Investing in Change, Creating a Legacy
The Detroit Regional Chamber and General Motors have unveiled the sixth cohort of recipients for the NeighborHUB grant program. Announced at the Detroit Regional Chamber’s Detroit Policy Conference January 11, the program will provide a total of $600,000 in grants and additional consulting and support services to 10 nonprofits and 20 small businesses in Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park.
Catalyzing Positive Change: The NeighborHUB Impact
With the announcement of the 2024 cohort, the NeighborHUB program has now supported 94 organizations, providing nearly $2.3 million in cash funding and consulting services. Recipients are chosen from their proposals to create and enhance neighborhood spaces through collaboration, emphasizing the transformative power of community-driven initiatives.
The NeighborHUB program, an annual collaboration between the Chamber and GM, stands as a testament to the power of residents and entrepreneurs to shape their neighborhoods through physical presence and innovative programming. The competitive selection process involved an advisory committee comprising Chamber and GM staff, past grantees, nonprofit founders, executives, and small business resource providers.
Devon O’Reilly, the Chamber’s Senior Director of Community Engagement and Leadership Development, expressed pride in the collaboration with General Motors, emphasizing the program’s goal of empowering residents, small businesses, and nonprofits to instigate positive change in their neighborhoods through accessible grant funding.
O’Reilly stated, “The 2024 class continues the tradition of having diverse representatives and projects that properly represent neighborhoods throughout Detroit and surrounding areas communities. This commitment to diversity ensures that the initiatives funded are reflective of the rich tapestry of the region.
Genna Young, Senior Manager of News Relations at GM, echoed the sentiment, stating, “For the past six years, the NeighborHUB program has inspired local nonprofits and small businesses to think big and enact change in their communities.” She expressed excitement about supporting and celebrating the sixth cohort of community leaders and entrepreneurs, anticipating another year of remarkable progress in neighborhoods.
Building Strong Foundations for Neighborhoods
The NeighborHUB program extends beyond financial aid, aiming to create activity and funding in neighborhoods beyond Downtown Detroit. Recognizing small businesses and nonprofits as essential foundations for neighborhoods, the program supports them, particularly in traditionally underinvested small business corridors.
In addition to grant funding, Michigan Community Resources and BUILD Institute will offer workshops, classes, and mentorship to grantees. The 2024 cohort boasts nearly 78% minority-owned or led entities, with 71% being women-owned or led, underlining the program’s commitment to inclusivity and recognizing the vital role of entrepreneurs in community revitalization.
Selected Organizations
Nonprofits
360 Detroit, Inc.
Atlantic Impact
Black Legacy Advancement Coalition
Detroit Horse Power
Detroit Phoenix Center
Detroit Zen Center
Mexicantown CDC
Nurturing Our Seeds
Teachers Supporting Teachers Everywhere
We Are Culture
Small Businesses
Audio Engineers of Detroit
Bouncing Around the Motor City
Brooks Management Group
Crummy’s Cake Supply & Studio
Detroit Rosa
Goodness Gracious Inc.
Happy Bounce
Ice Cream Detroit
IVY Kitchen + Cocktails
Just for Kidz II
Little Stinkers Childcare
No Fear Café
Plum Health Direct Primary Care
Puente Cultural Integration, LLC
Sanctuary Farms
Sandy’s Land LLC
The Detroit Pizza Bar
The Squeeze Station
The W Buchanan Group
Welcome Home Yoga & Wellness
The 2024 cohort is set to embark on a transformative journey, empowered by the support of the Detroit Regional Chamber and General Motors. To learn more about the inspiring winners and their projects, visit Detroit Regional Chamber’s NeighborHUB page. Together, these grants are not just monetary contributions; they are catalysts for positive change, driving the resurgence of neighborhoods and communities in Southeast Michigan.