Collaboration over competition - building community together
At Ypsi CAN, we believe in the power of collaboration. We actively work to de-silo community resources and bring organizations together with mutual alignment on community causes. Together, we create greater impact than we ever could alone.
We view other organizations as partners, not competitors. Everyone benefits when we work together.
We actively connect care providers, share resources, and increase efficiency through networking.
We partner with organizations that share our commitment to positive community building and forward movement.
We believe in bringing all concerned parties together for community causes that matter.
Organizations we're proud to collaborate with
The Ballin Initiative
Collaborating on youth events and 3-on-3 basketball tournaments, creating safe spaces for young people.
Partnership on community support initiatives including annual Thanksgiving turkey distribution.
Joint efforts in youth development and community resource connection.
Collaborative community building and engagement initiatives.
Partnership on youth programs and community events.
Collaborative mentoring and youth development programs.
Supporting youth through basketball and community engagement.
Hosting Good Social networking events and community gatherings.
Event venue partner for community gatherings and fundraising events.
Partners: Ozone House, A Brighter Way, Community Engagement Coalition, Undeziana Nation, Mentor2Youth, Washtenaw IBA
By bringing together six organizations, we created a comprehensive youth event with basketball, gaming, food, prizes, and resource connections—serving over 100 young people in a single evening.
Impact: Demonstrated the power of de-siloed collaboration to maximize community resources and reach.
Partners: The People's Opportunity Farm, local nonprofits, care providers
Monthly First Friday gatherings bring together 50+ members of Ypsilanti's social good network for connection, inspiration, and resource sharing. These events have led to numerous new partnerships and collaborative projects.
Impact: Created a consistent networking space that has spawned dozens of new community collaborations.
Co-create and co-host events that serve the community together.
Share knowledge, connections, and resources to better serve Ypsilanti.
Support one of our three program pillars with expertise or resources.
Provide space for events, meetings, or community gatherings.
Interested in partnering with Ypsi CAN? Tell us about your organization and how we might work together.
All hands on deck for concerned community causes with mutual alignment