For 25 years, CDAD has been the catalyst of positive change, architects of equity, and champions of a thriving Detroit. It is through our collective voice, shared vision, and unwavering dedication that we are shaping a brighter future for every resident, every neighborhood, and every generation. Join us on this transformative journey as we build a stronger, more inclusive Detroit together!
A CDO (Community Development Organization) working in Detroit is an
organization with these characteristics:
1. A place based non-profit, tax-exempt organization formed through local
leadership;
2. Dedicated to a specific target area that is publicly known and not citywide;
3. Governed primarily by the constituents served by the CDO;
4. Engaged in certain baseline activities (either directly or through
collaboration and facilitation with other local organizations):
A. Community Organizing and Engagement,
B. Land Use, Community or Economic Development Planning,
C. Partnering/Facilitating, and
D. Physical Development in some form, for example:
Other Neighborhood Improvement Organizations that support and/or partner with CDO's to improve the quality of life for residents and neighborhoods in the City of Detroit that do not meet the qualifications of a CDO. For example:
Neighborhood-based organizations in Detroit. They are not formal 501c3 nonprofits, are volunteer driven, and have little or no-funding or paid staff. The following types of organizations qualify:
Partners who are involved in and committed to the goals of community-based
development; entities that either share our vision or partner with our Members. For
example:
Partners who are involved in and committed to the goals of community-based
development; entities that either share our vision or partner with our Members. For
example: