Mission:
Through the shared vision of the Strategic Framework, Detroit Future City (DFC) is committed to advancing the quality of life for all Detroiters. We will accomplish this in partnership with residents and public and private stakeholders, and through data-driven strategies that promote the advancement of land use and sustainability, and community and economic development.

Who We Are: 
DFC is a nonprofit charged with catalyzing implementation of the DFC Strategic Framework, a 50-year vision for the City of Detroit developed with input from more than 100,000 Detroiters.

Our role is to steward equitable implementation of the recommendations made in the Strategic Framework through providing access and information to Detroiters, informing and guiding decision-makers’ initiatives and projects, and the coordination of a multitude of stakeholders.

How We Are Going To Do This:

Stewarding
the DFC Strategic Framework recommendations

Advocating
for innovative approaches, policies and systems

Integrating
civic awareness and community participation

Ensuring
racial equity in all practices


Our Core Principles:

Be aspirational
where we should be and practical where we must be.

Be respectful
of the city’s history, community efforts and new ideas.

Be just and equitable
in seeking to create benefits for all.

Be transparent and inclusive
of all voices participating in improving our community.


Community & Lifestyle

Humanitarian

Non Profit

Detroit Future City

Detroit Future City's headquarters in Detroit, United States

Anika Goss

Ashley Williams Clark

Jonathan Jenkins

Tom Goddeeris

The Leadership Team at Detroit Future City is responsible for guiding and overseeing the implementation of the organization's strategic initiatives in alignment with the DFC Strategic Framework. This includes stewarding equitable practices, advocating for innovative policies, and integrating civic awareness and community participation. The team ensures that all efforts are respectful, inclusive, transparent, and aim to enhance the quality of life for all Detroiters through collaborative partnerships and data-driven strategies.

Leadership Team

The Program Management team at Detroit Future City is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the DFC Strategic Framework. This includes managing and coordinating various projects and initiatives, ensuring they align with the framework's vision and principles. The team works closely with residents, stakeholders, and decision-makers to promote innovative approaches, sustainability, and equitable community and economic development across Detroit.

Program Management

This department focuses on developing and implementing strategies for land use and community design to promote equitable neighborhoods.

Urban Planning

This department focuses on research initiatives and provides oversight and strategic direction through board membership.

Detroit Future City

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Teams

Leadership Team

Program Management

Urban Planning

Research and Governance

Offices

Detroit Future City

Org chart

Teams

Leadership Team

Program Management

Urban Planning

Research and Governance

Offices

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