Titan Equity Nourish Network - TENN at University of Detroit Mercy

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Titan Equity Nourish Network - TENN at University of Detroit Mercy

Celebrating 10 years of student and community collaboration for a more food sovereign Detroit Why TENN? Titan: We are proud to be Titans.

Titan Equity Nourish Network (TENN) at University of Detroit Mercy fosters student and community collaboration for a more food sovereign Detroit. TENN provides students with real opportunities to apply things they learn in the classroom as they design and lead programs that promote equity and sustainability in the food system. As a part of the Institute for Leadership and Service, TENN student lea

ders coordinate multiple service opportunities each week that reduce the immediate effects and systemic causes of hunger and food waste. Visit our linktr.ee in bio to see our calendar of events, sign up for volunteer opportunities, visit our website, and donate to support our crowdfunding campaign. Community collaboration ignites our students and nourishes growth through meaningful service opportunities and educational engagement. Equity: We strive for a food system that is grounded in equity because equality does not equate to justice. Through mutually beneficial relationships with our community, we seek to examine and remediate the root causes of food and environmental inequity. Nourish: We nourish bodies, relationships, minds, and the earth. While nourishment can be acquired through food, we also nourish through community engagement, education, and sustainable practices. Network: We are privileged to be a part of a greater network. In collaboration with Detroit Mercy staff, faculty, and students, and community partners and campus neighbors, we work together for a more food sovereign Detroit.

08/31/2026

TENN is hiring! Join us as our Delivery Coordinator and help make a direct impact in the Detroit community.

Apply now using the QR code or using the application link in our bio!

08/28/2026

Join us for an open prayer service and shared meal as we gather in community, lift one another up, and pray for the health and wellness of our community. Everyone is welcome!

08/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our August Garden Party! We had a great time harvesting fresh vegetables, enjoying food, playing games, and spending time together in the garden.

We’re so grateful to our students, volunteers, and community members who continue to support TENN and help our garden grow!

08/03/2026

Garden Update!

Our garden continues to grow thanks to the amazing support of our community! A huge thank you to our student and alumni volunteers who helped construct and fill our garden beds.

We’re also incredibly grateful to Home Depot, Lowe’s, Greenfield Landscape, Blocks Romulus, and Telly’s for their generous donations. Your support is helping us create a space that will continue to provide fresh produce and bring our community together.

We can’t wait to share more updates as the garden continues to grow!

07/07/2026

Every week our volunteers help make a difference!

From our Friday food deliveries to serving seniors at Theresa Maxis, we are committed to making fresh and healthy food more accessible.

A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers who have truly dedicated their time to making all this possible.

06/23/2026

Garden Party Recap🪏🫜

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Garden Party! We enjoyed an afternoon of harvesting, food, and community. A special thank you to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and the New Martin District Association for hosting and supporting this event. We appreciate everyone who came out and helped make the day a success.

06/09/2026

Join us for a fun afternoon of food, harvesting, and community at our Garden Party!
Come connect, learn, and help us grow together. We hope to see you there!

📍 16100 Lawton St. Detroit, MI 48221
🗓 June 18, 2026 | 4–6 PM

04/24/2026

Another successful annual fundraising event 👚🩳 Thank you for having us at destress fest! ✨

It's not too late to join in and support our sustainability and food justice mission! Visit the link below to help us reach our goal by May 1st.
https://www.udmercy.edu/giving/fund/event/food-fest.php

04/14/2026

It is an honor to be included in edible WOW's article highlighting universities addressing food insecurity in their communities.

We are proud of TENN's impact and grateful to be recognized by incredible organizations like edible Wow. In 2025, we delivered 36,346 pounds of food, fed 300 families, and diverted over 15,000 pounds of food waste from landfills!

Shout out to our student leaders, community partners, volunteers, and supporters that make this work possible!

A gift of just $14 provides one family with fresh proteins and dairy for an entire week. TENN’s Annual Fundraiser runs through April 30—if you’re able, please consider donating today to help keep this impact growing. 👉 https://www.udmercy.edu/giving/fund/event/food-fest.php

03/24/2026

Closet clean-out = community impact 👕✨
Donate your gently used clothes to TENN now through April 10!
Top student group wins a PIZZA PARTY 🍕

Address

4001 W McNichols Road
Detroit, MI
48221

Website

https://linktr.ee/tennetwork

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