CITY OF DETROIT YOUTH PROGRAM

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Need Assistance?
Every Tuesday, Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency is here to help with water and utility assistance services.
For more information, visit www.waynemetro.org.

Are you 17 – 24 years old and interested in learning about a career in the Building Trades ?

YouthBuild champions young adults who aspire to improve their lives and communities by building the skills and resources to reach their full potential. Through hundreds of YouthBuild programs in the United States and around the globe, these young people pursue their education, prepare for future careers, and grow into community leaders – building brighter futures for themselves, and their neighborhoods.

Detroit at Work YouthBuild is a pre-apprenticeship construction program designed to help obtain nationally recognized credentials, career skills, and get hired for permanent employment.

You'll also rehab Detroit homes that will be sold or rented to low-income or homeless families.

YouthBuild is a family that helps you figure out where your life is headed. We set a realistic plan that represents YOUR ideas, goals, and capacity. 

If you're a resident of Detroit, Highland Park, or Hamtramck, and between the ages of 17-24, YouthBuild can give you access to multiple opportunities including:

• A team that cares about you

• Help getting your GED/High School Completion (if necessary)

• Career Coaching

• Paid training and hands-on experiencies

• Construction and Safety Certifications

• Assistance finding a job, internships & apprenticeships

The program uses the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) apprenticeship readiness curriculum. It is designed to introduce learners to construction trades, to help them pass apprenticeship exams, and to satisfy the skills and behaviors that are required by the unions and contractors. The goal of this standardized, comprehensive  120-hour plus construction course is to get more students into successful careers in Building Trades Registered Apprenticeships and employment 

Additional offerings from the program also include:

• MIOSHA 10 Certificate

• First Aid and CPR Certificate

• OSHA 30

• WorkKeys Preparation

• CNA

• Job shadowing and on-the-job training opportunities

• Career Coaching and financial competencies

• Housing, Transportation, Dependent Care, and more

 Apply to a MiSide youth program:

Click here to apply to a daytime (9 a.m. - 3 p.m.) MiSide youth program.

Click here to apply to an evening (4 p.m. - 7 p.m.) MiSide youth program

Apply to a SER Metro-Detroit youth program:

Click here to apply to a SER Metro youth program.

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1221 Seven Mile East

Multiple dates

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Join Forgotten Harvest for an after school meal. Must be under 18.

Join us two days a week for an after school meal! Sponsored by Forgotten Harvest, we will provide after school meals on Mondays and Wednesdays (excluding holidays) to readers under the age of 18, from Oct 20 through June 20.

Category: Food & Drink, Food

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• In person

Location: 2706 Charlevoix St

Multiple dates:

Mon-Thurs from 4:00pm-6:00pm

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Get ready for Free Diapers event where parents can pick up a pack of diapers for their little ones, no strings attached!

Free Diapers Event

Come join us for our Free Diapers event! We understand how expensive diapers can be, so we're here to help. Swing by 2706 Charlevoix St and pick up some free diapers for your little one. No strings attached, just our way of giving back to the community. We'll have a variety of sizes available, so come early to get the best selection. Don't miss out on this opportunity to stock up on essentials for your baby. See you there!

Please fill out the link below

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3G4lTZMQgiiEjqomj7bZRNMxJXcrjET18Odmw0G3_uDJTaA/viewform?usp=header

Radisson Hotel Southfield-Detroit

Dec 17 from 11am to 6:30pm EST

Overview

Looking to elevate your career or find exceptional talent? The Michigan Veterans Job Fairs Information call 248-237-3600

Michigan Veterans Job Fair Detroit Career Fair 2025

The Michigan Veterans Job Fair Detroit Career Fair 2025 is your gateway to new career opportunities across various industries.

Job Seekers

Ready to Start Your Next Chapter?
Meet top employers hiring for a variety of roles across industries! This free event welcomes:

• Military Veterans

• Skilled Workers

• College Students & Graduates

• Union Workers

• Retired Career Changers

• Entry-Level Talent

We’re here to support everyone ready for a new career. Register today on Eventbrite and take the first step toward your dream job!

Employers

Find Your Next Great Hire!
The Michigan Veterans Career Expo connects you with qualified candidates ready to make an impact.

