Love, Peace & UnityKids and School Programs
44 places-
Cass Community Social Services – Warming Center, Family Shelter & Rotating Shelt
(313) 883-2277 Open to anyone- Hours
- Shelters 24/7; Warming Center Nov 15-Mar 31; Rotating Shelter Nov-Apr
- Where
- 11745 Rosa Parks Blvd, Detroit, MI 48206
- Web
- casscommunity.org
Warming center with 3 meals/day, year-round family shelter, and church-hosted rotating shelter. Intake is through CAM 313-305-0311.
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CHASS Center - Southwest
(313) 849-3920 Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon, Wed-Fri 8am-5pm; Tue 8am-8pm; Sat 8am-12pm
- Where
- 5635 W Fort St, Detroit, MI 48209
- Web
- chasscenter.org
- info@chasscenter.org
Affordable pediatric, adolescent, family care and pharmacy. Second site: Pope Francis Center, 2915 W Hancock (Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm). Call for an appointment.
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Covenant Community Care – Joy Road
(313) 446-8800 Open to anyone- Hours
- Medical Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm (Tue to 6pm); Dental/Counseling Fri to 1pm
- Where
- 17625 Joy Rd, Detroit, MI 48228
- Web
- covenantcommunitycare.org
- info@covenantcommunitycare.org
West-side FQHC with medical, dental and counseling for all, insured or not; sliding fee by income. Call to schedule.
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Covenant Community Care – Michigan Avenue
(313) 554-1095 Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon-Tue 8am-8pm; Wed-Fri 8am-5pm (dental Mon-Fri 8am-4pm)
- Where
- 5716 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48210
- Web
- covenantcommunitycare.org
- info@covenantcommunitycare.org
FQHC medical, dental, OB/GYN, counseling, substance use and pharmacy, regardless of insurance; sliding fee by income. Call to schedule.
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Covenant Community Care – Moross
313-626-2600 (medical); 313-62 Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon/Wed/Fri 8am-4pm; Tue/Thu 8am-8pm
- Where
- 20901 Moross Rd, Detroit, MI 48236
- Web
- covenantcommunitycare.org
- info@covenantcommunitycare.org
East-side FQHC: medical, women's health, dental, counseling, substance use treatment; sliding fee if uninsured. Call to schedule.
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Detroit Community Health Connection – East Riverside Health Center
(313) 822-0900 Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri 8:30am-5pm; Tue 9:30am-6pm
- Where
- 13901 East Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, MI 48215
- Web
- dchcquality.org
FQHC primary care with sliding fee based on ability to pay; 6 Detroit sites incl. Woodward Corridor and Nolan. Call to register.
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Detroit Parent Network
(313) 309-8100 Open to anyone- Hours
- Tue-Fri 10:00am-6:00pm
- Where
- 726 Lothrop Rd, Detroit, MI 48202
- Web
- detroitparentnetwork.com
- emailus@detroitparentnetwork.org
Parent training, support groups and cafes on early childhood, education/career and parenting skills; in person or virtual. Call or walk in.
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Detroit Public Library - Main Library
(313) 481-1400 Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon/Thu/Fri/Sat 10am-6pm; Tue/Wed 12pm-8pm; Sun closed
- Where
- 5201 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
- Web
- detroitpubliclibrary.org
- main@detroitpubliclibrary.org
Free library card, kids programs, reading challenges, ABCmouse and Learning Express test prep online. Visit any branch to get a card.
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DPSCD Parent Academy (Office of Family & Community Engagement)
(313) 873-7490 Open to anyoneFree workshops for parents: literacy/math support, advocacy, financial literacy, jobs, mental health. Register online; no DPSCD enrollment needed.
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Great Start to Quality - Wayne-Oakland-Macomb Resource Center
(877) 614-7328 Open to anyoneFree help finding and comparing licensed child care/preschool in metro Detroit and resources to pay for it. Call or search greatstarttoquality.org.
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Michigan Learning Channel
(248) 305-3900 Open to anyoneFree PreK-12 lessons, shows and printables online and on Michigan PBS stations over the air (no cable needed). Stream at michiganlearning.org.
