The BLK Nest [Metro Detroit]

Grow Our Village

Know a Black provider who should be in our directory? Help other families by adding them to The BLK Nest.

Provider - Quick Submission

Use our form to quickly submit a provider. Perfect for non-technical users.

Resource - Quick Submission

Use our form to quickly submit a resource. Perfect for non-technical users.

GitHub Contribution

Technical users can contribute directly via GitHub pull requests.

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Add a Provider
Help grow our village by adding a Black provider you know and trust.

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Add a resource
Help grow our village by adding a resource you know and trust.

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GitHub Contribution Guide

For Developers

The BLK Nest is built as an open-source project. Technical contributors can add providers and resources directly by editing our JSON files and submitting pull requests.

JSON File Structure for Providers

{
                    "id": "unique-provider-id",
                    "name": "Dr. Jane Smith",
                    "specialty": "Pediatrics",
                    "location": "Detroit, MI",
                    "phone": "(555) 123-4567",
                    "email": "contact@example.com",
                    "website": "https://example.com",
                    "description": "Board-certified pediatrician...",
                    "services": ["Well-child visits", "Immunizations"],
                    "acceptsInsurance": true,
                    "languages": ["English", "Spanish"],
                    "yearsExperience": 10
                  }

JSON File Structure for Resources

{
                    "id": "unique-resource-id",
                    "resourceType": "Financial",
                    "url": "https://example.com",
                    "description": "Board-certified pediatrician...",
                    "type": "Education, Seminar, Facilty",
                    "acceptsInsurance": true
                  }

How to Contribute

  1. Fork the repository on GitHub
  2. Add providers or resources to the appropriate JSON file in the /data directory
  3. Follow the existing JSON structure exactly
  4. Ensure all required fields are included
  5. Submit a pull request with a clear description

Files to Edit

  • data/pediatricians.json - For pediatricians
  • data/nannies.json - For nannies and childcare providers
  • data/pelvic-floor-therapists.json - For pelvic floor therapists
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Why Contribute?

Every provider and/or resource you add helps another Black family find the care and support they need. Together, we're building a stronger, more connected community where Black families can thrive.