Black United Fund of Michigan Inc

For over 55years, BUF provided funding and support to community based non-profits, many of them start-ups groups that targeted the areas of education, community development, cultural enrichment and economic development. Many of these start-ups like the Sphinx, DAPCEP, and Jackets for Jobs, Charles H. Wright Museum, and Detroit Youth Choir are now thriving organizations leaving an indelible mark on the City of Detroit and state of Michigan. Over 1,000 community-based agencies received assistance.

BUF of Michigan shifted its emphasis in 2015 to address the growing needs of youth. The mission was updated to, “BUF is committed to implementing impactful youth empowerment programs through strategic collaborative partnerships for the underserved, underrepresented in the community.”