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Detroit MOTTEP Foundation

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Detroit MOTTEP Foundation

MOTTEP serves the African American, American Indian, Hispanic/Latino and Asian/Pacific Islander populations statewide.

The Detroit MOTTEP Foundation saves lives in ethnic minority communities by dispelling common myths about organ/tissue/eye donation and transplant and encouraging healthier living. We use a community-based approach to increase the number of minority organ and tissue donors, and to encourage healthy living to lessen the need for transplants within minority communities. Organ donation is critical to

the minority community because minorities in general (and African Americans in particular) are disproportionately affected by diseases that often lead to organ failure including diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity. Key facts about minorities and donation and transplantation:

• 50% of all patients waiting for transplants are of an ethnic minority.
• Nearly 50% of those needing kidney transplants in Michigan are African American.
• 25 % of the available donors are minorities. Minorities do donate organs and tissues, but not enough to meet the urgent need. Some may be reluctant to sign the Michigan Organ Donor Registry because of:

• Religious beliefs and superstitions
• Mistrust of the medical community
• Lack of awareness
• Racism
• Fear of premature death

05/29/2026

🌿💙 SPRING INTO HEALTH! 💚🌿
June is Men’s Health Month, and the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation’s MOTTEP Men Initiative and Acts House of Judea Community Services invite you to join us for a FREE community health fair designed to help individuals and families take charge of their health and well-being.

📅 Date: Saturday, June 6th
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Second Canaan Baptist Church
9435 Hayes Street
Detroit, MI 48213

Enjoy a day filled with valuable health resources, education, and family-friendly activities, including:
✅ Guest Speakers
✅ Blood Pressure Monitoring
✅ Narcan Distribution
✅ Financial Literacy Resources
✅ Kids Area
✅ Community Health Information & Resources

This event is FREE and open to all. Bring your family, invite a friend, and let’s Spring into Health together!

05/06/2026

✨️💐Honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

This May, the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation proudly recognizes Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich cultures, histories, and enduring contributions of AAPI communities across our nation and within our local communities.

As we honor AAPI Heritage Month, we also recognize the importance of representation in healthcare, the need for increased awareness around organ and tissue donation, and the power of community voices in saving lives. Together, we can continue to Meet the Moment, building trust, sharing knowledge, and creating pathways to better health outcomes for every community we serve.

We celebrate the legacy, resilience, and impact of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities this month and every day.

04/23/2026

Congratulations Detroit NAACP on your 71st Fight For Freedom Fund Dinner 🙌🏾

04/17/2026

We invite you to join Dr. Remonia Chapman and Organ Donation & Transplant Advocate Mike Love this Saturday for and educational conversation. This event is free and open to the public. It begins at 10 am and goes until noon. So stop by and grab a fresh cup of coffee and a baked good with us.

04/06/2026

There is still time to register and join us THIS FRIDAY!
REGISTRATION IS FREE & get a discount on the 2027 KCD Transplant Symposium

Join the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation for the 2026 Kountz Callender Drew Transplant Dialogue, "Where Compassion Meets Innovation". This powerful educational forum brings together leading experts, donor families, and community advocates to explore the life-saving impact of organ donation, advances in transplant research, and strategies to support mental health and wellness. Through inspiring personal stories and cutting-edge insights, this dialogue highlights how compassion, science, and community partnership work together to improve health outcomes and save lives in multicultural communities.

📅 Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
⌚ Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
📍 Location: Virtual
💲 Cost: FREE!

RSVP to save your spot today at dmfdetroit.org/transplant-symposium or scan the QR code.

“This training/event has been approved by the NASW-Michigan Chapter for 2.0 synchronous General social work CEs."

04/04/2026

🌱 Life Grows. Hope Lives On.

April is National Donate Life Month, a time to honor those who have given the precious gift of life through organ, eye, and tissue donation.
Like a tree planted with purpose, one donor can create a legacy that continues to grow for generations. Their selfless gift connects families, strengthens communities, and brings healing where it is needed most.

At the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation, we believe every life saved represents hope taking root and flourishing. Together, we can nurture a future where more lives are transformed through the power of donation.

🌿 Register.
🌿 Share your decision.
🌿 Help life grow.

03/31/2026

REGISTRATION IS FREE & get a discount on the 2027 KCD Transplant Symposium

Join the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation for the 2026 Kountz Callender Drew Transplant Dialogue, "Where Compassion Meets Innovation". This powerful educational forum brings together leading experts, donor families, and community advocates to explore the life-saving impact of organ donation, advances in transplant research, and strategies to support mental health and wellness. Through inspiring personal stories and cutting-edge insights, this dialogue highlights how compassion, science, and community partnership work together to improve health outcomes and save lives in multicultural communities.

📅 Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
⌚ Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
📍 Location: Virtual
💲 Cost: FREE!

RSVP to save your spot today at dmfdetroit.org/transplant-symposium or scan the QR code.

“This training/event has been approved by the NASW-Michigan Chapter for 2.0 synchronous General social work CEs."

03/19/2026

This year’s Kountz Callender Drew Transplant Dialogue will inspire and educate attendees from all backgrounds: physicians, nurses, chaplains, social workers, community leaders, respiratory therapists, and advocates.

📅 Date: Friday, April 10, 2026
⌚ Time: 10 a.m. – Noon
📍 Location: Virtual
💲 Cost: FREE! (Join us and get a discount for the 2027 Transplant Symposium)

RSVP to save your spot today at dmfdetroit.org/transplant-symposium or scan the QR code.

“This training/event has been approved by the NASW-Michigan Chapter for 2.0 synchronous General social work CEs."

03/12/2026

🌍 Today is World Kidney Day | March 12
Your kidneys work hard for you every day, filtering waste, balancing fluids, and keeping your body healthy.

Yet millions of people are living with kidney disease, and many don’t even know it.
Kidney disease disproportionately impacts multicultural communities, making awareness, prevention, and access to transplant even more critical.

At the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation, we are committed to educating communities about kidney health, organ donation, and life-saving transplantation.

One donor can save up to 8 lives.

Call to Action
✔ Get your kidneys checked
✔ Learn about organ donation
✔ Register as an organ donor today

Together we can Meet the Moment and save lives.
💙 Learn more about our mission: detroitmottep.org

02/14/2026

💙 Today is National Donor Day 💙
At the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation, this day is a powerful reminder that one decision can save and heal countless lives. Organ, tissue, and eye donation is more than an act of generosity, it is a lasting legacy of hope, love, and second chances.

Right now, thousands are waiting for the gift of life. By registering as a donor and sharing your decision with your family, you can be the reason someone gets more time, more moments, and more tomorrows.

Join us today in honoring donors, celebrating recipients, and encouraging our community to say YES to life.

🔹 Register as an organ donor
🔹 Start the conversation with your loved ones
🔹 Share this message to spread hope

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736 Lothrop Road
Detroit, MI
48202

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13138759055

Website

http://www.dmfdetroit.org/, http://www.motteplifewalk.org/, http://www.mottepmen.org/

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