Upcoming events.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
A Toast To Orlando!
A Toast to Orlando
A Toast to Orlando Bailey. Seven years. Countless conversations. One powerful Detroit voice. Join us as we celebrate Orlando Bailey’s leadership as Co-Founder and Co-Host of Authentically Detroit — and his continued presence as a friend of the show and partner at ECN. Be ready to hustle, fellowship, laugh out loud, and celebrate Orlando💫💫💫
Location: Eastside Community Network (ECN), 4401 Conner Ave., Detroit, MI 48215 (RSVP HERE)
Date and time: Sat, Feb 21, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Organizer: Sarah Johnson, (313) 331-3790, sjohnson@ecn-detroit.org
LET'S CELEBRATE ORLANDO!
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Stoudamire Dinner Club
Eastside Community, there’s something special about a shared meal. It’s where we tell our stories and find our common ground.
With help from Rise Higher Detroit Mayoral Transition Team, our goal for this series is to get your feedback on how the city allocates resources and delivers services during Mayor Sheffield's first term.
Mayor Mary Sheffield is launching the boldest, most inclusive transition in Detroit’s history. The Eastside Community Network (ECN) is a member of one of Rise Higher’s community partner organizations and we have seen how Mayor Mary Sheffield is committed to putting our residents at the center of shaping what comes next. A critical first step is hearing from residents from every corner of Detroit about the city’s priorities. The Rise Higher team launched a community survey to do just that.
Register Here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9ns32ur
Join ECN for a community dinner on Thriving Neighborhoods and complete the survey.
To learn more, contact Juanita Gibson at jgibson@ecn-detroit.org
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
Hope Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
Please note: The HOPE application is an annual application, and homeowners must reapply every year to continue receiving the exemption.
Questions? Please contact Sustainable Housing Director, Lawanda Villard 313 264-1414 or lvillard@ecn-detroit.org.
HOPE Program
The HOPE Program provides eligible homeowners with an opportunity to be exempt from their current-year property taxes based on household income.
This exemption helps reduce the annual property tax burden, support long-term housing stability, and ease financial pressure for residents.
If approved, homeowners are still responsible for certain fees. The solid waste fee is reduced to $125 for HOPE-approved single-family homes.
(CANCELED) Black Detroit Democracy Class
Historically Detroit has served as a laboratory for Black liberation, both politically and economically. Over the past few decades Black power has been undercut by state intervention, financialization, and predatory governance. This class will explore our history, political realities, and pathways to Black political power in the 21st century.
Classes will include a detailed workbook for attendees and dinner will be provided.
Registration is available on eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1711154793049?aff=oddtdtcreator
Black Detroit Democracy Class
Historically Detroit has served as a laboratory for Black liberation, both politically and economically. Over the past few decades Black power has been undercut by state intervention, financialization, and predatory governance. This class will explore our history, political realities, and pathways to Black political power in the 21st century.
Classes will include a detailed workbook for attendees and dinner will be provided.
Registration is available on eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1711154793049?aff=oddtdtcreator
Black Detroit Democracy Class
Historically Detroit has served as a laboratory for Black liberation, both politically and economically. Over the past few decades Black power has been undercut by state intervention, financialization, and predatory governance. This class will explore our history, political realities, and pathways to Black political power in the 21st century.
Classes will include a detailed workbook for attendees and dinner will be provided.
Registration is available on eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1711154793049?aff=oddtdtcreator
Black Detroit Democracy Class
Historically Detroit has served as a laboratory for Black liberation, both politically and economically. Over the past few decades Black power has been undercut by state intervention, financialization, and predatory governance. This class will explore our history, political realities, and pathways to Black political power in the 21st century.
Classes will include a detailed workbook for attendees and dinner will be provided.
Registration is available on eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1711154793049?aff=oddtdtcreator
District 4 Community Conversation
Join your neighbors for an interactive session to learn how the City of Detroit's budget is created - and how you can influence it.
Join us for an interactive experience where we will:
Explore how the budget works through a dynamic panel discussion
Discover best practices for effective community budget engagement
Engage in hands-on activities that bring budgeting to life
Identify and share your priorities for the community budget
Make sure to RSVP: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/12e63156256c431795a019f07ab14483
Black Detroit Democracy Class
Historically Detroit has served as a laboratory for Black liberation, both politically and economically. Over the past few decades Black power has been undercut by state intervention, financialization, and predatory governance. This class will explore our history, political realities, and pathways to Black political power in the 21st century.
Classes will include a detailed workbook for attendees and dinner will be provided.
Registration is available on eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1711154793049?aff=oddtdtcreator