Initiatives & Programs
Programs That Meet Needs and Strengthen Detroit
DABO Detroit provides culturally responsive programs and initiatives that support health, stability, youth development, and access to opportunity across the city.
See the Work in Action
Watch How DABO Detroit Serves the Community
From wellness and prevention to housing, youth development, and community support, DABO Detroit’s programs are designed to respond to real needs and create lasting impact.
This video offers a closer look at the people, purpose, and programs that continue to move our mission forward.
Comprehensive Support Across Detroit
DABO Detroit’s programs enrich the lives of residents across the city by providing comprehensive and culturally sensitive services for Detroit’s most vulnerable populations, including low-income families, children, seniors, and veterans.
Program Areas
How We Serve
Community Wellness
Through health services and wellness initiatives, DABO helps residents access screenings, prevention resources, and care that improve overall health outcomes. The current page highlights programs including Choose Healthy Life, HIV Prevention, Premier Quality Healthcare, and Your Blood Pressure Matters.
- Choose Healthy Life
- HIV Prevention
- Premier Quality Healthcare
- Your Blood Pressure Matters
Behavioral Health & Recovery
DABO offers support, education, and prevention-focused resources for individuals and families impacted by addiction, suicide risk, and substance misuse. Current initiatives include FAN Detroit, Project Rainbow, and Prevention Prepared Communities.
- FAN Detroit
- Project Rainbow
- Prevention Prepared Communities
Youth & Family Empowerment
These initiatives create opportunities for seniors, youth, and families to connect, learn, and grow through enrichment, prevention, and community-centered engagement. The page currently features Sizzling Seniors and the Mackenzie Noble Community Collaborative Drug-Free Coalition.
- Sizzling Seniors
- Mackenzie Noble Community Collaborative Drug-Free Coalition
Access & Equity Initiatives
DABO works to remove barriers by connecting residents to food, technology, internet access, and digital support services. Current initiatives include Connect 313, Food Distribution, and Lift Zone.
- Connect 313
- Food Distribution
- Lift Zone
Housing & Stability Support
DABO provides support for residents navigating housing insecurity, utility assistance, and property tax hardship. The current page lists Property Tax Exemption, Transitional & Affordable Housing, and Utility Bill Assistance.
- Property Tax Exemption
- Transitional & Affordable Housing
- Utility Bill Assistance
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DABO Detroit continues to connect residents to resources that improve quality of life and create new opportunities across the city.
Community Impact
Programs Rooted in Service, Equity, and Hope
Every DABO Detroit initiative is designed to meet people where they are—connecting individuals and families to the support, services, and opportunities they need to move forward.