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Community Data Support

Feb 28, 2018 | Announcement, Meghin Mather

In June 2017, The Kresge Foundation awarded Data Driven Detroit a grant to bolster its efforts as Detroit’s community data intermediary and support several existing initiatives. We continue to show thanks to our funders and partners by showcasing the important work...

Measuring Hard to Count Populations

Feb 13, 2018 | Census, Dom Korzecke

It shouldn’t be surprising that the Census Bureau does not perform with 100 percent accuracy when carrying out its official Census every 10 years. Some people are difficult to reach, and others may decide not to fill out the form. If the number of people who do not...

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families

Feb 1, 2018 | D3 Data, Stephanie Quesnelle

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a federally funded block grant. States operate a variety of programs utilizing this funding, but they must fall under one of the four purposes of TANF: Provide assistance to needy families so that children can be cared...

Redistricting and the Census

Jan 18, 2018 | Census, Zach Brown

This is the seventh blog post in an in-depth series exploring the history and future of the US Census. Explore our first post introducing readers to the history of the census and its importance. If you’re interested in other subjects related to Census 2020, check out...

InnovateGov Intern Spotlight – Where are they now? (Jordon Newton)

Jan 10, 2018 | Announcement, Meghin Mather

In Summer of 2016, Data Driven Detroit (D3) entered a partnership with Michigan State University’s InnovateGov internship program. Through this program, MSU students get the opportunity for an immersive experience working at an organization in the city of Detroit....

Data Security and the Census

Dec 12, 2017 | Census, Zach Brown

This is the sixth blog post in an in-depth series exploring the history and future of the US Census. Explore our first post introducing readers to the history of the census and its importance. If you’re interested in other subjects related to Census 2020, check out...

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