Bank of America Accelerates Detroit’s Mobility Future with $100K Grant for Software Developer Training

Image courtesy of Bank of America Bank of America is fueling the future of innovation in Michigan with a $100,000 grant to the Michigan Central Center for Mobility and Society. Born out of Ford Motor Co.’s vision for a more sustainable and equitable future, Michigan Central is a global hub for groundbreaking technology and transformative programs. This generous grant will accelerate the nonprofit’s mission to drive progress at the mobility, community, and innovation crossroads. The grant will support Michigan Central’s talent development program, which strives to build an equitable, skilled talent pool to drive Detroit’s mobility ecosystem. The program offers world-class training, post-secondary education, and career readiness resources. Specifically, this partnership will provide learners with the software and hardware needed to enhance their educational experience.  A key initiative supported by the bank’s grant, the software developer training program, will enhance economic mobility for dozens of Detroit residents over the next two years. The education programming component of this initiative will be launched in 2025 based on the demand for diverse skills sets in technology-based talent. With a high placement rate for software developers, graduates are expected to secure competitive jobs, with projected annual salaries ranging from $70,000 to $85,000. This...