1–2 YEARS
Strengthen the foundation
- Assist 150 families annually
- Serve 100 youth annually
- Host quarterly engagement events
- Expand partnerships and sustainable funding
About TZL CEI
One organization. Three signature programs. Lasting community impact.
TZL CEI creates a connected model for youth leadership, family support, service, partnership, and civic engagement across Washtenaw County.
Why CEI exists
Community needs are connected. The response should be connected too.
Young people thrive when leadership development is reinforced by family stability, community service, informed citizenship, caring adults, and visible pathways to opportunity.
- One mission across youth, families, and civic engagement
- Long term pathways instead of isolated activities
- Strategic partnerships that increase reach and quality
- Accountability through governance, documentation, and measurable outcomes
Future vision
Growth with purpose, structure, and sustainability.
CEI is building toward a larger community platform while protecting the quality, relationships, and accountability that make the work meaningful.
3–6 YEARS
Expand opportunity
- Increase civic education and advocacy
- Host annual conferences and forums
- Grow scholarships and educational access
- Develop additional community partnerships
7–10 YEARS
Build lasting systems
- Reduce educational opportunity gaps
- Establish sustainable resource centers
- Create long term leadership pathways
- Build a replicable community impact model
Our commitment
Educate. Empower. Elevate.
Every program, partnership, and investment should help people grow, help families become stronger, and help communities shape a better future.