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Описание: #FOP Kimberly Sanders Met With #DHC On December 18, 2025 To Discuss Positive Ways To Move Forward

FOP CRITICAL UPDATE-PROGRESS IN #DHC TALKS, GRANT WINS, AND SUPPORT NEEDED FOR HOLIDAY PROGRAMS ETC

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FRIENDS OF PARKSIDE—Working to make our community a great place to live, work, and do business!

Critical Update: Progress in DHC Talks, Grant Wins, and Support Needed for Our Community Heart: Critical Update: Progress in DHC Talks, Grant Wins, and Support Needed for Our Community Heart

"Friends, we're in facilitated negotiations with the DHC but your donation is urgently needed to save our holiday programs"

Dear Friends, Supporters, and Stakeholders,

Thank you for your continued solidarity and overwhelming support as we navigate this challenging period with the Detroit Housing Commission (DHC). Your voice is what empowers us to continue fighting for the residents of the Villages at Parkside.

STATUS UPDATE: Fighting for Our Space and Our Voice

As you know, FOP has been facing an eviction attempt by the DHC due to our ongoing advocacy and organizing efforts on behalf of Parkside residents. This fight is about protecting FOP's independent role as an advocate and organizer for the community.

Our last official communication was our "Leasing Update" letter, which detailed the initial stages of this conflict. We are pleased to report that the situation is evolving:

• A Positive Step Forward: As of last week, we met with DHC to discuss ways to move forward. These critical conversations are being facilitated by Luke Schafer of Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan. This is a major step toward finding a sustainable path forward that protects FOP's independent advocacy, and we are working to strengthen our strategic position to ensure any agreements are binding and resident-focused.

• Recent Press: We want to share the recent Outlier Media article that details the complexity of our work and the broader issues at Parkside. (Please click here to read the article, titled: Neighborhood nonprofit attempts to stall $180M project on Detroit’s eastside).

• A Crucial Note on the Article's Framing: While the title focuses on FOP's efforts to question the project—framing our action as an "attempt to stall"—our advocacy is fundamentally about ensuring resident priorities are met and binding commitments are in place before a large-scale project begins. We are advocates, not obstructors, and we are now engaged in constructive, facilitated discussions to move forward.

ACT NOW: Support Our Work

1. DONATE TODAY Please consider making an unrestricted donation to support our community events and ongoing organizing efforts.

CLINK HERE TO DONATE

Here are other ways you can donate:
• Cash App: $FriendsOfParkside
• PayPal: [email protected]
• Check (Mail to): Friends Of Parkside, P O Box 13168 Detroit MI 48213

Friends Of Parkside is a 501(c)(3). Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

2. GET INVOLVED If you would like to be a "Dear Santa Helper" and sponsor a child, please visit: Dear Santa helper website or contact us next week!

Thank you for standing with the residents of Parkside.

Visit our Website: Critical Update: Progress in DHC Talks, Grant Wins, and Support Needed for Our Community Heart

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Friends Of Parkside is a 501(c)(3).
Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. EIN 38-3017821

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