Cities of Promise is an initiative led by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) that applies resources and the expertise of statewide partners to restore the urban neighborhoods and districts of eight Michigan cities to former attractiveness and vibrancy.


Through Cities of Promise, municipalities and organizations are working to:

  • Improve safety/security
  • Reduce unemployment
  • Improve educational attainment
  • Improve health outcomes
  • Increase/improve cultural opportunities


These efforts promise to attract entrepreneurs and people of talent to apply their inspiration and innovation to boost the economic vitality of these important cities.

Governor Granholm of Michigan