Overview of our OrganizationWe began in 1997 as a women's entrepreneurial support program, under the name "Ladies of Destiny and Purpose, International. In 1999, our focus and mission broadened, and we formed "Destiny and Purpose Community Outreach (DAPCO) a charitable, educational and mission minded community development organization.
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Organizational PurposeDAPCO is dedicated to assisting individuals to become stabilized, well rounded and anchored members of society.
DAPCO is committed to preserving the family by encouraging values and providing assistance and skills that will enable individuals to maintain healthy lives and relationships. Through these relationships, we propose to provide tools, resources and information that will include structured plans of resolution along with planned tactics that can be implemented as avenues for improving their quality of life.
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Our Mission: The Mission of Destiny and Purpose Community Outreach (DAPCO) is to strengthen family: equipping men, women and youth who are at risk of becoming non-achievers with the skills and resources to become productive citizens with new hope; living purposeful lives with moral and ethical values.
Outreach Program Components
DAPCO offers a comprehensive range of services to support men, women, youth and senior citizens in Wayne and Washtenaw communities. These services include, but are not limited to:
1. Entrepreneurial coaching & business start-up for women (coming Mid-2026)
2. Youth on a Positive Note Role-model mentoring program (coming Mid-2026)
3. “Intertwined” Marriage and Relationship Enhancement program (coming Mid-2026)
4. Employment Training and Intern program for teens and adults (coming Mid-2026)
5. Alternate Solution (Ex-offender resource & intervention) Business and Recovery coaching included
6. Parent and Baby in Need pantry
7. Senior Patrol & Senior essentials pantry
8. Self Care classes
9. Emergency & Survival Relief Efforts
10. DAPCO Village - emergency accommodations for Un-housed Veteran Females
1. Entrepreneurial coaching & business start-up for women (coming Mid-2026)
2. Youth on a Positive Note Role-model mentoring program (coming Mid-2026)
3. “Intertwined” Marriage and Relationship Enhancement program (coming Mid-2026)
4. Employment Training and Intern program for teens and adults (coming Mid-2026)
5. Alternate Solution (Ex-offender resource & intervention) Business and Recovery coaching included
6. Parent and Baby in Need pantry
7. Senior Patrol & Senior essentials pantry
8. Self Care classes
9. Emergency & Survival Relief Efforts
10. DAPCO Village - emergency accommodations for Un-housed Veteran Females
2025 Board of Directors: Board of Directors meet quarterly to maintain the business and operational matters of the organization. The Board Of Directors: President, Sheriane Davis, Vice President: Antoinette Jones - Treasurer: Cynthia Maschat Secretary : Linda Charter Officers: Viola Davis, Sharron Barksdale and Gloria Garner
Village Ambassador MEMBERS
Edmond M. Parker Sr.
Dr. Luvenia Miles
Cassandra Smith
Hollis Pegues
Pastor Jim Davis
Pastor Donald Davis
Frederica Shields
Looking for Board Members and Advisory Committee Members, if you have a desire to serve in the community and have skills that can benefit our organizational structure, you are invited to inquire within to submit your resume. We will be happy to follow up with you and give you the details for becoming a quality board member and/or advisory committee member. WE NEED YOU!
Edmond M. Parker Sr.
Dr. Luvenia Miles
Cassandra Smith
Hollis Pegues
Pastor Jim Davis
Pastor Donald Davis
Frederica Shields
Looking for Board Members and Advisory Committee Members, if you have a desire to serve in the community and have skills that can benefit our organizational structure, you are invited to inquire within to submit your resume. We will be happy to follow up with you and give you the details for becoming a quality board member and/or advisory committee member. WE NEED YOU!