DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION
AI Summary
The Detroit Economic Growth Association is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering economic development in Detroit. In 2025, it awarded a total of $2 million across 89 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only model. The organization does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting to engage with this funder.
Mission Statement
PROMOTE ECONOMIC GROWTH IN THE CITY OF DETROIT
Cause Areas
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Urban development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH CORPORATION
$3.4M
8%
BUILD INSTITUTE
$268.8K
< 1%
Detroit Future City
$229.7K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION?
No. DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION give?
DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, Georgia, and Pennsylvania. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION make each year?
In 2025, DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION fund recently?
In 2025, DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH CORPORATION, BUILD INSTITUTE, and Detroit Future City. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION?
DETROIT ECONOMIC GROWTH ASSOCIATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.