Welcome to The BFDI Effect!

Dear Friends,

It is with great excitement that I welcome you to The BFDI Effect blog, a platform dedicated to sharing the stories that inspire our work at Black Family Development, Inc. (BFDI). Here, we will highlight the incredible resilience of the families we serve, the transformational journeys of our youth, and the impactful programs that drive meaningful change in our community. Each story is a testament to the power of hope and healing, the strength of partnerships, and the boundless possibilities that arise when we come together to uplift Detroit’s families and communities.

This blog site also gives us the opportunity to showcase the heart of BFDI, our exceptional staff. We will feature our Core Value awardees, who embody our commitment to service, integrity, Helping families excel beyond crisis, and Cultivating strong children in healthy families. Additionally, you’ll read about families achieving life-changing transformations, students breaking barriers, and community leaders making a difference. We hope these stories remind you of the incredible impact that compassion, collaboration, and determination can have on shaping brighter futures.

I invite you to join our family by subscribing to our newsletter and becoming an active part of The BFDI Effect. Help us spread the word by sharing these powerful stories with your networks. Together, we can inspire others to invest in Detroit’s youth, families, and neighborhoods, creating ripples of positive change that extend far beyond what we can imagine. Thank you for joining us on this journey of hope and transformation!

With gratitude,

Kenyatta Stephens

CEO, Black Family Development, Inc.