A Michigan program that provides cash to help expectant mothers cope with bills, expenses and the high cost of taking care of children is coming to Detroit.
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5, 2025, in Detroit. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield announces the city's participation in Rx Kids program that provides cash to help expectant mothers, Monday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield announces the city's participation in Rx Kids program that provides cash to help expectant mothers, Monday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit. Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield holds child during an announcement of the city's participation in Rx Kids program that provides cash to help expectant mothers, Monday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit. – A program that provides cash to help expectant mothers cope with bills, expenses and the high cost of taking care of children is coming to Detroit.The program gives a one-time allocation of $1,500 to expectant mothers during pregnancy. That's followed by $500 per month throughout the child's first six months after birth. Families are expected to use the money for rent, utilities, food, diapers, baby formula, transportation, medical care and other essentials.in Flint, Michigan, and is aimed at removing families and infants from deep poverty. It has since expanded to 20 other cities around the state. By the end of January, another eight cities are expected to be on board.Sheffield says about $9 million has been raised, so far, for Rx Kids in Detroit, while another $2.5 million still is needed. Funding comes from various foundations and businesses. The city also will pitch in $500,000 annually over the next three years. The state of Michigan, in its fiscal year 2026 budget, committed $250 million for expansion of the two-year-old program. “Half of our children are living in poverty,” Sheffield told reporters with about a half-dozen mothers and a dozen young children behind her. “That means that too many of our children are entering life’s journey burdened by financial hardship before they even take their first steps.” About 34% of Detroit's 639,000 residents live in poverty, according to census data. The medium household income in Detroit is about $39,200 compared to more than $72,000 for the rest of the state. Dr. Mona Hanna, a pediatrician and associate dean of Public Health at Michigan State, is the program's founding director. She calls it a “bold public health effort to improve outcomes.” “When our babies don't have everything they need, that hurts them. It makes them sick,” Hanna said Monday. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.World divided after United States captures Venezuela's presidentCatch up on today’s top headlines for Jan. 5, 2026Archie the Emu found at nearby property after going missing from Willis animal sanctuaryAt least 2 dead, 7 hurt in four separate shootings during New Year's in HoustonPolice deaths nationwide poised to fall below 100 for first time since 1940sHouston Weather: Cold Start to 2026 Before a Warm New Year ReboundHarris County Increases Patrols for New Year's Eve: Ensuring Road SafetyMan dies days after Christmas eve hit-and-run in southeast Houston, police seek help
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Detroit joins Michigan program that gives cash to expectant momsA Michigan program that provides cash to help expectant mothers cope with bills, expenses and the high cost of taking care of children is coming to Detroit. Mayor Mary Sheffield announced Monday that Michigan State University’s Rx Kids program is expected to open within the first 100 days of her taking office.
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Detroit joining Michigan program that gives cash to expectant mothers for essentialsA Michigan program that provides cash to help expectant mothers cope with bills, expenses and the high cost of taking care of children is coming to Detroit.
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