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2026 SDBA Community Investment Breakfast: New Beginnings Rooted in Community, Rising in Opportunity

2026 SDBA Community Investment Breakfast: New Beginnings Rooted in Community, Rising in Opportunity

Event Details

The Corner Ballpark - Detroit PAL HQ, 1680 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI, 48216
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When: Friday, June 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Where: The Corner Ballpark (Detroit PAL), 1680 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216

Registration / Tickets: Buy individual tickets or tables on Eventbrite: Eventbrite link
Event page: southwestdetroit.com

Cost:  $108.55 individual, $770.13- table 

Description: Join the Southwest Detroit Business Association for the 2026 Community Investment Breakfast, a morning gathering of changemakers, champions, and collaborators committed to Southwest Detroit’s future. Proceeds support small business development and training; placemaking and corridor beautification; youth programming through COMPÁS cultural arts; the new Retail Accelerator and Community Space at La Joya Gardens; and continued advocacy for equitable investment in our community.

The breakfast will be moderated by WDIV’s Jason Colthorp and will include special greetings and remarks from Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield.

Four individuals will be honored for their commitment to the community:

  • Community Investment: Frank Venegas Jr. and Sylvia Gucken Group
  • Southwest Champion: Maria Salinas
  • Real Estate/Business Investment: Rodrigo Padilla

Parking and venue accessibility: The Corner Ballpark is Detroit PAL’s venue at 1680 Michigan Ave; please consult the venue for parking details.

Other: check-in:7:45 AM; program begins promptly at 8:00 AM.

Contact: SDBA, (313) 842-0986, info@southwestdetroit.com

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