detroit urban farms

Even with cash in hand, Detroit’s Black farmers struggle to purchase land

In its second year, the Detroit Farmer Land Fund has raised over $100,000 to support around 40 farmers in their…

3 years ago

With Detour DoGooders service socials, we’re making Detroit better, together

Detour Detroit is all about community -- which is why I am so thrilled to announce the launch of our…

3 years ago

What to do this week: WomxnHouse and more art, Greg Mudge memorial, Chicano Fest and canal date night

Here are the top events and things to do in Detroit this week.

3 years ago

Bags to Butterflies provides a second chance for formerly incarcerated women

Michelle Smart founded Bags to Butterflies, an artisan handbag social enterprise in Detroit, to offer women “a job that understands.”

3 years ago

What to do in Detroit right now: Help Hurricane Ida victims, Sofa Stories, zoo run and more

Explore farmers markets, volunteer, and eat and dance your way through the week.

3 years ago

Getting the lead out of Detroit’s soil

These Detroit groups are working to reduce child lead exposure from contaminated soil.

3 years ago

Can Detroit’s urban farms play a role in stemming the floods?

Detroit's recent floods damaged growers' crops and livelihoods -- but urban agriculture may also be part of the solution.

3 years ago

Amidst Brightmoor’s vacant lots, these young Detroit farmers are growing crops — and battling food insecurity

The Youth Grow Brightmoor program, founded in 2014 by Brightmoor residents Bill and Billie Hickey, teaches neighborhood youth to grow,…

5 years ago