S.A.Y Detroit

Location: Detroit, MI
Size:  15,000 sq ft.

The 15,000-square-foot addition to the Lipke Recreation Center, owned by the City of Detroit and leased to SAY Detroit Play Center, marks a significant investment in the educational future of Detroit’s youth. Operated by SAY Detroit, a nonprofit umbrella of charities founded by Mitch Albom, this transformative project is anchored by the Kelly and Matthew Stafford & Friends Education Center, which enhances the center’s after-school tutoring and extracurricular programming.

The expansion includes:

• Six new classrooms
• Two state-of-the-art learning labs
• A versatile black box auditorium
• Dedicated administrative offices

These thoughtfully designed spaces create an inspiring environment that supports academic development, creative expression, and focused learning. The addition provides students with a place to grow, explore, and thrive while furthering SAY Detroit’s mission to offer meaningful opportunities for youth enrichment and education.

The new annex is a testament to the power of collaboration and shared vision, serving as a hub for learning, growth, and community empowerment in the heart of Detroit.