AS SALAAMU ALAIKUM · PEACE BE UPON YOU · DETROIT, MICHIGAN
Historic Masjid Wali Muhammad · 2027–2029

Preserve our legacy.
Renew our home.

Help preserve Historic Masjid Wali Muhammad and restore the spaces that serve our faith, our families, and future generations.

$500,000Total three-year fundraising goal
Our building. Our community. Our future.

Restoration with purpose.

The three-year comprehensive plan will preserve our historic building, improve safety and accessibility, modernize essential facilities, and strengthen the Masjid’s role as a center for worship, education, family life, and community service in Detroit.

Rooted in Temple No. 1’s establishment in Detroit in 1930, our community continues a legacy of faith, learning, and service shaped by Imam W. Deen Mohammed’s leadership.

Explore our building’s history and community legacy →
A practical path forward

Three years. One shared goal.

Phase 1 · 2027

Stabilization and Priority Repairs

Professional assessments and the most urgent repairs, creating a sound foundation for the work ahead.

2027 fundraising target
$100,000
Cumulative goal through 2027
$100,000
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Phase 2 · 2028

Major Rehabilitation

Modernize essential facilities and improve spaces for worship, education, and community programs.

2028 fundraising target
$200,000
Cumulative goal through 2028
$300,000
Explore 2028 projects →
Phase 3 · 2029

Completion and Enhancement

Finish building improvements, celebrate our heritage, and plan for long-term sustainability.

2029 fundraising target
$200,000
Cumulative goal through 2029
$500,000
Explore 2029 projects →

Project costs, schedules, and sequencing will be refined through professional assessments, competitive bids, and Board-approved priorities. Annual targets are additional fundraising amounts; cumulative goals are the running total.

Restoration project explorer

Explore the proposed work.

12 proposed projects

2027Proposed

Assessments and priority repairs

Professional building assessments, contractor estimates, and priority repairs.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2027Proposed

Banquet hall renewal

Banquet hall drywall, epoxy flooring, and lighting improvements.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2027Proposed

Restrooms and men’s wudu

Restroom and men’s wudu improvements.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2027Proposed

Entrances and safety

Entrance and safety repairs.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2028Proposed

Kitchen modernization

Modernize kitchen facilities for community meals and gatherings.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2028Proposed

Restroom completion

Complete planned restroom improvements.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2028Proposed

Electrical, lighting, and accessibility

Electrical and lighting improvements and improved accessibility.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2028Proposed

Audio, media, and program spaces

Audio and media systems, interior renovations, and spaces for educational and community programs.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2029Proposed

Remaining building improvements

Complete remaining building improvements and exterior work.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2029Proposed

Technology and security

Technology and security improvements.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2029Proposed

Heritage, signage, and landscaping

Heritage displays, signage, landscaping, and expanded program facilities.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

2029Proposed

Long-term sustainability

Long-term sustainability and endowment planning.

Estimated cost: Pending professional assessment

Status guide: Proposed · Assessed · Funded · Underway · Completed. Current labels describe planning proposals, not verified construction progress.

Campaign progress

Clear goals. Verified reporting.

Money received

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Outstanding pledges

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Completed milestones

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A place for every contribution

Help carry the legacy forward.

Participate through one-time giving, recurring monthly support, project sponsorship, major gifts, grants, volunteering, or legacy giving. Contact the Masjid to discuss your interest.

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Updates & accountability

Our commitment to stewardship.

Campaign news, verified accomplishments, and Board-approved financial and project reports will be shared here as they become available.

No Board-approved campaign updates or verified accomplishments have been published yet.

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Sponsorship package

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Board-approved financial and project reports

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Contact & membership

Build our next chapter together.

Historic Masjid Wali Muhammad
11529 Hon. Elijah Muhammad Blvd. (Linwood)
Detroit, MI 48206

(313) 868-2131

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