TechTown Detroit

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This campaign ended on April 13, 2023, but you can still make a gift to Wayne State University by clicking here!
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An Anonymous DonorIsmail Hader matched $50

An Anonymous DonorMonica Brockmeyer & Ken Bernard matched $3,000
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The advocate that has the highest number of donors at the end of Giving Day 2023 will win a timeless, green Wayne State crewneck sweatshirt!

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The advocate that has the second highest number of donors at the end of Giving Day 2023 will win a tailgate package, including a plush green and gold blanket with Wayne State shield logo to keep you warm and a set of koozies for your drink of choice!

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The advocate with the third highest number of donors at the end of Giving Day 2023 will win a white Wayne State Warriors tumbler - for all of your hydration needs!
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Giving Day contributions of every size make a major difference! Support TechTown Detroit today.

TechTown helps Detroiters pursue their dreams and revitalize their neighborhoods.

Throughout more than 16 years TechTown Detroit has supported 5,371 businesses at our Midtown hub and in neighborhoods across Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park. These businesses created 2,277 jobs and raised $385 million in startup capital.

From neighborhood fixtures like Southwest Detroit’s Sicily’s Pizza to Downtown’s House of Pure Vin and Rivertown’s Breadless, TechTown’s impact on Detroit neighborhoods continues to grow.

Retail Boot Camp, which is currently training its 14th cohort, TechTown has helped some of your favorite businesses launch their brick-and-mortar locations across the city. Now YOU can support future Detroit retail gems by donating to this spring’s Retail Boot Camp pitch competition winners!

At the Retail Boot Camp Showcase on May 23, program participants will pitch their retail concept for a chance to win $5,000. If you help us reach our goal of $10,000, two aspiring entrepreneurs will see their dreams of grand openings come true and contribute to the revitalization and reimagining of their Detroit neighborhoods. Join us on May 23 where you can sit in the front row and see aspiring entrepreneurs turn their dreams into reality!


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Wayne State faculty and staff can give via payroll deduction here

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Sean Werdlow
Gave $100,000 during a Challenge!
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School of Medicine Board of Governors
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Fred and Sue Sievert
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Bob and Jeri Kelch
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Marion Ringe ’70, M.A. ‘77
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Greg and Patty Wernette
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David and Julie Ripple
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Diane Levine, MD
Heart icon matched a total of $10,000
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Dr. Margaret E. Winters and Dr. Geoffrey S. Nathan
Gave $10,000 during a Challenge!