PROGRAMS
CEDAM runs multiple programs to build capacity among our diverse membership. These programs help our members expand their services, revitalize their communities, and improve Michigan’s economic and social well-being.
EVENTS
From Real Estate Development Boot Camp to high-quality webinars, CEDAM hosts a variety of training and networking events customized to fit the needs of the community economic development industry.
ADVOCACY
CEDAM supports vibrant neighborhoods, economic opportunity, equitable development, and housing security. We work to actualize our policy priorities through state and federal partnership, advocacy, and member education.
Latest News
Person-to-Person is Priceless: Innovation & Sustainability Grant empowers Flourishing for the Future CSA Program to hire outreach coordinator
For many families new to children’s savings account (CSA) programs, what matters more than sign-ups and seed deposits is whether a program has a trusted community presence. Recognizing the importance
A Rent-to-Own Journey: How A Detroit Household of Senior Citizens Owned Their “Castle”
This blog was written by and originally published on CEDAM-member Opportunity Resource Fund’s website. To read more impact stories and learn about them, visit their website. For years, Greg Brown
A Program Reimagined: Our new CED Corps blends two former CEDAM capacity building programs to support communities
CONTACT: Emily Reyst, Director of External Affairs 517-210-5936 | emily@cedamichigan.org CEDAM will place CED Corps members across Michigan to help communities remove barriers to development and increase collaboration
MEMBERSHIP
CEDAM members develop communities that are vibrant, equitable, and economically inclusive. Join our network to take advantage of CEDAM member benefits, stay connected to industry news and advocacy efforts, and access new resources.
Membership Types
Membership Levels
Individual
You are an individual who is not tied to an organization (retirees, legislative staff, students, etc.
If you are a small business or sole proprietor, you must apply for nonprofit or for profit organization membership.
Nonprofit Organization
You are a nonprofit organization that does not fit the definition of a governmental organization.
For profit organization
You are a for profit organization (consultants, developers, banks, sole proprietors, etc.)
Government
You are a government agency or sub-unit or quasi-government entity (Downtown Development Authority, assessment districts, public housing authorities, land banks, cities, villages, townships, and other entities.)