Matrix Human Services

Matrix Human Services

Nonprofit social services supporting families

Overview

Matrix Human Services is a Detroit nonprofit that provides a range of social services to support families and individuals of all ages. Its programs address basic needs, education, crisis intervention, and prevention to defuse crises and promote self-sufficiency, delivered through cost-efficient services with distinct program identities. It differentiates itself by serving as a stable community pillar with scalable operations and a portfolio of specialized programs that aim for long-term outcomes. Its goal is to help families and individuals achieve self-sufficiency while preventing abuse, neglect, and crime, and to model effective service delivery for other organizations.

About Matrix Human Services

Simplify's Rating
Why Matrix Human Services is rated
B
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated B on Differentiation

Industries

Social Impact

Education

Healthcare

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

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What believers are saying

  • HAP by Henry Ford Health added $150,000 in May 2026 for community services.
  • SME cited 84% retention, 84% completion, 73% credentials, and 81% job placement.
  • Matrix reported $58.7 million revenue, $13.9 million fund balance, and zero debt in 2024.

What critics are saying

  • Workforce grants and philanthropy drive results; GM's $400,000 pilot is small and temporary.
  • Head Start, housing, and senior services depend on public funding and reimbursement cycles.
  • Expansion into Osborne and workforce programs risks dilution if grants stall or placements weaken.

What makes Matrix Human Services unique

  • Detroit-only nonprofit since 1906, serving families through integrated human services.
  • Matrix combines Head Start, housing stability, workforce training, senior wellness, and health programs.
  • SME recognized its Detroit workforce model in April 2026 for outcomes-driven training.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Company News

Crain Communications
Feb 19th, 2025
GM to fund EV, clean energy job training pilot at nonprofit

General Motors Co. has made a $400,000 grant to Detroit-based Matrix Human Services to fund a pilot workforce development program focused on jobs in the clean energy and electric vehicle industries.

dBusiness
Oct 11th, 2023
Matrix Human Services Appoints Starr Allen-Pettway Chief Operating Officer

Matrix Human Services appointed Starr Allen-Pettway as its chief operating officer (COO).

Corpmagazine
May 24th, 2023
Matrix Human Services announces Vice President, Director of Development and Marketing | Corp! Magazine

Matrix Human Services President and Chief Executive Officer Brad Coulter announced the appointments of Monique Phillips as Vice President of Development & Marketing and Monique Riley as Director of Marketing, in addition to several others who will support the organization’s leadership team efforts.

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