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#SouthwestDetroit tells a story that’s both uniquely its own and deeply woven into the fabric of our city. From its roots as a Native American settlement to its vibrant present, this community has long been a symbol of growth, industrial strength, and cultural pride. Today, Southwest Detroit is thriving with initiatives like the Southwest Greenway, the redevelopment of Clark Park, and exciting projects like La Joya Gardens opening in 2025. From bustling local businesses like Medicina Scarlett and Spectacle Society to unique spaces like Candela Detroit, there’s a palpable energy driving progress forward. Click the link below to read more. #southwestdetroit #detroitgrowth #communitypride #detroitbusiness #culturalvibrancy #detroithistory #supportlocaldetroit #detroitchangemakers #detroitneighborhoods #detroit #detroitisit

Today is #GivingTuesday, a day to come together and support organizations making a difference across Detroit and Metro Detroit. Whether through donating, volunteering, or simply sharing their mission, every action counts in strengthening our community. Here are a few non-profits to consider supporting: 🌟 Jarc Detroit: Helping adults with developmental disabilities thrive through recreational therapy, holiday meals, and personalized volunteer projects. 📚 Brilliant Cities: Empowering Detroit’s kids and families with literacy programs and tools for success. 🤝 SHARE Detroit: Amplifying the impact of local non-profits with matching donations and resources to spread their mission. 🍎 Forgotten Harvest: Fighting hunger by redistributing surplus food to communities in need across Metro Detroit. Learn more about these organizations: https://bit.ly/418kLzT Let’s spread the love and make a lasting impact this Giving Tuesday. What non-profit are you supporting today? Tag them in the comments and help spread the word! #giving #detroitgivesback #supportlocal #metrodetroit #communityimpact #detroitnonprofits #spreadkindness #detroitcharities #givingback #detroitcommunity #detroit #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit

Happy Thanksgiving, Detroit! Whether you’re gathering with loved ones, giving back, or taking time to reflect, we hope your day is filled with warmth, connection, and gratitude. As Tony Geara, deputy chief of mobility innovation for the City of Detroit, shares: "I’m grateful for Detroit’s resilient spirit, its creativity in overcoming adversity, and its dynamic, innovative culture. Our communities are uniquely driven to reinvent and uplift the city, creating a place where true innovation and community impact thrive." Last week, we spoke with inspiring #Detroiters like Johnnie Turnage, co-founder of Black Tech Saturdays, Jeffrey J. Anderson, Executive VP and COO of Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History; and Scott Hocking, artist and sculptor. They shared what they’re thankful for about our great city. Read their reflections here: https://bit.ly/4g1Pd2C What, or who, are you grateful for this year? Tag them in the comments below and spread the love today! #happythanksgiving #detroitgratitude #thankfulindetroit #communityspirit #grateful #thanksgiving #holidayseason #holidays #reflection #resiliency #detroitparade #thanksgivingparade #detroitcommunity #detroit #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit

As 2024 ends, we’re celebrating the stories that shaped Detroit this year: 🏙️ Neighborhoods like Brush Park and East Village thrived, and Michigan Central Station reopened as a beacon of progress. 🎨 Projects like The Shepherd and exhibits like “Stories of Us” in Capitol Park showcased Detroit’s creativity. 🏈 The Detroit Lions made history, the Detroit Tigers returned to the playoffs, and the NFL Draft broke records. 💡 Institutions like College for Creative Studies and University of Detroit Mercy led in education, while BasBlue and Black Leaders Detroit empowered entrepreneurs. As Ivana Kalafatic, founder of Detroitisit says, “Detroit is a hard-working, resilient, brilliant place to call home. Together, we’re writing the next chapter of this city’s story.” #detroit2024 #detroitisit #detroitgrowth #motownspirit #detroitrising #basblue #blackleadersdetroit #uofd #ccs #collegeforcreativestudies #reflection #detroitstrong #detroitmade #detroitpride #downtowndetroit #detroitcommunity #detroitculture #community #growth #thankful #grateful #detroit #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit

The Giving Machine has arrived in downtown Detroit, offering a unique way to support those in need this holiday season. Located at Campus Martius Park, this "reverse vending machine" allows you to purchase items for local charities with a simple swipe or tap of your credit card. Since its inception in 2017, The Giving Machine has raised over $32 million, benefiting both international non-profits and local charities. In Detroit, the machine supports organizations such as JFS Ann Arbor, Zaman International, and Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan (CCSEM). The Giving Machine will be available in downtown Detroit until December 8, after which it will move to Grand Rapids through the New Year. #thegivingmachine #detroitgivesback #holidaygiving #campusmartius #supportlocalcharities #detroitcommunity #holidaykindness #givebackseason #detroitcares #spreadjoy

