In response to recent severe flooding impacting neighborhoods in southwest Detroit, Comerica Bank has announced it will partner with the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) to host a critical community needs drive from March 10 – April 10 at area participating banking centers to collect necessities for those in need.
All items collected will be donated to SDBA for distribution based on need. Comerica and SDBA are asking for critical necessities to be donated, including:
· Food/Water: Non-perishable food, bottled water and sports drinks
· Baby Supplies: Diapers, baby formula, baby food (all stages)
· Personal Care Items: Hygiene products, toiletries, laundry supplies and detergent
· Cleaning Supplies: Cleaning products and tools, paper towels, contractor bags, cleaning gloves
· Household Items: Blankets, space heaters, work gloves
· School Supplies
· Pet Supplies: Canned pet food
On Feb. 17, a 54-inch water main break in southwest Detroit initiated massive flooding of several neighborhoods. Flooding was compounded by freezing conditions that affected approximately 400 homes in the emergency flood zone.
“In a great time of need, we are committed to supporting and uniting our community partners and residents to lend a helping hand,” said Steve Davis, Michigan Market President. “Southwest Detroit Business Associations is a crucial community resource aiding residents affected by the flooding. We invite the community at large to utilize our participating banking centers for central donation centers to further assist those who are vulnerable and suffering during this difficult recovery.”
Six Detroit area banking centers will serve as public donation sites.
Comerica Banking Center Public Donation Sites:
· Dearborn | Michigan-American: 16150 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126
· Detroit | Fort-14th: 2200 W. Fort St., Detroit, MI 48216
· Detroit | Jefferson-Chene: 2631 E. Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48207
· Detroit | Michigan-Central: 7720 Michigan Ave., Detroit, MI 48201
· Melvindale | Melvindale: 18225 Allen Rd. Melvindale, MI 48122
· Taylor | Eureka-Pardee: 14700 Pardee, Taylor, MI 48180
About Comerica Bank
Comerica Bank, a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated, has served Michigan longer than any other bank with a continuous presence dating back over 175 years to its Detroit founding in 1849. It is the largest bank employer in metro Detroit and has more than 4,300 employees (FTE) statewide. With one of the largest banking center networks in Michigan, Comerica nurtures lifelong relationships with
unwavering integrity and financial prudence. Comerica positively impacts the lives of Michigan residents by helping customers be successful, providing financial support that assists hundreds of charitable organizations, and actively participating in Detroit’s downtown revitalization. Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company strategically aligned by three business segments: The Commercial Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth Management. Follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Comerica, X: @ComericaBank and Instagram: @comerica_bank.
Southwest Detroit Business Association Established in 1957, the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) fosters innovation, drive, and commitment. SDBA works with investors, entrepreneurs, customers, and neighbors to capitalize on southwest Detroit’s competitive advantage, while supporting community’s vision for a healthy, vibrant neighborhood. The Association is a coalition of businesses and community interests committed to facilitating the continuation and enhancement of a stable, economically healthy southwest Detroit. SDBA accomplishes this by employing strategies that support existing business and industrial enterprises, enhance the climate for public and private investment and economic growth, and act as a vehicle for cooperative ventures that support economic development in southwest Detroit.