DETROIT BLIGHT
BUSTERS
Revitalizing Detroit's Future: Detroit Blight Busters has been at the forefront of urban renewal for over 35 years, harnessing the power of partnerships and people power to transform abandoned structures into thriving spaces of opportunity. With your support, we can pave the way for progress, hope, and a better Detroit.
OUR PROGRAMS
We are diligently dedicating ourselves to creating a positive impact within our cherished community. Thanks to the unwavering support of our amazing donors, sponsors, and volunteers, we are effecting significant and transformative changes in the lives of the people we serve.
Farm City Detroit
Farm City Detroit, a neighborhood once plagued by blight, now thrives as a community garden oasis, nourishing both bodies and spirits. Thanks to Detroit Blight Busters and Fertile Ground Collective's efforts, hope and transformation bloom amidst the greenery.
Artists Village Detroit
Artist Village Detroit, is a thriving hub for performing arts, featuring local artists' work, exhibitions, performances, and workshops. It transformed from an endangered facility into a 6,000 sq. ft. entertainment complex, enriching Old Redford and creating a new downtown.
Demolition & Restoration
For over three and a half decades, we've dismantled over 300 blighted structures renovated over 400 homes that are now owner occupied in Detroit, partnering with students, volunteers, and the community to transform destruction into positive change. Our unwavering commitment continues as we renew abandoned properties and revive the city's spirit, brick by brick.
IMPACT
WE’RE MAKING
A DIFFERENCE
Over its impressive 35-year history, Detroit Blight Busters, alongside its community partners, proudly mobilized thousands of volunteers who have dedicated over 658,000 hours to achieve remarkable results.
3,850
Neighborhood
Clean Ups Realized
1,160
People Housed In
Buildings DBB Built
300+
Blighted Homes Demolished
Mike Duggan - Mayor Of Detroit
“The magnitude of the blight problem in the city is enormous; but instead of whining about it, we’ve got to work on it.”
EVERY DONATION
MAKES A DIFFRENCE
Every donation to Detroit Blight Busters creates a tangible impact in revitalizing communities, as it goes directly towards creating homeowners, demolishing abandoned buildings, cleaning up vacant lots, and beautifying the city. Your support helps transform blighted areas into safe, vibrant spaces that foster hope and opportunity for residents.
GET INVOLVED
OTHER WAYS
TO HELP
Dealing with blight in Detroit is a big job, and its success depends on all of us working together. Join us in making Detroit better.
VOLUNTEER
Volunteer with Detroit Blight Busters and make a difference in revitalizing neglected neighborhoods, fostering positive change in Detroit.
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DONATE
Your generous donations to Detroit Blight Busters empower us to drive lasting positive change in our underserved communities.