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Planned Parenthood – Detroit Health Center
313-831-7776 (800-230-7526 ins Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon-Thu 9am-5pm; Fri 8am-4pm; Sat-Sun closed
- Where
- 4229 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
- Web
- plannedparenthood.org
Birth control, STI testing/treatment, pregnancy and prenatal care, vaccines; insurance not required, Medicaid accepted again. Appointments required.
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Wayne Metro Community Action Agency – Connect Center
(313) 388-9799 Open to anyone- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 9am-12pm
- Where
- Food Distribution Fridays at sites across Wayne County; senior pickup 13660 Stansbury Ave, Detroit, MI 48227
- Web
- waynemetro.org
- wmconnectcenter@waynemetro.org
One call connects you to free Friday food distributions, senior food boxes, diapers, utility and housing help. Call, chat or email.
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Western Wayne Family Health Centers – Inkster
(313) 561-5100 Open to anyone- Hours
- Medical Mon 8am-5pm, Tue/Thu 8am-7pm, Wed 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-5pm; dental MonThu to
- Where
- 2700 Hamlin Boulevard, Inkster, MI 48141 (also Taylor, Lincoln Park, Dearborn)
- Web
- wwfhc.org
FQHC medical, dental and pharmacy for out-Wayne residents; one number books all four sites. Call to become a patient.
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Connect 313
Open to anyoneDetroit digital access: free park WiFi (Clark, Chandler, Palmer, Bradby, McDuffy), device/internet help and tech hubs. See connect313.org/resident-resources-2.
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Alternatives For Girls
(313) 361-4000- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm
- For
- Youth
- Where
- 903 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48208
- Web
- alternativesforgirls.org
Shelter, crisis help, prevention and job training for girls and young women 15-24 (incl. moms with kids to age 5). 24-hr crisis line 888-234-3919.
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Alternatives For Girls – Shelter & Crisis Line
(888) 234-3919- For
- Girls and young women (shelter ages 15-17)
- Where
- 903 W. Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48208
- Web
- alternativesforgirls.org
Safe shelter for girls 15-17, crisis support, trafficking/DV help, housing programs for young women. Call the crisis line; main office 313-361-4000.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan
(313) 309-0500- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 2470 Collingwood St, Detroit, MI 48206
- Web
- bbbssoutheastmi.org
One-to-one adult mentors for kids. Use 'Enroll a Child' at bbbssoutheastmi.org or call the Detroit office.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeastern Michigan - Dick & Sandy Dauch Club
(313) 523-4540- Hours
- School year 2:00-6:00pm; summer 7:30am-6:00pm
- For
- Youth
- Where
- 16500 Tireman Ave, Detroit, MI 48228
- Web
- bgcsm.org
After-school/summer club for ages 6-18: tutoring, arts, STEM, meals, mentoring. Also Diehl Club 4242 Collingwood 313-931-7190. Sign up at bgcsm.org.
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Brilliant Detroit
(313) 483-8992- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 5675 Larkins St, Detroit, MI 48210
- Web
- brilliantcities.org
- info@brilliantcities.org
Free neighborhood hubs (24 across Detroit) for families with kids 0-8: literacy, tutoring, diapers, clothing, food, meals. Fill outthe join form online.
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COTS (Coalition On Temporary Shelter)
(313) 831-3777- Hours
- CAM intake line Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 26 Peterboro St, Suite 100, Detroit, MI 48201
- Web
- cotsdetroit.org
- engage@cotsdetroit.org
Family shelter and housing support. Start by calling CAM at 313-305-0311 or visit NOAH Project, 23 E Adams 2nd Fl (Mon-Thu 9:30am-2pm).
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COTS Detroit (family shelter & housing)
(313) 305-0311- Hours
- Intake via CAM Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
- For
- Families with children
- Where
- 26 Peterboro, Suite 100, Detroit, MI 48201
- Web
- cotsdetroit.org
- engage@cotsdetroit.org
Shelter and housing help for families facing homelessness. Start by calling CAM; admin office 313-831-3777. Beds limited and change daily.
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Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries – Genesis House II Shelter (families, women)
(313) 309-5900- For
- Families, men with children, single women, women with childr
- Where
- 12900 W. Chicago, Detroit, MI 48228
- Web
- drmm.org
- info@drmm.org
Emergency shelter for families and single women. Call first or go through CAM 313-305-0311.