• Post your job openings for free using promo code FREE2025

• Call us at 248-237-3600 to get the link to post your jobs

• Streamline your hiring process and meet candidates who are ready for their next opportunity

For more information, contact Pamela, our Employer Coordinator, at 248-237-3600 ext. email employers@hiredinmichigan.org

Don’t Miss This Opportunity!

Whether you’re a job seeker looking to connect with top employers or a company searching for outstanding talent, the Michigan Veterans Career Expo is the right place for you.

📌 Register now on Eventbrite and let’s create opportunities together!

Brought to you by Hired In Michigan, a certified disability-owned business and nonprofit organization, dedicated to helping Michigan thrive.

How to Participate:

Job Seekers: Register for FREE and bring multiple copies of your resume online.

Employers: Sign with our staff to secure your booth and showcase your company to hundreds of candidates email employers@hiredinmichigan.com or call 248-237-3600

Tickets:

• Job Seekers: FREE (Pre-registration required)

• Employers: Exhibitor registration available (Contact us for details at 248-237-3600)

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect and grow your career or business!

Register now to secure your spot.

• Detroit Job Fair 2025

• Michigan Veterans Employment Opportunities

• Metro Detroit Hiring Events

• Veterans Career Fair Michigan

• Skilled Trades Jobs Detroit

• Healthcare Careers Michigan

• IT and Cybersecurity Jobs Detroit

• Manufacturing Jobs Michigan

• Transportation and Logistics Careers

• Sales and Marketing Positions Detroit

Rx Kids offers $1,500 to moms during pregnancy and $500 per month for six to twelve months after birth, aiming to reduce poverty and improve early childhood health. Wayne County Executive Warren C. Evans said the initiative comes at a critical time, as other federal programs like SNAP and WIC face reductions.

Rx Kids, originally launched in Flint, is now expanding to other Michigan counties including Oakland County with support from state and local partners.

To learn more & apply: rxkids.org

Location
10111 Fieldcrest Drive, Brighton, MI 48116

Hours:

Monday 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Tues., Wed., Thur 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Friday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Will open early or stay open later if the need arises.

We are an emergency food pantry. We want to fill the gap between when you need food and when you are “approved” by the bigger pantries in the area.

A lot of pantries want to evaluate your situation first before they help. We want to fill the void between. Anyone can come in and let us know they need food and our pantry is open to them.

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SENIORS: Enhance your tech skills for free with our senior tech class at the University of Detroit Mercy – it’s never too late to learn!

FREE Senior Tech Class Winter Program at the University of Detroit Mercy

Detroit, MI — The Senior Tech Class is a free eight-week program aimed at teaching older adults essential digital skills. It begins on October 18 at the University of Detroit Mercy, running every Saturday from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Room 138 of the Commerce and Finance Building. The program concludes with a graduation luncheon on December 13 at the Northwest Activities Center.

This winter term covers vital online safety topics, including:

• Avoiding Phishing Scams and Online Fraud

• Recognizing and Preventing Viruses and Malware

• Best Practices for Mobile Banking and Online Shopping (with a guest speaker from PNC Bank)

• Setting Strong Passcodes and Using Facial Recognition

• The Dangers of Clicking Unknown Links or Opening Suspicious Emails

Instructor Clayton Cortez encourages all seniors to join, emphasizing a supportive learning environment. Family members and caregivers are welcome to attend select sessions as well.

Help us spread the word to empower seniors with crucial digital skills. For more information, call (313) 777-4715 or visit www.SeniorTechClass.com.

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See what services fit your needs!

Programs - Wayne Metro Community Action Agency

1. Lakeshore legal Aid A non-profit law firm providing a range of free civil legal services to low income people and seniors in the community. Can assist with eviction protection, income tax, states and guardianships, expungements/removals on records, etc. Address: 2727 2nd Avenue, Suite 301 Detroit, MI 48201 Phone: (313) 263-0124 Toll Free: (888) 783-8190 Website: https://lakeshorelegalaid.org

2. The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW) is a nonprofit that offers energy and utility assistance to Michigan households. THAW works in partnership with agencies across the state of Michigan to distribute utility assistance. THAW programs are open to income-eligible Michigan residents. Check out the their webpage “Community Resources” to learn more about the partnerships and assistance provided by THAW. Website: https://thawfund.org/resources/ Main Phone Number: (313) 226-9465 Office Address: The Heat and Warmth Fund, 535 Griswold Street, Suite 200 Detroit, MI 48226

