Six-Month Impact Report · January–June 2026
Our Impact
Building stronger communities, creating pathways, and transforming lives across Metro Detroit. Here is what DABO Detroit accomplished in the first half of 2026.
Six months of measurable impact
Serving Detroit
where it counts
Senior Services
In partnership with the Detroit Area Agency on Aging
- Served 988 older adults through nutrition and supportive services.
- Connected seniors to community resources designed to improve independence.
- Assisted older adults with wellness support and outreach.
Community Health & Wellness
Through Premier Quality Health Clinic and community health partners
- 177 residents received direct clinical services.
- Conducted 833 health screenings for blood pressure, diabetes and nutrition education.
- Expanded preventive health education throughout Detroit neighborhoods.
Food Security
- Conducted 144 community food distributions to reduce food insecurity.
- Connected families and seniors with healthy food resources.
- Partnered with local organizations to address nutritional needs across Metro Detroit.
Workforce & Family Stability
- Assisted residents with 114 SER applications, connecting families to employment, utility assistance and economic support services.
- Helped individuals access workforce readiness and community stabilization resources.
Education, workforce & youth development
Investing in
the next generation
Youth Summer Learning
Served 132 youth through academic enrichment, STEM exploration, leadership development and structured summer learning experiences.
Youth At-Risk Services
Provided prevention, mentoring, life skills training and supportive services to 41 at-risk youth, connecting students with caring adults and pathways toward academic and personal success.
College Access & Scholarships
Helped 2 graduating high school seniors secure full-ride college scholarships through the National College Resources Foundation (NCRF), removing financial barriers to higher education.
Workforce development program
Pathways to
careers
DABO Detroit provides a comprehensive workforce development model that connects youth and adults to education, credentials, employment and entrepreneurship.
High School & Postsecondary Pathways
DABO meets students where they are, providing mentorship inside high schools and alongside Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways. Students build soft skills, professionalism, communication, teamwork, problem-solving, accountability and career navigation.
River Rouge: mentorship and workforce development in Digital Media Production; students earn a certificate after four semesters.
Harper Woods: mentorship and workforce support for students pursuing an Associate Degree in General Studies over two years.
WCCCD Success Coaching
DABO serves as a success coach for Wayne County Community College District, helping recruit, retain and guide students through completion with outreach, enrollment encouragement, mentoring, barrier resolution, ongoing check-ins and career navigation.
Skilled Trades Pathways
DABO connects participants to skilled trades exposure, preparation and career pathways through partnerships with professionals in the field. Participants receive mentoring and support as they prepare for industry credentials and employment.
Law Enforcement Career Pathway
In partnership with the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, DABO prepares candidates for careers in law enforcement through application support, PT preparation, mentoring and employment readiness coaching.
Healthcare Career Pathways
Through Premier Quality Health, young people are introduced to healthcare careers with support from a Family Nurse Practitioner who provides exposure, mentoring and precepting. DABO also connects participants to CNA training through Irving Professional.
Entrepreneurship & Small Business
DABO supports participants interested in entrepreneurship and nontraditional career pathways through mentorship, technical assistance and foundational business training.
Our mission
To be all things
to all people
The Detroit Association of Black Organizations (DABO) is a multi-system human services agency dedicated to uplifting, empowering and transforming the lives of individuals and families throughout the Detroit metropolitan area.
Guided by our foundational principle to be all things to all people according to their need, DABO provides comprehensive, low-barrier access to essential public health clinics, mental health resources, substance use disorder treatment, economic development programs and civil rights advocacy.
By operating as a holistic, multi-system network, we bridge systemic gaps in care, foster community resilience and deliver targeted aid that addresses the unique physical, emotional and social needs of the diverse populations we serve.
Who we serve
Gilbert Family Foundation initiatives
Expanding community impact
Through support from the Gilbert Family Foundation, DABO expanded its community impact by:
- Increasing access to community health and wellness programming.
- Strengthening neighborhood engagement.
- Supporting workforce readiness initiatives.
- Connecting vulnerable residents with critical resources.
- Expanding partnerships that improve economic mobility and community resilience.
Leadership
Together, we are strengthening communities, improving health outcomes, empowering youth, supporting seniors, and creating opportunities that build a stronger Detroit.