Muskegon charity focuses on access as barriers to aid persist
In Muskegon County, the Muskegon Rescue Mission has been quietly evolving for more than a century—adapting to meet the needs of a community where...
Earth Day, Arbor Day & Tree City USA
Across West Michigan, the stretch between Earth Day and Arbor Day feels less like two separate observances and more like a natural progression.
Gavels down, gloves on
Judges and staff from the 61st District Court recently volunteered with local nonprofits across Grand Rapids.
Sip and support GRPM at Collections & Cocktails
The Grand Rapids Public Museum will host its annual Collections & Cocktails fundraiser on May 21.
Kitten Caboodle: helping tiny arrivals thrive
As spring settles across West Michigan, animal welfare advocates are bracing for an annual surge that arrives as predictably as the warmer weather: kitten season.
LaughFest returns with five days of comedy for a cause
Laughter takes center stage in Grand Rapids this week as the 16th annual LaughFest brings five days of stand-up, improv and variety shows to venues across the city—and beyond.
Posters for People gives back
GLC Live at 20 Monroe has donated $6,441.80 from its 2025 Posters for People program to the local nonprofit i understand.
Unleash the love and help ‘Therapy Dogs’ reach goal
For nearly a quarter-century, West Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc. has been delivering comfort, companionship, and joy to individuals across West Michigan, one wag at a time.
Bubbles & Brews Bash pops into a new home at The Gilmore
If your December calendar needs a little sparkle, WYCE’s 24th annual Bubbles & Brews Bash is ready to deliver.
Funk, film, and purple for a purpose
Grand Rapids is turning purple this November as creativity, community, and cause collide at the Mosaic Film Experience Funkraiser.
A hundred reasons to love local art
Art lovers looking for one-of-a-kind holiday gifts will want to mark their calendars for Grand Valley Artists’ third annual art sale.
Hat Trick for hunger
Food insecurity remains a pressing issue across Michigan—and one that continues to affect thousands of families close to home.
Step up for Veterans this November
As Veterans Day approaches, Grand Rapids residents have a chance to honor local service members in a meaningful way.
Mitch Albom brings his story to Wealthy for a cause
What do Tuesdays with Morrie, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, and a once-in-a-lifetime evening in Grand Rapids have in common?
Community comes together for record-breaking cake walk
It was a day of movement and meaningful connection on Grand Rapids’ south side, as more than 650 community members gathered at the Special Olympics Michigan campus
Walk for Lupus returns to John Ball Zoo
The Michigan Lupus Foundation will bring its annual Walk for Lupus back to Grand Rapids on Saturday, Sept. 6.
An evening of artful indulgence
Grand Rapids Art Museum is raising a glass to creativity with Bourbon & Bubbles, a spirited evening of tastings and live entertainment.
Out of the office, into the community
More than 1,000 Amway employees based in Ada took part in the company’s fourth annual Amway Cares Week of Service
Dog lovers unite for canine cause
Local dogs and their owners will gather at Wilcox Park for the city’s first-ever Bark-tacular Wag-tastic Dog Show
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