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Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries – Gratiot Shelter (women & children)
(313) 499-8605- For
- Women and children
- Where
- 15063 Gratiot Ave, Detroit, MI 48205
- Web
- drmm.org
- info@drmm.org
Emergency shelter for women and children on Detroit's east side. Call first or go through CAM 313-305-0311.
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Detroit Youth Choir
(586) 745-1168- For
- Youth
- Where
- 8425 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221
- Web
- detroityouthchoir.org
- info@detroityouthchoir.org
Performing arts choir for metro Detroit youth. Complete the online application, then attend an audition; ask about student sponsorship.
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DPSCD Student Enrollment
(313) 240-4377- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 3011 W Grand Blvd, Detroit, MI 48202
- Web
- detroitk12.org
Enroll in Detroit Public Schools: complete the packet, bring ID, birth certificate, shots record and proof of address to any school, or upload online.
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Grow Detroit's Young Talent (GDYT) summer jobs
(313) 962-9675- Hours
- Application window opens each spring (2026: March 13-May 15); 2026 application i
- For
- Youth (14-24, Detroit residents)
- Where
- Apply online at gdyt.org
- Web
- gdyt.org
Paid 6-week summer jobs for Detroit youth 14-24. Apply online in spring at gdyt.org; call Detroit at Work with questions.
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Healthy Kids / MIChild – Children's Health Coverage
(888) 988-6300- Hours
- Online 24/7
- For
- Kids
- Where
- Apply at newmibridges.michigan.gov
- Web
- michigan.gov
Health coverage for children under 19 (and pregnant women of any age). Call to check if you qualify, then apply on MI Bridges.
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Kids-TALK Children's Advocacy Center (The Guidance Center)
(313) 833-2970- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 40 E Ferry St, Detroit, MI 48202
- Web
- guidance-center.org
- kidstalkcac@guidance-center.org
Free forensic interviews, advocacy, medical exams and therapy for children (to 17) affected by abuse, regardless of ability to pay. Report abuse: 855-444-3911.
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Living Arts Detroit
(313) 841-4765- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 440 Burroughs St, Suite 113, Detroit, MI 48202
- Web
- livingartsdetroit.org
- classes@livingartsdetroit.org
Arts programs for kids: Detroit Wolf Trap (3 months-6 yrs), in-school and out-of-school dance, visual and media arts. Call or email to enroll.
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Matrix Human Services - Head Start
(313) 285-1905- For
- Low income
- Where
- 1400 Woodbridge St, Detroit, MI 48207
- Web
- matrixheadstart.org
Free Head Start/Early Head Start in Detroit. Call the enrollment hotline 313-285-1905 or apply online at matrixheadstart.org.
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Metropolitan Detroit Diaper Bank
(313) 356-6470- For
- Families with kids
- Web
- detroitdiaperbank.com
Free diapers monthly for children under 3. Fill out the online request form each month (by Wed 5pm) and pick one pickup site. Spanish/Arabic forms available.
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Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit
(313) 872-6910- Hours
- Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm (office)
- For
- Youth
- Where
- 2251 Antietam Ave, Detroit, MI 48207
- Web
- mosaicdetroit.org
Youth theatre and music ensembles and summer camps for grades 3-12. Sign up for 2026-27 auditions at mosaicdetroit.org.
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New St. Paul Head Start Agency
(313) 835-4400- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm
- For
- Low income
- Where
- 15362 Southfield Dr, Detroit, MI 48223
- Web
- nspheadstart.org
Free Head Start/Early Head Start (birth-5, pregnant women) at 10 west-side Detroit centers. Now enrolling for 2026-27; apply online or call.
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Redford Brightmoor Initiative Diaper Bank
(313) 326-4947- Hours
- 2nd Saturday of each month (pre-registered pickup)
- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 12065 W Outer Dr, Detroit, MI 48223
- Web
- rbidetroit.org
- office@RedfordBrightmoorInitiative.org
Brightmoor diaper pickup site. Register in advance at detroitdiaperbank.com/diapers, then pick up 2nd Saturday. Text 313-420-7696 with questions.
