Flint, Michigan – Flint is opening the doors of the McKinley Center later this month for a one-day event aimed at helping young people take practical steps toward adulthood, education, work, and independence.
The City of Flint is inviting residents to attend its upcoming Teen Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the McKinley Center, 249 Peer Ave., Flint, MI 48503.
The event is open to all ages, but it is designed especially for teens and young adults who are preparing for the next chapter of their lives.
The fair will bring together city services, county records support, health resources, financial tools, and community partners in one location. For many families, that means fewer barriers and easier access to documents and services that can be important for school, jobs, banking, health needs, and future planning.
“Young people deserve access to the tools and resources that help them build a successful future,” said Mayor Sheldon A. Neeley.
“This resource fair is about empowering youth, removing barriers, and connecting families with opportunities that can positively impact their lives.”
Several agencies and vendors are expected to be on site. The Michigan Secretary of State will be available to issue State IDs, while Genesee County Records will help with birth certificates.
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Financial Plus Credit Union will offer assistance with opening bank accounts, and the Office of Public Health will provide health and wellness information. Additional vendors will focus on education, employment, mentorship, and community support.
City officials are encouraging students, parents, guardians, and other community members to attend and make use of the free services available during the event.
Teens who plan to apply for a Michigan ID should bring documents that prove identity, Social Security number, and Michigan residency.
Examples include a school ID, school transcript or report card, birth certificate, passport, Social Security card, pay stub with Social Security number, W-2 form, school records with an address, government mail, insurance paperwork, or parent and guardian documents showing the teen’s address. Two proofs of Michigan residency may be needed.
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For anyone under 18, a parent or guardian may need to attend, show identification, and sign paperwork.
Those seeking a birth certificate may need three alternate forms of ID, such as a school ID, school transcripts, medication, or a check stub. The city also noted that nothing will be accepted from a phone, and attendees should know their date and place of birth.