Detroit Creative Futures Program
A business growth program for Detroit’s creative entrepreneurs.
Build a stronger business to fuel your creative work.
Creative Futures is a 10-session business development program designed to help Detroit’s creative entrepreneurs build the knowledge, systems, and confidence they need to grow and sustain their businesses. This program is presented by ProsperUs Detroit in partnership with Design Core Detroit, and powered by the Gilbert Family Foundation.
Whether you’re a designer, visual artist, writer, musician, performer, filmmaker, photographer, or creative maker, Creative Futures gives you practical tools to turn your creative work into a stronger, more sustainable business.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Creative Futures is designed for Detroit-based creative entrepreneurs who have been in business for at least one year and are generating revenue through their creative products, services, or artistic practice.
The program is a fit for thise ready to:
- Strengthen the business side of their creative practice
- Build more effective systems and processes
- Gain greater clarity around pricing, finances, and growth
- Develop stronger approaches to marketing and sales
- Address current business challenges with practical strategies
- Connect with experts and other Detroit-based creative entrepreneurs
- Put new tools and ideas into action to support sustainable growth
WHAT TO EXPECT
Creative Futures combines 10 hands-on sessions, expert instruction, and peer connection to give you practical tools you can use in your business right away.
Throughout the program, you’ll explore topics including:
- Pitching and business storytelling
- Legal and business essentials
- Pricing and financials
- Contracts and proposals
- Marketing and sales
- Market research
- Business planning and growth
- Industry expert insights
Expect an interactive, practical experience focused on the real questions and challenges that come with running a creative business. You’ll have opportunities to learn from experts, connect with peers, strengthen business practices, and leave with tools and strategies you can put into action.
Built for Detroit’s Creative Economy
Creative Futures welcomes entrepreneurs across a range of creative disciplines.
Creative ServiceS
- Designers
- Writers
- Musicians
- Performing Artists
- Filmmakers
- Photographers
- Creative Professionals
Creative Makers
- Fashion & Apparel
- Jewelry
- Ceramics
- Textiles
- Furniture
- Art Products
- Handmade Goods
- Product-Based Creatives
Want to Learn More?
Interested in participating? Join an upcoming information session to learn more about the program, eligibility, and the application process. At the information session, you’ll learn more about the program, eligibility requirements, what to expect, and the upcoming application process.
Come with your creativity. Leave with a stronger business.
Applications will open soon. Register to our info session below or at bit.ly/PUDCreative!
REGISTER NOW
ProsperUs Pathways: Creative Futures Lab Info Session - Fall 2026
