In an age when search engines dominate how we find information, it’s easy to assume that Google can get us everything we need. But if you’re looking to support and connect with real people doing good work right here in Metro Detroit—churches, nonprofits, libraries, civic groups, and neighborhood heroes—you might need something a little more local, a little more personal, and a lot more neighborly.
That’s where the LookUpDetroit.com/toolbox comes in.
A Love-Your-Neighbor Project with a Purpose
Created as a digital “toolbox” of links, this unique and easy-to-use page offers quick access to nearly 1,000 hand-picked websites from every corner of Metro Detroit. From Ann Arbor to Pontiac, from neighborhood churches to community theaters, from veteran groups to youth outreach centers—the Toolbox is designed to serve anyone who wants to make meaningful local connections without wading through ads, paywalls, or national noise.
This isn’t about algorithms. It’s about people helping people.
What Makes It Different from Google?
Google is great when you know exactly what you’re searching for. But what if you don’t? What if you’re just exploring? What if you want to discover hidden local treasures—groups doing great work that don’t always show up on top of search results?
The Toolbox delivers:
- Zero ads – nothing to distract, confuse, or sell you.
- Simple categories – organized by interest and geography, from arts and schools to senior services and places of worship.
- Speed and clarity – works on phones, tablets, and PCs with no clutter or tracking.
- Local trust – every link is curated, not crowdsourced.
Google can give you data. The Toolbox gives you community.
Built to Strengthen Metro Detroit
LookUpDetroit.com/toolbox is part of a broader nonprofit effort to bless and build up our communities. It’s a quiet revolution in how we discover and support our neighbors—not just reading the news but participating in the good news happening all around us. Checkout our main site at LookUpDetroit.com for local stories and posts.
Whether you’re a parent, pastor, student, teacher, entrepreneur, or volunteer, this one page can open doors to:
- Programs for youth and seniors
- Faith-based and civic service opportunities
- Educational and cultural events
You’re Invited
The Toolbox is free to use, constantly expanding, and available right now. We invite you to bookmark it, explore it, and share it. You may just find something life-giving for you—or for someone you know.
LookUpDetroit.com For Local Stories and Posts
Because sometimes, loving your neighbor starts with a simple click.
Rev. Richard Dalton
How to Add LookUpDetroit.com/toolbox to your Home Screen on a Smartphone
Add LookUpDetroit.com/toolbox to your Home Screen on a Smartphone
