Detroit MOTTEP Foundation

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

09/03/2026

Every life-changing journey begins with a moment. ✨

A moment to say YES.
A moment to take control of your health.
A moment to receive a second chance.
A moment when a community comes together.
A moment when one conversation inspires change.

Something powerful is coming from the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation. 🎙️

Introducing MOTTEP Moments The Podcast — where meaningful conversations meet health, leadership, community, and the decisions that can change lives.

Because sometimes… one moment is all it takes.

🎧 Coming Soon.

MOTTEP Moments The Podcast
Conversations that inspire healthier lives, stronger communities, and decisions that save lives.

08/31/2026

👀 Something new is coming…

New conversations. Powerful voices. Real stories. Meaningful moments.

We’re getting ready to introduce something created to inspire healthier lives, strengthen communities, and move the mission forward.

🎙️ Stay close. This is only the beginning.

08/31/2026
National Minority Donor Awareness Month celebrates 3 decades of promoting physical health and wellness, along with promo...
08/20/2026

National Minority Donor Awareness Month celebrates 3 decades of promoting physical health and wellness, along with promoting the importance of organ, tissue, and eye donation. This month represents awareness, accountability, and action to save and enhance the lives of those in our families and communities.

National Minority Donor Awareness Month (NMDAM) this year marks 30 years of providing education to the multicultural com...
08/19/2026

National Minority Donor Awareness Month (NMDAM) this year marks 30 years of providing education to the multicultural community about organ donation and transplantation. Founded in 1996 by MOTTEP, originally as National Minority Donor Awareness week, and is now celebrated as a collaborative effort by the National Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Multicultural Action Group. Over 60% of those waiting for organ and tissue transplants are ethnic minorities, and NMDAM is an opportunity to celebrate organ donation, encourage donor registration, and promote healthy lifestyles to reduce the need for transplantation.

🎶We’re proud to support Jazz on the Lawn, a beautiful evening of live music, community, and summer vibes!Join us on Satu...
08/13/2026

🎶We’re proud to support Jazz on the Lawn, a beautiful evening of live music, community, and summer vibes!

Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at 12800 Kelly Rd, Detroit, MI 48224 for A Night of Live Music.

Wear all white, bring your lawn chairs, and enjoy live music, local food vendors, and more.

Detroit MOTTEP Foundation is honored to be a sponsor of this special event. We hope to see you there!

We’re proud to support Jazz on the Lawn, a beautiful evening of live music, community, and summer vibes!Join us on Satur...
08/13/2026

We’re proud to support Jazz on the Lawn, a beautiful evening of live music, community, and summer vibes!

Join us on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM at 12800 Kelly Rd, Detroit, MI 48224 for A Night of Live Music.

Wear all white, bring your lawn chairs, and enjoy live music, local food vendors, and more.

Detroit MOTTEP Foundation is honored to be a sponsor of this special event. We hope to see you there!

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08/07/2026

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08/05/2026

💙💚 What a wonderful morning spent with an incredible community of people!
Thank you, thank you, thank you! To every participant, sponsor, donor family, transplant recipient, living donor, community partner, volunteer, healthcare professional, advocate, community member, and our honorary co-chairs, your support, energy, and commitment helped make the 29th Annual LIFE Walk & Run a tremendous success!

We are deeply grateful to everyone who walked, ran, volunteered, supported, celebrated, and stood with us in the mission of saving and improving lives.

We cannot wait to welcome you back next year for a very special milestone, our 30th Annual LIFE Walk & Run Celebration!

Until then, let’s continue changing lives and strengthening communities, one step at a time! 💙💚

Address

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

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