Better Way Detroit began with a simple belief, that everyone deserves the chance to work, to belong, and to be seen.

Founded by Fr. Marko Djonovic, the initiative started as a local outreach effort and has grown into a 501(c)(3) secular nonprofit dedicated to providing meaningful work opportunities for Detroit’s unhoused community. The program is sustained entirely through individual donations and local partnerships.

Each day, Better Way Detroit offers paid work, meals, and a pathway to employment. Every interaction is guided by dignity, trust, and mutual respect — helping people take their next step forward.