehab\, and the expected impact on Detroiters’ and the City’s finances. Some of these statements are in the proposed\, non-binding Closing Resolution dated July 20.  Recently\, Arthur Jemison and LaJuan Counts\, the Demolition Dept. Director\, presented City Council with updates on the Neighborhood Improvement Plan. He said important changes will be made to the Closing Resolution extending Executive Order 2016–1 goal to hire 51% Detroiters and removing vendor interviews. Mr. Jemison described the Administration’s efforts to provide information to the community and their intention to issue a series of policy briefs. Council is expect to vote on the proposed resolution in the next week. \nCouncil Members and community stakeholders have raised numerous questions about following the FCA hiring plan; compensating over-assessed residential property owners; the possible impact on the City’s financial position and credit rating; the expected impact on property taxes; the roles of the Land Bank\, Demolition Dept. and CDOs; the need to hire more Demo Dept. and Civil Rights\, Inclusion & Opportunity Dept. employees; and monitoring compliance. Legislative Policy Division has answered some of questions in LPD Neighborhood Improvement Bond report dated July 20. (There are apparently two other LPD reports). Additionally\, the Office of the Auditor General has several reports on the demolition program. https://detroitmi.gov/government/office-auditor-general. \nEastside Community Network held a Proposal N Forum on Sept. 16. Here’s the link to the Facebook recording https://www.facebook.com/ECNDetroit.  Stay tuned — CDAD is planning a Proposal N webinar and other educational efforts. \nIT’S TIME TO COMPLETE THE CENSUS \nThe US Census Bureau is asking you to remind your network that it’s time to respond to the Census by phone 844–330-2020\, online my2020census.gov and by mail by Sept. 30.  Share this 2020 Census graphic with your social media followers using the hashtag #2020Census and post this 2020 Census banner on your website. Send an email or text message reminder to your employees\, friends\, neighbors and family members with a link to respond at 2020census.gov and post a reminder on your intranet. The Census Bureau asks you to support your digital engagement with activities like chalking the sidewalks in your community with ​“Chalk the Walk” reminders. \nCITY COUNCIL ADOPTED A DETROIT MEDIAN INCOME RESOLUTION \nIn recent years\, Detroit has transformed from a city with the largest percentage of Black homeowners in the nation\, to a city that is slightly majority renter occupied. Community development practitioners and City officials have used Average Media Income (AMI)\, the midpoint of a metropolitan region’s income whereas half of the population earn more than the median and half earn less than the median. AMI is often used as the rule for a household’s income eligibility to live in income-restricted housing and the affordability of publicly-funded development projects. AMI is not affordable to most Detroiters\, because the Detroit AMI is calculated with the inclusion of the Warren and Livonia suburbs. For example\, the 2020 AMI for Detroit-Warren-Livonia for a family of four is $78\,500 whereas the AMI for a family of four in Detroit was around $30\,000 in 2019. To mitigate the affordability crisis\, City Council adopted a Detroit Median Income resolution\, sponsored by Pres Pro Tem Mary Sheffield\, urging the City of Detroit to utilize the Detroit Area Median Income as the basis for evaluating affordable housing projects. To read the resolution click here. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION & RESOURCES \nCitizen Detroit will hold a virtual school board candidate speed-dating forum on Oct. 1 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm via Zoom. You’ll be able to engage with DPSCD school board candidates in small groups and ask critical questions. Three seats are open on this seven-member board tasked with policy-making and oversight. Come determine for yourself who will best serve the district’s students and families\, so you can cast an informed vote in the November election. You must RSVP HERE in order to participate.  For more information\, email kelly@citizendetroit.org\, cbauman@chalkbeat.org or obailey@bridgedetroit.com or call the CitizenDetroit office at 313–334-3131. \nCEDAM held a MSHDA Interim QAP Timeline & Updates webinar with presenters\, Chad Benson from MSHDA and Chris Potterpin from the Michigan Housing Council. The recording is now available. Below is the projected interim Qualified Allocation Plan revision timeline: \n\nInformation hearing September 25\, 2020\nDraft QAP to be released at the end of September\nPublic hearings regarding the draft QAP in mid-October\nPresented and tentatively approved by the MSHDA board October 22\nFunding round deadline will tentatively be end of January or early February 2021
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/cdad-policy-update/
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Momentum: Funding Transformational Change with museum director Franklin Sirmans and nonprofit consultant Liz Curtis
DESCRIPTION:As a result of the pandemic and our current national racial reckoning\, many organizations are suddenly in a period of transition — one they had not envisioned. On Episode 11 of ​“DISCOVERY\,” join us for a conversation with Franklin Sirmans\, director of Pérez Art Museum Miami; and Liz Curtis\, president of TDC\, a nonprofit research and consulting firm. We’ll talk about the findings of a new Knight-commissioned study that offers key insights into museums\, symphonies and other arts centers that have aggressively grappled with transformation. \nHosted by Victoria Rogers | VP/Arts at Knight Foundation \nRSVP Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/leveraging-momentum-funding-transformational-change-with-museum-director-franklin-sirmans-and-nonprofit-consultant-liz-curtis/
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SUMMARY:From DEGC: New Grants and Loans and Important Resources
