Stories
Empowering Entrepreneurs: Building a Thriving Future for Michigan
Entrepreneurship is the backbone of a thriving economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering sustainable growth. Supporting and nurturing this ecosystem is essential to maximizing Michigan's potential and prosperity. The Song Foundation sponsored a panel...
Championing Truth and Justice: The Impact of ProPublica’s Investigative Journalism
Freedom of speech and expression is the first, and perhaps the most consequential, constitutional right guaranteed to American citizens. This principle is extended to the press, providing them the protection to investigate, report news, and share opinions, especially...
Detroit College Access Network: Paving the Way for Detroit’s Future Leaders
Detroit College Access Network (DCAN) stands as a source of hope and opportunity for Detroit's students. Established ten years ago in response to low FAFSA completion rates, DCAN's mission is to ensure that all students, particularly Black and Brown students, can see...
Detroit Area Youth Uniting Michigan: How Our Young Change-makers Are Shaping the Future
As young people become involved in their community and society at large, how do we balance existing systems and expectations while embracing younger voices? How do we ensure that the next generation is prepared to impact the world around them? Organizations like...
YouthTank Detroit: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs to Succeed in the City’s Thriving Mobility Ecosystem
Detroit is a growing entrepreneurial ecosystem uniquely positioned to become a development and innovation hub. Among those leading the charge are the city’s ambitious youth, eager to turn their ideas into business opportunities. High school students especially are...
Outlier Media: Documenting the Documenters
"Documenting the Documenters" is a compelling story brought to life by Outlier Media in collaboration with 7Cylinders, shedding light on the profound impact of documenters within the community. In the heart of Detroit, Outlier...
Johnnie Turnage: A Visionary Tech Founder on a Mission to Empower Black Tech Entrepreneurs through Black Tech Saturdays
Johnnie Turnage is a true visionary tech founder who is taking his own experience navigating the inequitable tech industry and working to shift power toward Black tech founders. Turnage expressed that although there are numerous…
Empowering Communities: Inside the Detroit Justice Center’s Mission for Change
Detroit Justice Center (DJC) is more than just a law firm; it is a beacon of hope for the marginalized communities in Detroit. With its unwavering commitment to fighting for racial justice and promoting economic opportunity, DJC has worked tirelessly to create a more...
Empowering Students: The Impact of Student Advocacy’s Statewide Helpline Program
Education sets the foundation for a child’s future and helps them develop into well-informed individuals. However, not all students have access to quality public education–an obstacle the Student Advocacy Center of Michigan is working to overcome. As one of the few...
Revolutionizing the Sewing Industry: Inside ISAIC’s Innovative Approach
The Industrial Sewing and Innovation Center (ISAIC) is a non-profit that serves as a training institute and a usage case facility for piloting innovation. ISAIC supports the return of domestic manufacturing in an ethical, sustainable, and profitable way. In addition,...