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SUMMARY:Walk In Wednesdays- Preparing For Financial Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) for an upcoming Walk-In Wednesday focused on helping small business owners prepare for financial capital. \nPresented by Huntington Bank\, this session will provide valuable insights into what lenders look for when evaluating your business for funding. Attendees will learn how credit\, cash flow\, and financial documentation impact approval\, along with practical steps to strengthen their financial readiness. \nThis is an interactive\, drop-in session where business owners can ask questions\, receive guidance\, and leave with clear next steps to position their business for funding opportunities. \n🗓 Date: Wednesday\, April 29\, 2026🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Location: SDBA\, 7752 W. Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, MI
URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/walk-in-wednesdays-preparing-for-financial-capital/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/sdba-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:Walk In Wednesdays: Sources of Financial Capital
DESCRIPTION:Join the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) for an upcoming Walk-In Wednesday focused on helping small business owners better understand their funding options. \nPresented by Huntington Bank\, this session will guide entrepreneurs through the different sources of financial capital available\, including loans\, grants\, and investment opportunities. Attendees will learn how to match the right type of funding to their business stage and goals\, along with an overview of SBA loans and common financing options. \nThis is an interactive\, drop-in session where business owners can ask questions\, gain clarity\, and leave with actionable next steps to support their business growth. \n🗓 Date: Wednesday\, May 27\, 2026🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 Location: SDBA\, 7752 W. Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, MI
URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/walk-in-wednesdays-sources-of-financial-capital/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/sdba-board-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:Community Investment Breakfast - June 26\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) Board of Directors\, staff\, and business owners are excited to host the 2026 Community Investment Breakfast!  We look forward to announcing the 2026 theme and nominees who will be honored for their amazing service and commitment to the Southwest Detroit Community. We will soon announce our location for this year\, but we would like to invite you to reserve your spot for our Breakfast.\nDear Potential Sponsor\, \nOn behalf of the Southwest Detroit Business Association (SDBA) Board of Directors\, staff\, and the vibrant business and residential community we serve\, I’m thrilled to invite you to support and attend our 2026 Community Investment Breakfast\, taking place on Friday\, June 26\, 2026. \nWe are also excited to celebrate the nominees this year who will be honored for their outstanding service and commitment to the Southwest Detroit community. \nFor over 70 years\, SDBA has led community\, economic\, and small business development in Southwest Detroit. Our collaborative and innovative approach to program service delivery\, combined with the generous support of partners like you\, has engaged over 1\,700 small businesses and supported programming in the areas of Business Development\, Community and Economic Development\, Real Estate Development\, and Cultural Arts programming for youth. \nThis year’s theme\, “New Beginnings: Rooted in Community\, Rising in Opportunity\,” reflects a pivotal moment for Southwest Detroit and the City of Detroit as a whole. As our neighborhoods continue to grow and evolve\, we remain grounded in the strength\, culture\, and resilience of our community while embracing new opportunities for inclusive economic development\, entrepreneurship\, and neighborhood revitalization. \nSponsoring this event will help SDBA deepen its impact in our community—supporting local businesses\, strengthening neighborhood corridors\, and expanding opportunities for the residents who call Southwest Detroit home. We look forward to your support and partnership as we build upon our current momentum and harness our collective voice to advocate for inclusive and equitable investments in Southwest Detroit. \nYour sponsorship of this year’s Breakfast will directly support: \n\nSmall business development and training\n• Placemaking and corridor beautification\n• Youth programming through COMPÁS cultural arts\n• Our Retail Accelerator and Community Space at La Joya Gardens\n• Continued advocacy for equitable investment in our community\n\nThis is more than an event\, it’s a powerful gathering of changemakers\, champions\, and collaborators who believe in Southwest Detroit’s future. We would be honored to have your support and your presence at the table. \nWarmest regards\, \nLuis Ali\nBoard Chair\nSouthwest Detroit Business Association
URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/community-investment-breakfast-june-26-2026/
LOCATION:The Corner Ballpark\, 1689 Michigan Ave\, Detroit\, MI\, 48216\, United States
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/sdba-board-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/sdba-board-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:Run of the Dead 2026
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Run of the Dead 2026\nNovember 1\, 2026 | 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nJoin us for one of Southwest Detroit’s most exciting and meaningful traditions! The Run of the Dead is a vibrant community event that brings together families\, runners\, walkers\, and supporters to celebrate culture\, health\, and remembrance. \nThis event also serves as our annual COMPÁS fundraiser\, supporting youth arts and music programming in our community. Your participation helps us continue providing meaningful opportunities for young people to grow through the arts. \nWhether you’re participating in the run\, cheering from the sidelines\, or simply coming out to enjoy the atmosphere\, everyone is invited to be part of this special day. \nExpect: \n\nA lively and welcoming community environment\nCultural celebrations inspired by Día de los Muertos\nActivities for all ages\nOpportunities to connect with local organizations and businesses\n\nCome celebrate\, honor\, and move with us as we bring the community together! \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/run-of-the-dead-2026/
LOCATION:Patton Park Recreation Center\, 2301 Woodmere St\, Detroit\, MI\, 48209\, United States
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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URL:https://southwestdetroit.com/event/sdba-board-meeting-9/
LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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SUMMARY:SDBA Board Meeting
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LOCATION:Southwest Detroit Business Association\, 7752 W Vernor Hwy\, Detroit\, Michigan\, 48209
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