3. Michigan Legal Aid has tools and information to help you understand and manage your legal problems and provides a guide to legal help to find the best resources and referrals for your legal problem. Provides housing support specifically for: Eviction, Subsidized Housing (including vouchers and public housing), Home Ownership, Tenant’s Rights, and Foreclosure. General Website: https://michiganlegalhelp.org/ Housing Resources Website: https://michiganlegalhelp.org/resources/housing

4. State Emergency Relief (SER) for Housing: Provides housing assistance which may include money for rent, rent arrearage, security deposits, utility security deposits and moving expenses for individuals and families How to Apply: To apply for SER, submit an application to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). The application process takes around 10 days to complete. One way to apply is online through the MDHHS website, MI Bridges. However, if you need immediate help you can also apply in person at your local MDHHS office. Your local MDHHS office will give you an application form, but it may be easier to print an application form and fill it out completely before going to MDHHS. Explain your emergency to your MDHHS specialist. The MDHHS specialist is the only person who can determine whether you are eligible for SER. Email: mdhhsweb@michigan.gov Website: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov

5. City of Detroit Allows you to file complaints about rental properties, dangerous buildings, or other complaints regarding building safety or property maintenance. Form: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/efa41296fdc646dcadc3cbca2d6fd6ac Website: https://detroitmi.gov/departments/detroit-health-department/programs-and services/environmental-health-and-safety/file-complaint

6. Detroit Housing Network (DHN) supports homeowners, homebuyers, and renters by providing resources for one-on-one housing counseling and group educational workshops. For homeowners Detroit Housing Network may refer you to home repair and maintenance services, property tax assistance, and utility and energy assistance. Eligibility: In order to access Detroit Housing Network's services you will need to complete one of their intake forms. More information about their intake forms can be found here: https://detroithousingnetwork.org/services/homeowner/ Phone Number Helpline: (866)-313-2520 Website: https://detroithousingnetwork.org

The Metropolitan Detroit Diaper Bank Free Drive up Diaper Distribution Every 4th Wednesday 19321 W. Chicago for more info

313-443-5146

The Neighborhood Beautification Program (NBP) provides grants to Detroit-based block clubs, neighborhood associations, nonprofit organizations, and faith-based organizations to carry out a project on up to four vacant lots in their community. Funded with $4.75 million from the Neighborhood Improvement Fund and the American Rescue Plan Act, the NBP offers grants of $500 to $15,000 for community gardens, public space improvements, and clean-up activities. 

The original grant fund was established by Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield in 2022 as part of the development deal for the Detroit Pistons' new headquarters and training facility in District 5.  To learn more about the 2022 announcement of the program, go to detroitmi.gov/news.

This grant is managed in partnership with the Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency.
 

Eligibility 
To be eligible for funding, applicants must:

• Be a City-registered block club or neighborhood association. Nonprofit organizations and faith-based organizations can partner with a block club or neighborhood association and must submit a partnership letter.

• Be an LLC or 501(c)(3) legal entity, or have a 501(c)(3) fiduciary partner. 

• Provide proof of ownership of the lots to be improved in the name of the applicant organization. Only parcels zoned R1, R2, or R3 are eligible for funding, and deeds in the names of individuals will not be accepted.

Please note that while organizations can only submit one application per round, City-registered block clubs or neighborhood associations can apply for their own projects and sponsor a nonprofit or faith-based organization’s project simultaneously. 

For more information on applicant eligibility, please view the grant guidelines on the Wayne Metro website.

Neighborhood Beautification Program | City of Detroit

Always FREE!

• Museum of Natural History at the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor): open daily

• Farmington Hills Nature Center (Farmington Hills): open daily

• Belle Isle Aquarium (Detroit): Free admission with State Park Pass (available through MAP)

• Belle Isle Nature Center (Detroit): Free admission with State Park Pass (available through MAP)

• Detroit Institute of Arts (Detroit): Free admission for residents of Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties

• Sloan Museum of Discovery (Flint): Free admission for residents of Genesee County residents

FREE Holiday Light Shows + Events

• Tunnel of Lights @ Blossom Heath Pier (St. Clair Shores) 

• Night of Lights @ Greenmead Historical Park (Livonia)

• Holidays In Heritage Park (Canton)

• Innovation Hills Holiday Lights (Rochester Hills)

• Wanderlights @ Peace Park (Dearborn)

EVENTS

WinterFest at Palmer Park celebrates Holidays & Diversity 
Sunday, December 14, 2025 | 1-4 pm

Cookies & Cocoa, Carriage Rides, Santa and more!
People for Palmer Park (PFPP) celebrates Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas and the Winter Season at its free family-friendly WinterFest on Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 1-4 pm in and around the historic Palmer Log Cabin.

