Brilliant
Pontiac
The Pontiac Story
We are thrilled to be joining hands with caring partner organizations, local officials, and neighbors to bring our model of Kid Success to the Pontiac community. While close to Detroit, Pontiac has its own thriving culture, and a long and rich history, as it was the first inland settlement in Michigan. In 1820, when Oakland County was formed, Pontiac was designated as the county seat. Pontiac was an epicenter of automotive manufacturing in the early to mid-20th century, including the production of the Pontiac brand from General Motors. The city features many notable Michigan landmarks, including the northern end of Woodward Avenue, which was the first paved roadway in the country. We look forward to deepening our relationships in Pontiac and expanding our impact together.
What is a Brilliant Cities Hub?
Our hubs are intended to be a one-stop shop for families with children 0-8. These locations are often repurposed, vacant houses, which ensures they are accessible within neighborhoods and have a warm and familial feel. At our hubs, families can participate in programs within each of the pillars of our work — education, health, family support, and community-building. Offerings include: literacy support, early childhood vocabulary development, nutrition, physical fitness, mental health support groups, community meals, and more. We also provide resources including diapers, clothing, food, and books. Everything is free of charge.
If you’re interested in joining a program at a Brilliant Pontiac hub, accessing the resources we provide, or simply want to learn more about what we do, please fill out the form linked below. We’ll then connect you with the Brilliant Pontiac hub nearest to you.
Our Local Team
Ambassadors of our mission responsible for financial oversight and long-term sustainability.
This includes our board governance, communications, evaluation, partner development, and strategy staff.
This includes our hub managers and coordinators, as well as outreach staff.
This includes our HR, facilities, finance, and general operations staff.
This includes all staff involved in coordination and delivery of programs, as well as data management.
This includes all volunteer management and fund development staff.
Our Funders
The following individuals and organizations generously share their resources with us and our partners in order to advance Kid Success. We cannot thank them enough!
Our Partners
Our work would not be possible without our partner organizations, which connect us with community, provide powerful programs, and much more. We are grateful to all of those organizations currently in our family and eager to connect with more!
Want To Partner With Us?AECOM
Baby 2 Baby
Book Depot
Collaborative Design Center
Eastern Market Partnership
Every School Day Counts Detroit
First Up
AECOM
Baby 2 Baby
Book Depot
Collaborative Design Center
Eastern Market Partnership
Every School Day Counts Detroit
First Up
826 Michigan
A Girl Like Me
AARP
Aetna
All Star Girls
American Heart Association
Arts Scraps
Autism Speaks
Booknook
Children’s Center
Color of Autism
Community Music School (MSU)
Crossroads of Michigan
America Reads
Blessing Bags Brigade of MI
Crockett-Lumumba Scholars
Detroit Educational Takeover
DTE
Ford
John Sznewajs Group
Volunteer With Us
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Brilliant Cities! Our work cannot advance without your support. There are many opportunities to choose from but if you don’t see something on our list that is of interest, let us know about the gifts and talents you’d like to contribute to Kid Success.
Apply Now To VolunteerWork With Us
As Brilliant Cities staff and interns, the work of Kid Success is in our heads, our hearts, and on our shoulders. We would be honored by you joining our team. We are not currently hiring for particular roles but are looking for interns to support our build-out. You may email your interest to info@brilliantcities.org and, if your interest is employment, we will let you know when we are ready to hire.
See Current OpportunitiesReports
Annual Report 2023
Annual Report 2022
Annual Report 2021
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