STATUS: Open; availability and eligibility vary by program.

SERVICE AREA: Central Detroit, with programs and services primarily focused on the surrounding neighborhood.

CLIENTS SERVED: Detroit homeowners, youth, low-income individuals and families, and people seeking employment or financial/housing assistance.

DESCRIPTION: Central Detroit Christian Community Development Corporation (CDC) is a faith-based nonprofit focused on educating, employing, and empowering Detroit residents.

SERVICES & PROGRAMS:

• Housing Counseling & Education: Provides financial counseling, homebuyer education, home preservation education, and other housing-related resources.
• Home Repair Assistance: Assists low-income Detroit residents with home repairs and housing rehabilitation. CDC also serves as an intake center for Detroit’s 0% Home Repair Loan program, helping eligible homeowners complete the application process.
• Affordable Housing: Develops, rehabilitates, and manages affordable housing for Detroit residents.
• Employment & Workforce Development: Offers adult and youth employment-readiness programs and helps develop job skills and employment opportunities.
• Youth & Education Programs: Provides educational and enrichment programs, including after-school programming for 1st–5th graders.
• Community Support: Provides outreach and assistance to residents through community programs and partnerships. Its website also notes that donations have supported food, holiday, back-to-school, and other community assistance.

HOW TO APPLY: Contact CDC at 313-873-0064 to ask about current programs and eligibility.