In 2025, Communities First, Inc. became the conduit for the Levitt AMP Flint Music series in downtown Flint. This series includes 10 free public concerts with a diverse line-up of musical genres. Funded in part by the Levitt Foundation, this nationwide movement brings a rich tapestry of culture and live music into underutilized public spaces.

As a Levitt AMP grantee, CFI reflects the three goals of the Levitt AMP program: Amplify community pride and a city’s unique character; enrich lives through the power of free, live music; and illustrate the importance of inclusive and vibrant public places.

In 2025, we welcomed the Grand Rapids-based favorite, Mexicuba, a Latin fusion band; Kommuna Lux from Odesa, Ukraine with its Odesa Urban Folk style; Chicago's LowDown Brass Band, with high-energy horns and a street beat, to name a few. We saw more than 1,300 music lovers bring their lawn chairs, grab a bite from a local food truck, and enjoy great music with a diverse crowd.

Thanks to a continued matching grant from the Levitt Foundation, CFI will continue this series in 2026, 2027, and 2028, expanding its scope and reach.