February 20, 2026

Mission Moment:

Detroit Country Day High School Hosts Black History Month Community Project Donating Hundreds of Hygiene Kits to NSO Clients

Detroit Country Day High School students led a community service initiative benefiting organizations across metro Detroit, including the Neighborhood Service Organization, in honor of Black History Month.

The community service project was led by Nadiyah Traver, Chair of MLK Day Community Engagement. The project supported 15 community organizations and provided hygiene kits for 2,000 individuals. NSO was honored to receive hundreds of kits that will directly support clients.

We are grateful to Nadiyah Traver and the entire Detroit Country Day community for turning Black History Month into a month of action and service.

NSO Hosts Bingo Games for Clay Apartment Clients

NSO recently hosted a fun afternoon of Bingo for our Clay Apartment residents. The friendly competition gave our clients an opportuntiy to play multiple rounds and walked away with some exciting prizes. The event gave clients a chance to relax, connect with neighbors, and simply enjoy themselves. Thank you to everyone who helped make it a great time for our residents.

Missed it live? You can still catch the conversation. NSO President & CEO Linda Little joined Spotlight on the News with Chuck Stokes to discuss 70 years of impact and how partnerships across housing, health, human services, and education continue to shape stronger outcomes for our region.

Michigan’s children deserve stronger protections from abuse and neglect.

In her recent Detroit News op-ed, NSO President & CEO Linda Little calls for urgent reforms to ensure that Child Protective Services, schools, and other agencies have the trauma-informed training and tools needed to keep kids safe.

Thank you to @detroitnews for shining a light on this critical issue. Together, we must protect our most vulnerable

The podcast welcomes Christina Hines – attorney, advocate, and candidate for U.S. Congress. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on leadership, accountability, and giving a voice to The Silent Majority.

Learn more at donttouchme.wiki.

Approximately 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men in the U.S. experience domestic violence in their lifetime. More than 15 million children live in homes where partner violence has occurred at least once.

If you’re in danger or need support, call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788.

Children deserve safety. Let’s ensure they get it.

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​Our account: Neighborhood Service Organization

Organization Number: XH720

Detroit Families: Rx Kids Is Here!

Pregnant moms and families with new babies in Detroit may qualify for direct cash support during pregnancy and baby’s first year — with no income or employment requirements.

Eligible families can receive:



$1,500 during pregnancy

Up to $500/month for 6 months after baby is born

If you are a Detroit resident and more than 16 weeks pregnant — or caring for an infant born on or after January 1, 2026 — you may qualify.



Applications and support are available in English, Arabic, and Spanish.

Please share with families who may benefit!

DRMM is proud to partner with PATHE to offer FREE tax preparation this season!

We’re hosting two community drop-off events at DRMM Hall:

Friday, March 6 | 10AM–3PM

Saturday, March 28 | 10AM–3PM

See flyer for full details!

A virtual filing option is also available for added convenience.

PATHE operates year-round IRS-certified VITA/TCE sites across Southeastern Michigan, providing free, secure, and accurate tax preparation for qualifying individuals and families.

Who They Serve:

• Individuals & families earning under $67,000/year

• Seniors (60+)

• Persons with disabilities

• Taxpayers with limited English proficiency

• Community members targeted by predatory tax preparers

How They Help:

Year-round filing (current & prior-year returns, amendments, IRS letters)

100% virtual filing or drop-off service

Tech & senior support for uploads and paperwork

IRS-certified staff & volunteers trained annually for accuracy and confidentiality



Don’t leave money on the table — trusted help is here!

Detroit homeowners whose basements flooded in June 2021 may qualify for free private sewer repairs in 97 neighborhoods.

Did your basement FLOOD in June 2021?

You may qualify for FREE sewer repairs in 97 neighborhoods across the City of Detroit.

If you:

Live in an eligible Detroit neighborhood.

Are at or below 80% Area Median Income (see income chart on flyer)

Live in a 1–4 unit home

Can show damage tied to the June 25–26, 2021 flood event

…the City can cover: cleaning and camera inspection, sewer line repair or replacement, backflow valve and sump pump with overflow, and downspout disconnects at no cost to you.

Email to schedule an in‑person appointment: PSRP@detroitmi.gov

Join us for Wayne Metro's Foreclosure Prevention Event! Our services this day include assistance for homeowners that need help with current year property tax exemptions along with on-site vendors and ride service.

February 20th , 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM



Dresner Community Center, 3700 Gilbert St, Detroit MI 48210

Walk-ins and appointments are available. Call us at 313-244-0274 to schedule an appointment. For more details, visit waynemetro.org.

Strong childcare businesses deserve strong marketing.

On February 23, join fellow providers from across Detroit for an in-person DMB Childcare Provider Connection with Lydia Michael of Blended Collective. Expect actionable insights, honest conversations and meaningful connections with peers who understand your work.

Grandmont Rosedale Workspace

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Reserve your seat: bit.ly/DMBChildcareFeb23

Registration is required.

U SNAP BAC is accepting appointments for residents to fill out their HOPE applications!

The Homeowners Property Tax Exemption (HOPE) Program is an income-based program that assists homeowners by exempting them from up to 100% of the current year’s property taxes. The deadline to apply is November 6th at 4:30 pm, but don’t wait until it’s down to the wire

Have questions or want to set an appointment? Give us a call or come visit the office today!

We’re excited to share that our Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) is now accepting grant applications!

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 27.

The YAC is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting Youth and Education throughout southeast Michigan. If your organization is interested in applying for a grant, we invite you to visit our website to review guidelines, learn about important deadlines and apply.

Focus: HOPE’s new youth development program, KIDS: HOPE is now open and enrolling for children aged kindergarten through 8th grade.

Through the KIDS: HOPE program, children are offered:



Homework Support

Dance / Physical Fitness

Financial Literacy

Mentorship

If you’re looking for the perfect after school program for your child? Look no further! Call 313-494-4400 for more information and to start the enrollment process.

A skill is more than a job — it’s a pathway.

DABO’s Skilled Trades Program equips you with hands-on training and certifications that lead to employment and long-term success.

Suicide is the 12th leading cause of death in the U.S., and it can be prevented. If you, or someone you know, is having thoughts of suicide,

please call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org. You can also reach Crisis Text Line by texting MHA to 741741.