Sisters seek farm volunteers

Projects include land maintenance, harvesting, canning produce, farm chores and a variety of seasonal tasks on the Center’s working farm.

New bakery opens doors for women

A new bakery that provides women with an opportunity for meaningful work has opened its doors.

A celebration that’s for the birds

Looking for a cool change to your Halloween routine?

Local organizations bank $1.2 million in grants

Bank of America marked its annual “Day of Giving” in Grand Rapids with a spotlight on its 2024 nonprofit partners

Join the Laughter: Volunteer for Gilda’s LaughFest 2025

Grand Rapids’ beloved celebration of laughter, Gilda’s LaughFest, is back for its 15th year and volunteers are needed!

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and partners unite for food drive

As kids across Grand Rapids gear up for the new school year, Blessings in a Backpack has teamed up with NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr.

Stomp returns to GR with a mission

The internationally acclaimed percussion show “Stomp” has partnered with food banks across the country to “Stomp Out Hunger.” 

March for Meals at Millennium

Did you resolve to be more active this year? Do you love beautiful walks through wetlands and woods? Do you love cute dogs? Do you want to win something? Do you love wearing costumes? Do you want to help local seniors?

Annual jazzy Bash hits HOME

W.Y.C.E. – West Michigan’s only independent community radio station– will hold its 22nd annual fundraiser at the B.O.B., 20 Monroe Ave. NW., 5:30-8:30 p.m. on Nov. 30, 2023.

Expanding and enriching cultural life

St. Cecilia Music Center has announced Ellen Arlinsky, Mary Bloom and Kate McGarry as the 2024 honorees of the esteemed Helen DeVos Legacy Award.

SpartanNash sends aid to earthquake victims

It's been nearly 10 days since the deadly earthquake that's claimed 33,000 lives in Turkey and Syria.

Rise in food insecurity sparks food bank expansion

As food insecurity continues to impact communities across Michigan, Feeding America West Michigan is set to open a new headquarters and distribution center in Kentwood.

A tropical fundraiser for adaptive recreation

The City of Kentwood is inviting community members to an annual celebration to enhance the city’s adaptive recreation programs.
LaughFest brings people together with laughter.

LaughFest Gala raises funds for cancer, grief

The annual Red Door Gala takes place tonight, March 16, at Frederik Meijer Gardens, concluding a week of standup comedy and celebrating the thousands of lives impacted by Gilda’s Club.

VIP Tickets to Cheers for Charity Still Up for Grabs!

Calling all foodies, beer lovers, and wine enthusiasts—this is the exclusive event you won’t want to miss!

‘Watercolors 6’ breaks down barriers

An event designed to celebrate Black culture and to support students of color will return to Grand Rapids July 28-30.

Event teaches people to be the beat

An annual fundraiser for the American Heart Association aims to draw attention to a rise in cardiovascular disease-related deaths.  

Kentwood canines Bark for the Park

Bark for the Park, a dog-friendly fundraiser for the City of Kentwood’s Kellogg Woods Park dog will take place May 18.

Retro party at Pyramid Scheme will benefit GRTV

Add "Retro Party at Pyramid Scheme to Celebrate and Support GRTV’s Legacy" to your June calendar.

Griffins join ‘Dog Week’ lineup

The Grand Rapids Griffins are inviting folks, along with their furry four-legged friends, to attend the Jake Engel Memorial Dog Game Sunday, March 19.

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