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

Kicking Off 2023: NFL Player Shows Support for M&M Area Community Foundation’s Future Fund
What does an Upper Peninsula foundation and Green Bay Packers all-time leading scorer Mason Crosby have in common? Well, for one, both are supporters of

LEAF Student Art Exhibit Asks the Right Questions
Lapeer County Children’s Savings Account Program Puts Dreams on Display with Student Art Exhibit “What do you want to be when you grow up?” A

Fellow Feature: First annual Cultivating Community series celebrates Coldwater’s diversity
Written by Katie Higgs, CEDAM Community Development Fellow I moved to Coldwater from Chicago, landing my position as a community development fellow in 2021. As
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 Levels

Membership Levels

Practitioner
You are a nonprofit or governmental department doing community-based economic development.

Partner
You are a statewide association, intermediary, university program, financial institution, for-profit developer, vendor or consultant.

Sponsor
You are an institution looking to support CEDAM’s core programming or training and events.