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View Message To The CommunityI am proud of the contribution that Black Family Development, Inc. (BFDI) has made to the success of the Metropolitan Detroit Community. Our programs and services continue to meet the ever changing needs of children, families and the community. ~Alice G. Thompson, CEO
Black Family Development, Inc.’s CEO, Alice G. Thompson, congratulates Chantell Phillips, a recipient of the "2018 Dr. Gerald K. Smith Scholarship Award". Chantell graduated from Detroit School of Arts in June 2019, and will be attending Oakland University in the Fall of 2019.
Black Family Development, Inc. is proud to announce that Kevin Bryant will assume the role of My Brother’s Keeper Detroit Coordinator. In this role, Kevin will coordinate the work between The Obama Foundation and the four Detroit Partners: Black Family Development, Detroit Crime Commission, Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation and Ceasefire Detroit/Detroit Youth Violence Prevention Initiative.
BFDI is making an impact in the community by improving the quality of life in neighborhoods and throughout the city of Detroit.
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BFDI Awarded My Brother's Keeper Grant from Obama Foundation
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My Brother's Keeper Summary Sheet
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2018 Mayors' Task Force Community Leadership Breakfast
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Restorative Practices Black Family Developments Restorative Practices program is a community-based initiative to implement restorative practices throughout the city of Detroit. learn more.
Our Position
BFDI is uniquely positioned to advance our work on improving outcomes for children, families and the community. We offer a continuum of programs and services that are designed to support our consumers desires and needs.
Our Commitment
We are committed to engaging the total community. We are committed to working in partnerships with others to provide the best outcomes within our neighborhoods.
Our Work
In addition to our continuum of services, our work fortifies youth and their families with the essential historical and cultural information necessary for building a strong sense of self-confidence.
Restorative Practices Making An Impact
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2018 Annual Report
40th Anniversary Souvenir Booklet
My Brother's Keeper Grant Awarded
2019 Annual Presidents' Dinner
Business Hours
Our hours of operation:24/7 Availability
Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm
Weekends: Community Meetings
Our Offices
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Administrative Office
2995 E. Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48202
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Samaritan Center
5555 Conner Ave. Ste 1038
Detroit, MI 48213
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In School Colaborative Partners
Osborn High School
Brenda Scott Academy
Hope Academy
Ralph J. Bunche Academy
Ecorse High School
Grandport Elementary Academy
Henry Ford Academy: School of Creative Studies
Henry Ford Academy: Elementary School