ELIGIBILITY FOR MEMBERSHIP

Any Black bona fide organization or bona fide organizations whose membership in majority black and non-partisan, which is constructively seeking to advance some aspect of the Black community’s well being, with either a dues paying or voting membership of twenty (20) or more members in good standing and who shall be in existence for at least one (1) year is eligible to apply for membership of the Detroit Association of Black Organizations (dabo).

(Note: Provided, however, that exceptions to the twenty (20) or more members in good standing requirement may be waived by the Executive Committee when it deems that the Purpose of DABO will be significantly served by admission of the organization in question.)

DONATING

Although DABO receives some government funding, the needs of the community far outweigh the funds available. Often, these grants do not support new, innovative projects and initiatives even those directly related to DABO's core mission. It is only through generous gifts that we are able to combat community issues of poverty in new and creative ways.

Statistically, Detroit has been hit the hardest by the country’s recent economic downturn and the needs are great. Unfortunately, government monies specifically set aside for our programs and services have been cut and are no longer guaranteed. Because of the high unemployment rate, increasing drop out rate, startling homeless statistics and number of people going hungry, the proper capitalization of our community and business programs are more crucial than ever.

The discretionary aspects of individual and corporate donations allows us to be more immediately responsive to the community, thus causing our programs and activities to be more effective. We greatly appreciate your monetary support in helping to facilitate and create the organizational capacity necessary to sustain its mission.

If you have any questions about giving to DABO, please contact Rev. Horace Sheffield III, Director of Planning and Development, at Sheffield3@dabodetroit.com or (313) 491-0003.

CASH GIFTS

Although DABO receives some government funding, the needs of the community far outweigh the funds available. Often, these grants do not support new, innovative projects and initiatives even those directly related to DABO's core mission. It is only through generous gifts that we are able to combat community issues of poverty in new and creative ways.

DABO can accept cash gifts through checks only. Please make all checks payable to Detroit Association of Black Organizations and mail to:

Detroit Association of Black Associations (DABO)
12048 Grand River
Detroit, MI 48204

All donations made to DABO are tax deductible. Contributors will be provided with a charitable giving form which can be submitted with their annual tax return.