Meet Our Founder
David Woods is a true visionary of a dream come true. At a very young age, David knew that he would be an entrepreneur and would be a beacon of light for his peers, and everyone else his Spirit of an Enjoyable Detroit touches everyone he meets. He has successfully integrated his unwavering passion for our city to thrive, and his strong business and entrepreneurial acumen, creating a platform for our youth to stand united and uplift our great City.
David’s passion for the youth resulted in the founding of Enjoy Detroit, a 501c3 not-for-profit organization started in 2013, with a passion for contributing positive change to the City of Detroit. David, along with dedicated team and numerous volunteers. Enjoy Detroit has been able to connect with the youth in the Metropolitan Detroit area, through their volunteer efforts and consistent involvement in city rehabilitation activities and initiatives. David has made giving back look very cool, while wearing apparel with the Enjoy Detroit logo proudly across his chest.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to SERVE the CITIZENS of Detroit through programs that strengthen our COMMUNITY, support self-sufficiency, and advocate the advancement of YOUTH.
SERVE
SERVICE - Enjoy Detroit believes that you are never too rich to give back.
EDUCATE - Enjoy Detroit is dedicated to building future leaders through education, mentorship and empowerment .
REVITALIZE - All parts of Detroit should be enjoyable.
VICTORY - Enjoy Detroit believes in an environment of inclusion; EVERYONE IS A WINNER!
ELEVATION - Enjoy Detroit sets no limitations on the growth of our city or the people within our community.
Awards & Acknowledgements
2014, 2015, & 2016 Southfield DECA Award
2015 Detroit Who’s Who Edition
2015 Michigan Chronicle Community Trail Blazers Award
2017 Mary Sheffield Community Award & Spirit of Detroit Award
2017 YMCA Carrie Terry Award
2017 Detroit City Council President Brenda Jones Spirit of Detroit Award
2018 Tribute from the State of Michigan presented by Michigan State Rep Jewell Jones
2019 Detroit Neighborhood Leadership Award
2019 Universal Soul Circus - Community Service Award
2020 Detroit Choice- Community Vanguard Award
2023 The Soul of Philanthropy Reframed & Exhibited Detroit - Community Champion
2023 Land Rover - Defender Service Awards Community Finalists
2024 James H. Cole Legacy Foundation - Heroe’s & Hope Honoree
2024 Black Legacy Advancement Coalition - The Umoja Award for Unity
What People Are Saying
“You are a gift to everyone you meet. You deserve gifts daily because you use your gifts to change this world. Love you much.”
— Gail Perry-Mason
“Even though your not a father biologically your still a father figure to the ones that do not have fathers in their lives. You take time out to motivate and talk to us when we need it most.”
— Diallo Carr
“Dave, you are selfless. Your heart is so genuine. Your actions outdo your words.”
— IG @Bald_Diva
“I just want to thank you for being the big brother I never had and staying strong. Your the reason I don’t fold. You showed me a lot and that changed my life.”
— Snap Dogg
“Everything is HEARTFELT”
— David Woods