Mercy Education Project

Mercy Education Project (MEP) creates a learning community that serves women and girls to position them for success.

MEP is a 501c3 founded by the Sisters of Mercy in Southwest Detroit. While our foundation is providing 1:1 tutoring for economically disadvantaged girls, MEP continues to expand its educational programming for girls in grades 2-12 as well as adding GED preparation, adult basic education and workforce development for women.

Girls' Program - 72 served in 2024-25

• One-to-one afterschool tutoring offered three times per week in reading or math.
• Includes shared meal and activity time sponsored by community organizations and aligned supporters.
• College and Career Readiness program supports high schoolers in their journey to becoming young professionals.
• Extra circular afterschool STEM clubs for various grade levels.

Women's Program - 16 GEDs earned in 2025-26

• Comprehensive adult basic education and GED courses that support women from diverse academic backgrounds.
• Six instructors/tutors that work to help each woman meet their goals.
• Workforce development provides supplemental programming such as lunch and learns, external educational experiences from various community partners, and more.