We rounded up a heartwarming #TheITList of charities and other non-profits in Metro Detroit to be prepared for #GivingTuesday in Detroit – including JARC, Brilliant Cities, SHARE Detroit, Forgotten Harvest, and Eastern Market Partnership's upcoming turkey drive. #giving #giveback #charity #nonprofit #metrodetroit #forgottenharvest #sharedetroit #jarc #brilliantcities #easternmarket #turkey #fooddrive #detroitcommunity #community #detroit #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit

Did you know there’s a seven-acre oasis right in Rouge Park changing the way Detroiters grow and access food? Meet the Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network. Since 2006, DBCFSN has been addressing food insecurity with a mission rooted in education, advocacy, and the vibrant D-Town Farm. At D-Town Farm, they grow over 30 types of fruits and veggies. And it’s not just about food – it’s about sustainability, too! From solar-powered energy systems and rainwater collection to large-scale composting and buzzing beehives, they’re working towards building a thriving ecosystem. 🐝 DBCFSN host hands-on workshops and programs that teach Detroiters how to grow their own food and live healthier. Plus, they’ve been driving big changes in local food policy, including helping establish Detroit’s food security policy back in 2006. PC: D-Town Farms #dbcfsn #dtownfarm #detroitgardens #sustainability #detroitcommunity #rougepark #detroiters #detroitBlackcommunity #foodsecurity #Blackcommunity #foodinsecurity #sustainability #composting #detroit #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit

This Thanksgiving, we’re celebrating the resilience and passion that make Detroit shine. We spoke with four changemakers about what they’re most thankful for: • Johnnie Turnage (co-founder, Black Tech Saturdays) values Detroit’s spirit of community and innovation. • Jeffrey J. Anderson (COO, Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History) highlights the city’s rich diversity. • Scott Hocking (installation artist and photographer) appreciates Detroit’s mix of nostalgia and progress. • Tony G. Geara, P.E., PTOE (طوني جعارة) (deputy chief of mobility innovation, Office of Mobility Innovation at The City of Detroit) is grateful for Detroit’s drive to embrace sustainable solutions. Their reflections remind us of Detroit’s unique character and its bright future. #thankfulindetroit #detroitchangemakers #detroitprogress #motownspirit #thanksgiving #thankful #grateful #resilience #growth #detroitcommunity #detroit #enjoydetroit #detroitmade #detroitpride #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit

“Forgotten” and “abandoned” are words that have been physically transformative with months & years of strategic planning for the future of the Detroit development sene. We rounded up a good-looking list of the best Detroit buildings open as well as newly reopened – including Hudson's Detroit, Book Tower, Love Building, Michigan Central and Detroit People's Food Co-op. Click the link below to read more. #detroitarchitecture #historicrestoration #detroitlandmarks #booktower #michigancentralstation #theshepherddetroit #detroitdevelopment #revitalizeddetroit #exploredetroit #detroithistory

🎉 Big Congrats to Willis Show Bar for being been 👑 crowned “Best Entertainment” in Season One of the Detroitisit Food Awards! For the second year, Detroitisit celebrates Detroit’s unique food and entertainment scene. Sean Patrick, creative director of Willis Show Bar, shares his thoughts: “From the very beginning, Willis Show Bar was meant to be a reflection on the past with an eye on the future of this great city.” Nestled in the Historic Cass Corridor, Willis Show Bar combines classic cocktails with unforgettable live entertainment. Revived in its original 1949 Art Moderne style, the bar’s main stage sits uniquely behind the bar, bringing audiences up close to live music, DJs, cabaret shows, and comedy. Want to see Sean’s picks for Detroit’s best food spots? Check out his local favorites here: https://bit.ly/3Ai2ipC #detroitfoodscene #detroitfoodawards #diifoodawards #foodawards #detroitfoodie #food #foodie #foodlover #willisshowbar #bestentertainment #detroitentertainment #detroitmusic #midtowndetroit #detroiteats #iconicdestinations #detroitviews #discount #downtowndetroit #midtown #detroitcommunity #enjoydetroit #detroit #detroitisit #becausedetroitisit