Skip to main content
Rain icon
36º

$6 million added to fund to help Detroiters avoid eviction

Announcement made during a 2 p.m. live stream

Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan (WDIV)

DETROIT – Mayor Mike Duggan announced Wednesday more help is available for Detroiters trying to avoid evictions amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

July 15, 2020: Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 71,197; Death toll now at 6,085

Recommended Videos



Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Executive Order banning evictions is set to expire Wednesday.

Duggan announced an additional $6 million are being added to a fund to help Detroit residents stay in their homes. The fund, totaling $11 million, pays for programs to offer residents legal and financial help.

You can find more information on the official Detroit Eviction Prevention Resources website here, or by calling 866-313-2520

MORE: Local News


About the Authors
Dane Kelly headshot

Dane is a producer and media enthusiast. He previously worked freelance video production and writing jobs in Michigan, Georgia and Massachusetts. Dane graduated from the Specs Howard School of Media Arts.

Cassidy Johncox headshot

Cassidy Johncox is a senior digital news editor covering stories across the spectrum, with a special focus on politics and community issues.

Loading...

Recommended Videos