Metro Detroit Residents Can Access Free $750 Credit-Repair Grant

A local partnership between Gesher Human Services and Huntington Bank offers a free, four-week online program for metro Detroit residents with credit scores of 600 or below. Participants can receive a $750 grant to pay down debt after completing the program’s sessions in October.

What is happening

Gesher Human Services and Huntington Bank are running a voluntary, free, virtual program designed to help people with low credit scores improve their financial situation. The program lasts four weeks, with one online session each Thursday in October (the 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th) from noon to 1 p.m. Eastern Time. Completing the program makes participants eligible for a $750 grant aimed at reducing existing debt.

Key facts for readers

Eligibility: metro Detroit residents with a credit score at 600 or below.
Format: free, virtual program; four weekly sessions in October.
Benefit: a $750 grant to help pay down debt after completing the program.
Access: all sessions online at the scheduled times.
Context: Detroit’s average credit score is reported as 570 in cited coverage, lower than nearby cities like Chicago (630) and Grand Rapids (634).

Who is affected

The program targets residents of the Metro Detroit area who have lower credit scores (600 or below). Those who participate and finish all four online sessions can receive a $750 grant to apply toward debts such as loans or credit card balances.

Practical next steps

Confirm eligibility based on your credit score and location.
Register for the four Thursday online sessions in October (8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, noon–1 p.m.).
Attend all four sessions to qualify for the $750 grant.
Use the grant specifically to reduce existing debt to potentially improve future financial terms.

Limits and questions

Details about program requirements, income limits, or how grants are disbursed beyond the four-week schedule are not provided in the available sources. Readers should verify with the program organizers for precise eligibility criteria, disbursement method, and any potential taxes or reporting obligations tied to the grant.

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