Block Clubs

WHAT IS A BLOCK CLUB AND WHY SHOULD YOU CREATE ONE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD?

A block club is a neighborhood organization whose members come from the neighborhood and whose purpose is to solve problems of the members, spread information on helpful resources, and create community projects that benefit the area. Block clubs help strengthen the community, and those that participate become better neighbors and better citizens. They improve the health, safety, physical, and economic standards of residents, and they develop a spirit of cooperation and social interaction among residents. Knowing your neighbors creates a sense of community.

WHO IS INVOLVED

Members are anyone in your neighborhood interested in coming together.

HOW TO CREATE A BLOCK CLUB

Only a few dedicated people are needed to get your group started. You can recruit more neighbors by passing out flyers or making an announcement in the community, church, newspapers, or social media.

WHERE AND WHEN TO HAVE YOUR BLOCK CLUB

Once you gather a few neighbors, decide where and when you’d like to have your meetings. Many groups ask surrounding churches or community organizations if they have space to use. It is common for block clubs to meet once a month for an hour or two.

NEXT STEPS

Make it official by contacting your District Managers to acquire a block club application and register with the City of Detroit. This is important if your block club chooses to partner with the City to address City services or request street closures for a block club party. The City will also be able to connect your block club with guest speakers and resources that con be presented at the meetings.