Bundle up and share the holiday spirit in beautiful Palmer Park!
Outside, enjoy horse and carriage rides. Warm up by the firepits and with freshly baked cookies and piping hot cocoa.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will welcome you in the Cabin, which will be festively decorated with holiday spirit and aglow with beautiful period-similar chandeliers, restored woodwork and Victorian pocket doors, shimmering stained glass windows and some treasured surprises. Some highlights include:

• Make a wish and only tell Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will make a special guest appearance for the children!

• Celebrate Kwanzaa, the lighting of the Kinara, and its seven days, principles and symbols from Rev Guice and members of Detroit Unity Temple

• Learn about the history and celebration of Hanukkah: play dreidel, enjoy special cookies and Hanukkah gelt (chocolate coins), and learn about the eight nights’ of lighting the Menorah.

• Enjoy holiday decorations, tree and some vintage surprises throughout the cabin. The Cabin will be aglow with imagination and joyfulness!

Learn more about the history of the Palmer Park and the Log Cabin
Since 2011, People for Palmer Park, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has been presenting free community celebrations to engage and connect neighbors and park users to encourage healthy living, love of nature and the environment, and to develop friendships and grow bonds between people of diverse backgrounds, ages, races, ethnicities, abilities, and identities. As a regional park, we strive to find harmony between urban and suburban visitors, and encourage volunteerism and participation to improve the park and quality of life for all. PFPP is the Adopt-a-Park partner with the City of Detroit. Thank you to: City of Detroit, Detroit Parks Coalition and others.


LOCATION: WinterFest will take place in Palmer Park, in and around the Log Cabin which is located just north of McNichols (Six Mile Road) and just west of Woodward Ave. in Detroit. 

Radisson Hotel Southfield-Detroit

Dec 17 from 9am to 3pm EST

Overview

Detroit, Oakland County, Macomb County, Wayne County Job Fair Events For 2025

Michigan Skilled Careers Job Fair

The Michigan Skilled Careers Job Fair connects job seekers with high-demand employers hiring across skilled trades, technical careers, manufacturing, logistics, construction, automotive, healthcare support, IT support, and more. This statewide hiring event brings together Michigan companies offering full-time, part-time, apprenticeship, and on-the-job training opportunities for individuals ready to build strong, long-term careers.

Whether you're experienced, newly certified, switching careers, or exploring technical training programs, this event provides direct access to hiring managers, apprenticeship coordinators, skilled trades recruiters, and industry partners.

What Job Seekers Can Expect

• Immediate interviews with Michigan employers

• Entry-level to highly skilled positions

• Apprenticeships and certification-friendly roles

• Skilled trades pathways (HVAC, electrical, welding, machining, CDL, maintenance, construction)

• Technical and industrial careers

• Manufacturing and production hiring

• Hands-on career information booths

• Resume assistance and workforce training resources

Why This Event Matters

Michigan’s skilled workforce demand continues to grow, and employers are actively hiring talent to fill essential roles that support statewide economic growth. The Michigan Skilled Careers Job Fair provides an accessible, face-to-face hiring experience that shortens the job search process and helps job seekers secure sustainable employment faster.

Who Should Attend

• Skilled trade professionals

• Individuals with certifications or technical training

• Career changers exploring trade or industrial careers

• Job seekers seeking on-the-job training or apprenticeships

• High school graduates and CTE students

• Veterans and returning citizens building a new career path

• Anyone motivated to work in hands-on, high-demand Michigan industries

What to Bring

• Multiple copies of your resume

• Professional attire

• Valid ID

• Certifications or training documents (optional)

How to Participate:

Job Seekers: Register for FREE and bring multiple copies of your resume online.

Employers: Sign with our staff to secure your booth and showcase your company to hundreds of candidates email employers@hiredinmichigan.com or call 248-237-3600

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to connect and grow your career or business!

Register now to secure your spot.