Community Development Advocates of Detroit (CDAD) was formed in 1995 and
reorganized in 1997 as a trade association to provide a citywide voice for community
development organizations (CDOs) in Detroit. In 2000, CDAD received its 501 (c) 3
tax-exempt status. CDAD's mission is to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of
Detroit CDOs.
CDAD currently has over 90 members and supporting member organizations
representing approximately 55 CDO and 35 technical service providers. CDAD
requires that CDC member organizations meet the following criteria:
- Nonprofit tax-exempt status
- Provide community development for low-to-moderate income communities
including the physical revitalization of affordable housing, commercial or
industrial areas
- Have specific geographic boundaries within the city of Detroit
- Support the goals and philosophy of CDAD; and
- Provide services to enhance the quality of life of Detroiters. Supporting
membership is open to organizations that comply with CDAD's guiding
principles.
Community Development Advocates of Detroit
The Metropolitan Center for High Technology
2727 Second Ave. Suite 303, Detroit, Michigan 48201
313 964-4910 phone | 313 964-4970 fax | info@detroitcommunitiydevelopment.org
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Community Development Advocates of Detroit
The Metropolitan Center for High Technology
2727 Second Ave. Suite 120, Detroit, Michigan 48201
313 964-4910 phone | 313 964-4970 fax | info@cdadonline.org
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CDAD services will increase opportunities for training and technical assistance,
facilitate information sharing between CDOs, advocate on behalf of CDOs, facilitate
common action on issues of concern to CDCs and expand financial resources
available for CDO projects and programs. CDAD members share a common
commitment for community-based sustainable development that demonstrates
grassroots participation and empowerment.
