Join Us!
The ProsperUs Family Block Party is more than an event—it’s a celebration of unity, innovation, and the spirit of entrepreneurship. Join us as we come together to inspire, celebrate, and be joyful in the name of community.
Whether you’re a past graduate, borrower, service provider, or an enthusiastic member of the community, this is your moment! Join us for a vibrant gathering designed for the ProsperUs community of entrepreneurs and their families. From visionary dreamers to budding entrepreneurs to scaling business owners, we want to see you there—because every entrepreneurial journey begins somewhere.
Date + Time
September 28, 2023 @ 6 – 9 PM
Doors open at 5 PM.
Location
Eastern Market, Shed 5
2810 Russell Street Detroit, MI 48207
PArty Plan
5-6 PM: Doors Open
Gather with friends and family for a night of community celebration.
Join the ProsperUs Team for the presentation of the annual Monica Echeverri Casarez Neighborhood Hero Awards, the announcement of the winner of the Citizens Economic Opportunity Fund Small Business Award, and some final words from our departing Executive Director, Chanell Scott Contreras.
6:30-9 PM: Food, Fun, and Festivities
Enjoy fun activities for kids and adults while connecting with the ProsperUs family! We will be featuring food trucks, live performances, carriage rides, games, a bounce house, and time to connect with our community partners.
Apply for the ProsperUs & Citizens Economic Opportunity Fund Small Business Award
ProsperUs Detroit, in partnership with the Citizens Economic Opportunity Fund Small Business Award, is presenting one $10,000 grant to an existing and active business owner in our network. The award will be presented at the ProsperUs Detroit Family Block Party on September 28, 2023.
Additionally, ProsperUs will award two $5,000 grants to the second and third placing applicants.
Applications are due on September 4, 2023, at 11:59 PM.
