Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: DEMOGRAPHIC INSPIRATIONS-DETROIT
\nLegal Name (if Different):
\nAlso Known As: DEMOGRAPHIC INSPIRATIONS-DETROIT
\nMailing Address: 3430 W. Outer Dr.
\nCity: DETROIT
\nState: MI
\nPostal Code: 48221
\nMain Phone: 5862607409
\nMain Fax:
\nOrganization Website: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Demographic-Inspirations-Detroit-148473492624407
\nEmployer ID Number: 47-1730621
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501 (c) 3<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: February 26, 2026
\nRequested Amount: 10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Dexter-Linwood Cordon Food Pantry
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Demographic Inspirations\u2013Detroit respectfully seeks support from the Hermanowski Family Foundation to expand the Dexter-Linwood Cordon Food Pantry Project, a community-based initiative addressing food insecurity among Veterans, seniors, families, and unhoused residents in Northwest Detroit.<\/p>\n
The Dexter-Linwood Cordon experiences persistent food access challenges driven by economic hardship, transportation barriers, and limited proximity to full-service grocery stores. Many residents\u2014particularly Veterans and older adults\u2014depend on irregular emergency food resources. This project provides a reliable, neighborhood-centered solution that delivers nutritious food in a dignified and accessible manner.<\/p>\n
Grant funds will support the operation and expansion of a secure 20-foot shipping container food pantry, including the purchase of fresh produce, proteins, and shelf-stable food; shelving and storage systems; food safety and sanitation supplies; and distribution materials. The pantry will host regular food distributions serving approximately 300 individuals per event, with the capacity to reach 1,500\u20132,000 individuals annually.<\/p>\n
Demographic Inspirations\u2013Detroit is a Veteran-led nonprofit with more than eleven years of experience implementing community-driven solutions, including blight removal, vacant land reuse, placemaking, and food access programming. The food pantry is a key component of a broader neighborhood revitalization strategy designed to stabilize communities, improve health outcomes, and support housing pathways for Veterans.<\/p>\n
Impact will be measured through meals distributed, number of households served, volunteer engagement, and community feedback. Partnerships with local schools, volunteers, and food donors will help ensure efficient operations and sustainability beyond the grant period.<\/p>\n
This project addresses immediate hunger while strengthening long-term neighborhood resilience, health, and stability within the Dexter-Linwood Cordon.<\/p>\n
Total Project Budget: 10,000<\/p>\n
Other Funding
\nSources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Committed Sources \u2022\tNeighborhood Beautification Grant (NBG) \u2013 Support for community cleanup, supplies, and operational capacity \u2022\tIndividual Donations \u2013 Community and supporter contributions \u2022\tIn-Kind Support \u2013 Volunteer labor and donated materials\/equipment from local partners Potential \/ Pending Sources \u2022\tHermanowski Family Foundation \u2013 Project support for food pantry operations \u2022\tSprouts Farmers Market \u2013 Financial or in-kind food sponsorship \u2022\tKroger Community Giving \u2013 Hunger relief and food access support \u2022\tKwik Trip Community Program \u2013 Food distribution sponsorship \u2022\tLowe\u2019s Community Impact Grant \u2013 Materials and supplies for site improvements \u2022\tSunbelt Rentals \u2013 In-kind equipment sponsorship and discounted rentals \u2022\tLocal Faith-Based & Corporate Partners \u2013 Event-based and ongoing support \u2022\tThese combined sources will ensure diversified funding, sustainability, and the successful implementation of the Dexter-Linwood Cordon Food Pantry Project.<\/p>\n
Project Duration: October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
\nGeographical Area Served: Demographic Inspirations\u2013Detroit primarily serves residents within the Dexter-Linwood Cordon in Northwest Detroit, specifically within an eight-block boundary micro-slice community in the City of Detroit. Our service area includes the broader neighborhoods with boundaries Dexter to Linwood and M-10 Lodge Service Drive to Fenkell in the zip code 48238. Replicating our initiative, we focus on communities experiencing high rates of food insecurity, vacant land concentration, economic hardship, and limited access to fresh, affordable groceries. While our core programming is centered within this defined Detroit footprint, we also serve: \u2022\tLow-income families \u2022\tSeniors \u2022\tVeterans \u2022\tUnhoused and housing-insecure individuals \u2022\tReturning citizens Many individuals travel from adjacent neighborhoods within the City of Detroit to access our food pantry distributions and community programming. Our geographic focus allows us to concentrate on resources in a historically underserved corridor while creating measurable, neighborhood-level impact through food access, land reuse, and Placemaking initiatives.
\nAge Group To Be Served: Demographic Inspirations\u2013Detroit serves all age groups, with programming intentionally designed to meet the needs of vulnerable and underserved populations within the Dexter-Linwood Cordon corridor. Primary Age Groups Served: \u2022\tChildren & Youth (0\u201317 years) \u2013 Families with school-aged children experiencing food insecurity \u2022\tYoung Adults (18\u201324 years) \u2013 Workforce-entry individuals and returning citizens \u2022\tAdults (25\u201359 years) \u2013 Low- to moderate-income households, veterans, and unemployed residents \u2022\tSeniors (60+ years) \u2013 Fixed-income residents facing food access and housing instability Special focus is placed on senior citizens and veterans, as both groups represent a significant portion of the households we serve. Our intergenerational approach ensures that food access, community gardening, placemaking activities, and future housing initiatives benefit entire families and strengthen neighborhood stability across all age ranges.<\/p>\n
Contact Information<\/p>\n
Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mr.
\nContact First Name: Ronald
\nContact Last Name: Matten
\nContact Title: CEO
\nContact Phone: 5862607409
\nContact Email: rmatten1@aol.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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