DESCRIPTION:Innovation meets Main Street Grant: Boosting Black Women-Owned Businesses [Apply]\nOf the 26 entrepreneurs selected\, nine founders in each market will also be provided a $10\,000 grant which can be used to help with layoff aversion\, covering operational costs\, pay rent and connect with customers.\n\n\nSeptember Amber Grant for Women [Apply]\nPast grant winners are women who have simply shared from the heart. Our judges are looking for passion as well as business smarts.\n\n\nGoFundMe Small Business Relief Fund [Apply]\nThe GoFundMe.org Small Business Relief Fund will provide micro-grants to qualifying small businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.\n\n\nCommunity Connections Bridging the Gap Response Fund [Learn More]\nThis opportunity is intended to meet short-term needs. The term of grant activities is expected to extend 4 months or less.\n\n\nHoneycomb Crowdfunded Small Business Relief Loan [Get More Info]\nCommunity-sourced loans for small businesses impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19)\n\n\nHello Alice Business Grant — September 25 Deadline [Get More Info]\nHello Alice is offering $10\,000 grants to help small business owners\n\n\nKIVA Detroit 0% Interest Loans [Learn More]\nBorrow Up to $15\,000 at 0% interest. Yes\, 0% interest – no catch.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRecorded SCORE Webinars [Watch]\nDid you miss a SCORE LIVE webinar? They are available to watch on-demand at your convenience.\n\n\nSmall Business Resilience Hub [Watch]\nAccess critical small business resources through SCORE.\n\n\nDetroit’s COVID-19 Small Business PlayBook [Get More Info]\nReview health and workplace recommendations and guidlines in order to develop a COVID Safe Work Plan\n\n\nSmall Business Support Request Form [Learn More]\nDetroit Means Business aims to connect you to the resources that you need to reopen safely and strengthen your business.\n\n\nCOVID-19 Safe Work Guidance [Get More Info]\nFind the resources and guidance your business needs to provide a safe environment for employees and customers.\n\n\nMCR COVID-19 Small Business Legal Clinic [Learn More]\nGain access to important small business legal advice
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/from-degc-new-grants-and-loans-and-important-resources/
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SUMMARY:Apply for a 2020 Creators of Culture Grant
DESCRIPTION:Apply for a 2020 Creators of Culture Grant\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApplications open September 15\, 2020.\n\n\nThe first grantee decisions will be made on September 30\, 2020\, and after that\, we will make funding decisions in the order that we receive applications until all funding has been allocated.\n\n\nYou may submit only one application\, choosing to apply either as an artist or a venue.\nThis year’s Creators of Culture funding will total $150\,000. Grants are expected to range from $3\,000 to $5\,000 each. All awards will be for the same amount.\n\n\nIf you receive a grant\, you will be required to give CultureSource your Social Security Number or Tax Identification Number on a W9 form.\n\nApply for this Grant: https://culturesource.org/creators-of-culture2020/
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/apply-for-a-2020-creators-of-culture-grant/
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SUMMARY:Deadline Sep 18: Enterprise's Section 4 Capacity Building Grants
DESCRIPTION:Section 4 Capacity Building Grants are now available! Enterprise is seeking applications from CHDOs and CDCs for capacity building activities. Proposals will be accepted from eligible organizations operating within the United States\, Puerto Rico\, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Deadline to apply September 18th at 11:59pm \n\nLearn More and Apply Here: https://tinyurl.com/y693h3y9
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/deadline-sep-18-enterprises-section-4-capacity-building-grants/
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SUMMARY:Young Adults: Politics\, Protests and Policing Webinar with University of Chicago’s Cathy J. Cohen
DESCRIPTION:In our current national moment of reckoning\, important social issues are surfacing for young Americans. What are their thoughts on the issues of this moment? What’s driving them to the polls this fall? On Episode 21 of ​“The Future of Democracy\,” we’ll discuss America’s young adults — the ones who will carry our democracy forward — with Cathy J. Cohen\, political science professor at the University of Chicago. She’ll share her insights and research on young adults and their ideas on democracy\, protest\, policing and the 2020 election. \nHosted by Sam Gill | Knight Foundation SVP/Chief Program Officer \nRSVP Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/young-adults-politics-protests-and-policing-webinar-with-university-of-chicagos-cathy-j-cohen/
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SUMMARY:Co.act's Advocacy\, Civic Engagement and Supporting Social Movements as 501(c)3 Organizations Webinar
DESCRIPTION:COVID-19 has caused upheaval in just about every aspect of society and has highlighted the deep social inequities many nonprofits are working to address. As 501©3 organizations\, how can we effectively advocate for those we serve and go deeper in our engagement of social movements that support an anti-racist and equity-centered new way forward?  \nIn this interactive session you will explore several opportunities to advance this critical work that are centered in social justice\, advocacy and civic engagement\, while balancing legal considerations in maintaining our 501©3 status. This session will include time for Q&A.  \nSign Up Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/co-acts-advocacy-civic-engagement-and-supporting-social-movements-as-501c3-organizations-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Deadline October 9\, 5pm: Apply to Become an AmeriCorps State Host Site
DESCRIPTION:Is your organization seeking additional capacity? \nCEDAM is now recruiting for AmeriCorps State host sites to host members starting January 2021! AmeriCorps members can prepare taxes\, facilitate financial education workshops\, connect Michiganders to eviction diversion resources\, and more. \nThe deadline to apply is Friday\, October 9\, 5pm.  \nLearn More and Apply Here
URL:https://detroitcommunitydevelopmentengine.com/bulletin/deadline-october-9-5pm-apply-to-become-an-americorps-state-host-site/
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