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SER YouthBuild Learning Academy
313-945-5200 ext. 2- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-3:00 PM
- For
- Youth (16-21)
- Where
- 9215 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48210 and 5555 Coner, Detroit, MI 48213
- Web
- sermetro.org
- youth@sermetro.org
Finish high school diploma while earning construction, IT or health certifications; transportation help and incentives. Bring birth cert, SS card, ID, transcrip
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Starfish Family Services - Head Start / Early Head Start
(844) 849-5437- For
- Low income
- Where
- 30000 Hiveley St, Inkster, MI 48141
- Web
- starfishfamilyservices.org
- ECEIntake@sfish.org
Free preschool/child care for ages 6 weeks-4 at 14 Wayne County centers incl. Detroit; year-round enrollment. Submit interest form online or call.
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The Children's Center
(313) 831-5535- Hours
- Mon-Thu 8:00am-7:00pm; Fri 8:00am-5:00pm
- For
- Families with kids
- Where
- 79 W Alexandrine St, Detroit, MI 48201
- Web
- thechildrenscenter.com
Child and family mental/behavioral health: therapy, assessments, psychiatry, family support. Call or use the 'Register Child for Services' form.
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Wayne Metro Head Start / Early Head Start
(313) 388-9799- Hours
- Connect Center Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 9am-12pm
- For
- Low income
- Where
- 2651 Saullino Ct, Dearborn, MI 48120
- Web
- waynemetro.org
- wmconnectcenter@waynemetro.org
Free preschool (birth-5) at sites in Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park and more. Apply at childplus.net/apply or call the Connect Center for all Wayne Metro hel
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WIC – Women, Infants & Children (Michigan)
211- Hours
- By appointment at local WIC agency
- For
- Women/infants/children
- Where
- Local WIC clinics include CHASS Center, 5635 W. Fort St, Detroit, MI 48209
- Web
- michigan.gov
Free healthy food, formula and nutrition help for pregnant/postpartum women and kids under 5. Call 211 to find your WIC agency, or apply on MI Bridges.
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YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit - Boll Family YMCA
(313) 309-9622- For
- Low income
- Where
- 1401 Broadway, Detroit, MI 48226
- Web
- ymcadetroit.org
Scholarships and $43/month 'Y for All' family membership (household income $49,000 or less). Bring tax form + pay stub and meet the branch rep.
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YWCA Interim House – Domestic Violence Shelter & 24-Hour Crisis Line
(313) 861-5300- Hours
- Crisis line 24/7
- For
- DV survivors (women and children)
- Where
- 985 E. Jefferson Avenue, Suite 101, Detroit, MI 48207 (office; shelter address confidential)
- Web
- ywcadetroit.org
- ywca@ywcadetroit.org
67-bed emergency shelter, safety planning, PPO help, case management for intimate-partner violence survivors. Call the crisis line first.
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Zaman International – Client Choice Food Pantry
(313) 551-3994- Where
- 26091 Trowbridge St, Inkster, MI 48141
- Web
- zamaninternational.org
- info@zamaninternational.org
Choose-your-own groceries pantry serving about 500 families a month in western Wayne County. Call or email to enroll.
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MDHHS Child Care Assistance (Child Development and Care)
- For
- Low income
- Web
- michigan.gov
State pays part of child care costs for working/school-going low-income parents. Apply and check eligibility at MI Bridges (newmibridges.michigan.gov).
Other kinds of help
- Free Food Help33 places
- Housing and Shelter Help51 places
- Rent and Eviction Help16 places
- Job Training and Job Help37 places
- Free Mental Health Support39 places
- Addiction and Recovery Help18 places
- Domestic Violence Help6 places
- Low-Cost Health Care31 places
- Free Clothing and Baby Items23 places
- Child Care and Preschool7 places
- Utility and Bill Help31 places
- Free Legal Help and IDs30 places
- Expungement and Record Help10 places
- Immigration Help4 places
- Veterans Services9 places
- Transportation Help18 places
Every listing was checked by a Love, Peace & Unity volunteer (last check September 2026). Hours and programs change, so call before you go. Something wrong or missing? Email us. See every resource.