Detroit Peoples Community
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our organization works to stabilize and strengthen under-resourced Detroit neighborhoods by addressing the root causes of poverty, violence, and inequality through community-led outreach, data-driven programming, and advocacy. We focus on communities experiencing concentrated economic hardship, limited access to employment, housing instability, and high rates of violence-conditions that disproportionately impact low-income families and youth.
- Income
- $1.2 million
- Spending
- $1.3 million
- Spent on programs
- 88%
- Reserves
- 0.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 90%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 60
- Highest pay
- $112,172, president
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 62 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.2 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 0% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 3% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 366% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1587% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 80 out of 100. Higher than 31% of charities in its peer group (community improvement, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
5 of 250 of 5 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (4)
- $186,000 spent. Over a four-month period, the Tax Foreclosure Prevention initiative Neighbor2Neighbor conducted outreach to 64,003 residential units ("doors") identified as potentially at risk. During this campaign, staff successfully made 20,406 direct contacts with residents or property stakeholders. This resulted in a 40.18% contact rate, meaning that approximately two out of every five households reached through outreach efforts engaged in direct communication with the program. This level of engagement within a relatively short time frame demonstrates substantial outreach penetration across the target population. Achieving over 20,000 contacts in four months indicates consistent field or communication activity and suggests that the outreach strategy was effective in reaching a significant share of at-risk households. While more than half of the targeted properties remain not contacted, the current contact rate provides a strong foundation for continued engagement, follow up communication, and connection to foreclosure prevention resources. Overall, the data reflects meaningful progress in identifying and engaging homeowners at risk of tax foreclosure, while also highlighting the opportunity to expand outreach methods to further increase contact rates in future phases of the program.
- $495,000 spent. Shot Stoppers Program - Community Violence Intervention. There are many accomplishments we've executed. Over the course of 20 weeks of engagement within the Detroit Public Schools Community District, the Shot Stoppers Program implemented a comprehensive community violence intervention strategy focused on prevention, mediation, youth engagement, and direct support for individuals at high risk. During this period, the program responded to 45 incidents requiring violent intervention and mediation, demonstrating an active presence in addressing conflicts before they escalated further. These interventions reflect the program's role as a rapid-response and relationship-based violence interruption effort within the community. Youth engagement was also a central component of the initiative. The program facilitated 15 field trips and enrichment sessions, providing students with constructive activities and exposure to positive experiences beyond their immediate environment. These opportunities supported mentorship, relationship building, and alternatives to violence for participating youth. The program also launched its inaugural 20-week Violence Deterrence Fellowship Program, designed to equip participants with the skills, resources, and mentorship necessary to become community leaders and violence prevention advocates. As of this reporting period, the fellowship is 9 weeks into its first cohort, marking an important milestone in developing long-term community-based violence prevention capacity. In addition to prevention and engagement work, the program provided critical safety support for individuals facing immediate threats. The team conducted three emergency relocations for at-risk and high-risk individuals, ensuring immediate protection and stabilization. These relocations were supported by a comprehensive intake and referral process, along with the development of a risk assessment protocol designed to identify urgent needs and connect individuals with a coordinated list of immediate resources. Overall, the data reflects a multi-layered violence prevention approach that combines direct intervention, youth engagement, leadership development, and crisis response to support safer communities.
- $383,700 spent. JumpStart was an innovative workforce development program launched by the City of Detroit and funded through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). It aimed to support Detroiters facing significant barriers to employment: such as long-term unemployment, lack of a high school diploma, or economic hardship; by providing access to education, training, individualized coaching, and job placement. The program partnered with community organizations (IDOs) to deliver support and ensure participants receive the resources needed to succeed. Since launch, JumpStart served over 1,800 Detroiters, helping hundreds secure jobs, earn credentials, and build brighter futures for their families. Employment and Readiness Outcomes (Detroit Peoples Community) Detroit Peoples Community enrolled 445 participants in the JumpStart program. Not all participants entered job- ready; many engaged in multiple tracks on their way to employment. Detroit Peoples Community helped participants strengthen their skills, pursue education, and prepare for long-term success. * 9 participants obtained their GED * 271 participants entered training programs * 287 participants secured employment Detroit Peoples Community has been an important partner in the JumpStart program, providing Detroiters with real opportunities for skill-building and economic mobility. Over the course of the year, Detroit Peoples Community delivered a robust menu of services-including training, individualized coaching, and direct connections to local employers. The organization's hands-on, supportive approach resulted in 287 participants securing employment. By focusing on everyone's strengths and career goals, they helped jobseekers find positions that matched their aspirations, laying the foundation for long-term success. Detroit Peoples Community's strong performance reflects a deep commitment to Detroit's residents. Through targeted training, dedicated coaching, and ongoing encouragement, this IDO has empowered Detroiters to overcome barriers, achieve their goals, and build better futures for themselves and their families. Their achievements set a powerful example for workforce programs citywide, showing what's possible when our community is equipped with the resources and support it needs to thrive.
- $38,735 spent. TaxForeclosure prevention
Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending September 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 2020.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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