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

Today, we honor and thank all veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our country. Your dedication inspire...
11/11/2025

Today, we honor and thank all veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our country. Your dedication inspires us every day. Detroit MOTTEP Foundation stands with you and your families, thank you for protecting our freedom.

11/09/2025

We invite you to join us this afternoon for the close of our 30th Anniversary Celebration!

We have had a grand time so far this weekend 🙌🏾 🌟🎵 We invite you to join us tomorrow for our grand finale!  We are so ex...
11/09/2025

We have had a grand time so far this weekend 🙌🏾

🌟🎵 We invite you to join us tomorrow for our grand finale! We are so excited to welcome our special musical guest, Beth, whose performance will add a unique and heartfelt touch to the celebration. We are also excited to have with us this year The Detroit High School of the Arts Choir, Studio Detroit Dance Center, Allison Felder, the SOSL Quintet and Ms. Margo The Bone Reader.

In recognition of National Donor Sabbath, we are proud to blend music, dance, and cultural expression with our ongoing message of hope, healing, and the power of giving.

Join us! Doors open at 3:30 PM, concert begins promptly at 4:00 PM at the historic Hartford Memorial Baptist Church.

11/06/2025

Did you know Detroit MOTTEP has helped save lives for three decades? We’re proud to celebrate our journey and those who’ve made it possible.

🌟Experience an unforgettable afternoon at the Sounds of Saving Lives Concert the grand finale of our 30th Anniversary we...
11/05/2025

🌟Experience an unforgettable afternoon at the Sounds of Saving Lives Concert the grand finale of our 30th Anniversary weekend. This inspiring event brings together a diverse lineup of talented performers, all dedicated to honoring the life-saving impact of organ and tissue donation.

🎵We are especially excited to welcome our special musical guest, Beth Griffith Manley whose performance will add a unique and heartfelt touch to the celebration.

🙏🏾In recognition of National Donor Sabbath, we are proud to blend music, dance, and cultural expression with our ongoing message of hope, healing, and the power of giving.

🎉Join us this Sunday, November 9th at the historic Hartford Memorial Baptist Church as we celebrate lives saved and transformed, through the universal language of the arts.

Celebrating 30 Years of Service.A Legacy of Life, Health and Community.Our Board Chair Dr. Silas Norman and our special ...
11/05/2025

Celebrating 30 Years of Service.
A Legacy of Life, Health and Community.

Our Board Chair Dr. Silas Norman and our special musical guest for our Sounds of Saving Lives Concert BETH joined Maurelle Lue on Fox 2 recently to share about our celebration.

Maurielle Lue and Lee Thomas talking about the news that matters most to the city of Detroit

Support Detroit MOTTEP Foundation at Macy’s!We’re excited to announce that the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation has been select...
10/25/2025

Support Detroit MOTTEP Foundation at Macy’s!
We’re excited to announce that the Detroit MOTTEP Foundation has been selected as a Macy’s Round Up Campaign recipient!

Now through October 31st, you can help support our mission by rounding up your purchase at Macy’s in Twelve Oaks Mall, Novi. Every cent makes a difference for organ and tissue transplant education and outreach in our community.

📍 Macy’s at Twelve Oaks Mall
27550 Novi Rd, Novi, MI 48377

Thank you for helping us save lives, one round up at a time!
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10/18/2025

The Detroit MOTTEP Foundation is honored to announce its 30th Anniversary Celebration Gala Diner on Friday, November 7 begin at 7 o’clock pm. We invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone moment with an unforgettable evening of celebration and gratitude, with fine dining, live entertainment, and powerful storytelling as we reflect on three decades of impact.

For more tickets or more information visit our website at www.dmfdetroit.org

Join us for Community Day! 🎉We’re celebrating 30 years of service with a day dedicated to health, education, and family ...
10/10/2025

Join us for Community Day! 🎉
We’re celebrating 30 years of service with a day dedicated to health, education, and family fun!

📅Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 1PM - 3PM
📍In partnership with Wayne State University Athletics

This free, family-friendly event is all about coming together to learn, connect, and take action for healthier communities. Enjoy health resources, family engagement activities, and the chance to make a life-saving impact by joining the organ donor registry.

Let’s celebrate life and build stronger, healthier communities, one commitment at a time. 💚

💚💙 THANK YOU! 💙💚💚💙 THANK YOU! 💙💚💚💙 THANK YOU! 💙💚To every walker, runner, volunteer, sponsor, vendor, and supporter, YOU ...
08/07/2025

💚💙 THANK YOU! 💙💚
💚💙 THANK YOU! 💙💚
💚💙 THANK YOU! 💙💚
To every walker, runner, volunteer, sponsor, vendor, and supporter, YOU made the 28th Annual LIFE Walk & Run unforgettable!

Because of you, Belle Isle was filled with purpose, joy, and unity as we walked and ran to celebrate life and raise awareness for organ and tissue donation.

To our generous sponsors, hardworking volunteers, amazing vendors, and incredible health fair partners, we couldn't have done it without you.

And to our first-time attendees, welcome to the LIFE Walk family. We can’t wait to see you again!

Together, we are saving lives with every step.

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

Website

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

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