Celebrating Diversity in Detroit

Established in 1968, Focus: HOPE’s aim is “dedicated to intelligent and practical solutions to the problems of hunger, economic disparity, inadequate education, and racial divisiveness” (http://bit.ly/wHJt2M). 


Focus: HOPE’s mission statement demonstrates their goal beautifully:

Recognizing the dignity and beauty of every person, we pledge intelligent and practical action to overcome racism, poverty and injustice. And to build a metropolitan community where all people may live in freedom, harmony, trust and affection. Black and white, yellow, brown and red from Detroit and its suburbs of every economic status, national origin and religious persuasion we join in this covenant.  —Adopted March 8, 1968

Focus: HOPE accomplishes their mission by providing the following services:

• ·      Food programs
• ·      Career training programs and
• ·      HOPE Village Initiative

Please visit and contribute to Focus: HOPE’s mission by visiting the following link:

http://www.focushope.edu/donate.aspx