Young Money Finances to host summer camps
A trio of three-week camps this summer will teach young people about money management, investing and entrepreneurship.
Gilbert foundation to help Detroit renters facing eviction
DETROIT — A foundation connected to billionaire Dan Gilbert is investing $13 million in a fund to help low-income Detroit residents facing eviction.
Guiding Light appoints program director
A nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness recently appointed a new program director.
Dominican Sisters hold liquidation sale this weekend
Dominican Sisters Grand Rapids are holding a liquidation sale at the former Motherhouse.
Nonprofit relocates to urban farmhouse
A Grand Rapids-based youth empowerment nonprofit is set to open its new headquarters at a refurbished farmhouse in the Creston neighborhood.
Nonprofit launches campaign to fund new facility
An organization seeking to relieve hunger and increase food security began a fundraising effort for a new facility.
Nonprofits partner to create construction career program
Three organizations have partnered to help create a career pipeline for Latinas in West Michigan.
Disability Advocates, Thresholds open new offices
Two nonprofits serving people with disabilities hosted a joint grand opening ceremony for their new neighboring offices.
World Renew opens new headquarters
A West Michigan nonprofit opened a new global headquarters in Byron Center.
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Urban League promotes three to manager
The Urban League of West Michigan announced the promotions of three team members to manager: Javonte’ Tubbs, Kari Sherman and Ken Ly.
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The West Michigan CEO Summit returns with an eye on creating a bigger table
As one of the fastest growing economies in the U.S. — and home to 130-plus international companies — the city on the Grand is uniquely positioned to grow and prosper as an economic force in the Midwest.
Hispanic Center earns digital skills training grant
A nonprofit membership and advocacy organization will expand its programming thanks to a recent grant.
First Steps Kent president steps down
The president of a local nonprofit is stepping down.
Nonprofit offers free supplies for Grand Rapids teachers
A local nonprofit will provide $20,000 worth of free teaching supplies in honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week.
Partners build new city playground at Mulick Park
The city of Grand Rapids partnered with the Junior League of Grand Rapids and Sinclair Recreation to build a new playground over the weekend.
Kennari Consulting transitions leadership
A woman-owned nonprofit consulting firm is under new leadership.
Organizations address affordable housing challenges
The availability of affordable homes in West Michigan is scarce, according to some area housing experts.
Business owners back community in more ways than one
Starting and growing a business can be challenging, but one local family has managed to do both during an unprecedented period in history.
Inside Track: Planting seeds of hope
The Rev. Nurya Love Parish has dedicated her life to feeding people spiritually and bodily.
Personal training studio seeks to impact community
A local personal training studio launched a nonprofit during the pandemic and now is looking to open another studio to meet a community need.Brian...
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