2024 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebrations abound

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day occurs on Monday January 15, 2024, and the metro Detroit area is bustling with various events and activities to commemorate the late Civil Rights leader. As many know, Martin Luther King Jr. was a prominent

‘Year Up’, Bank of America partner for Detroit’s youth

Traditionally, many high school graduates thought they needed a college degree to maximize their job prospects. But today, this reality is shifting, thanks to organizations like Year Up, a tuition-free national job-training program launched in Detroit at the beginning of

A guide for all renters, like entrepreneur Christen Rochon

Imagine waking up from a dream and wondering, ” Where will my very first owned home be located?” As you contemplate this, the next question that crosses your mind is, “Who will assist me in realizing my dream of homeownership?”

Marla Gibbs honored with ‘Legend Award’ at 5th AAFCA

Veteran actress, classic television legend and 5x Emmy nominee Marla Gibbs stands as a testament to resilience, talent, and the enduring power of breaking barriers in Hollywood. At 92 years young, she was recently celebrated at the 5th annual AAFCA

How the Rocket Community Fund helps Americans build wealth

Homeownership is central to the American dream because it provides a strong foundation for families to build stable lives and create sustainable wealth. However, putting the down payment together to get that house can be more like a nightmare. As

‘Thirty and Thriving Together’ celebrates 30 years of philanthropy for MEDF

The Minerva Education and Diversity Foundation (MEDF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing scholarships and grants to college and high school students, as well as grants to nonprofit organizations supporting Detroit residents, students, and families. For 30 years, MEDF has been committed to fostering diversity, education, and community development in Detroit. For more information, visit medf.net/

Ayrielle Sanders shares her journey of empowerment in information technology

Ayrielle Sanders professional career took an unexpected turn from her initial aspirations in therapy and broadcasting to become a senior information technology business analyst at Focus Brands, LLC. Her pivot towards IT, sparked by a captivating classroom encounter, unveiled a world of endless possibilities within the IT domain.