Born: June 16, 1992 in Detroit
Marital Status: Married
Spouse/Partner: Shaunte' Wilcher-McKinney
Children: Donavan McKinney II
Education: Detroit Renaissance High School (2006-2010); University of Michigan- Ann Arbor (2010-2014) B.A. Public Policy from Gerald R. Ford School
Employment/Military Record: McKinney served as a Legislative Director in the Michigan State House of Representatives. He went on to do community engagement work for a non-profit called Community Development Advocates of Detroit (CDAD). McKinney then worked in admissions and helped improve student life at Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD). Soon after, McKinney did Political and Coalition work for the largest healthcare union in the state, SEIU Healthcare Michigan.
Community Activities: Young Minds in Transition. McKinney is also a 2019 graduate of the Front Line Leaders Academy (FLLA) through the Young Elected Officials (YEO) Network. McKinney currently serves on the Board of Directors for Bridging Communities, Inc. McKinney is on the Executive Board for South East Michigan Jobs with Justice.
Religion: Christian
