Ponyride

[1] Founded by Phil Cooley and Kate Bordine, Ponyride provides workspace, educational and material resources, and networking tools to artists, entrepreneurs, craftspeople, and other nonprofits.

[2] The building Ponyride occupies was originally built in 1935 as a printing facility for the automotive industry, designed by Smith, Hinchman and Grylls.

Most of the tenants produce work centered on a community focus, enhancing social welfare in Detroit to some capacity.

For example, Ponyride served as an incubator for the Empowerment Plan which manufactures specialized coats that double as sleeping bags for the homeless population.

"[7] Additionally in 2017, the Ponyride Market Summer Series became a monthly event, giving resident makers of the building a direct means of vending to the community.