Local organizations seek donations, volunteers for holidays
Heart of West Michigan United Way partnered with local agencies to assemble the annual holiday volunteering and giving guide, aiding families in need for the holiday season.
CWD Real Estate sees silver lining in aftermath of violent protests
Sam Cummings, managing partner with CWD, said he was “mad as hell” Saturday night and Sunday morning, but witnessing the community outreach and cleanup afterward restored his faith in West Michigan.
Plainsong Farm partners with Community Food Club
Through a partnership with a Rockford farm, patrons of a nonprofit grocery store in Grand Rapids will have expanded access to organic produce.
John Ball Zoo educates families on homelessness for fourth year
John Ball Zoo and Family Promise are hosting an annual event to help raise awareness for family homelessness in a child-friendly environment.
Golf tournament to benefit food pantry
A women’s professional golf tournament is returning to West Michigan.
A better food system
Partners collaborate to improve awareness.
Priority Health helping those who lost employer health benefits
Priority Health announced it created a new option to help those who have lost their employer-based health benefits due to COVID-19.
Have time or money to give?
You’re probably familiar with Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, but there’s a nonprofit that’s making strides in keeping our parks in ship shape.
GRAAHI to hold final community conversations event
The third community conversations event for Grand Rapids African American Health Institute will focus on women and mental health.
Founders, Long Road team up to create hand sanitizer
Grand Rapids craft beverage makers are pooling their resources to supply hand sanitizer to the community.
Buddy’s Pizza relaunches dog treat sales for Michigan Humane
Buddy’s Pizza will resume selling dog treats at its restaurants, with proceeds going to support an animal welfare nonprofit.
Coat drive serves youth in need
The Grand Rapids Mayor’s Youth Council partnered with the Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL) to collect new coats to help young adults in underserved communities stay warm.
Posy prepares for holiday gifting, supply chain gaps by sourcing locally
A local gifting and promotional products company is turning to its fellow community business owners to avoid shortages ahead of the holiday season.
Partners launch $5M match initiative for #GivingTuesdayNow
The for-profit arm of an area nonprofit is partnering with a pair of national organizations to launch a matching fund initiative that will be held next week on #GivingTuesdayNow.
Book discussions focus on climate issues
The West Michigan Environmental Action Council and the Michigan Chapter of the Sierra Club will host six book discussions in February and March.
Frauds out in full force during tax season
So, you've received your W-2(s) and need to file your taxes. Now what?
Farmers market donations will help low-income families
The Holland Farmers Market is the place for giving this season.
Gov. Whitmer orders noncritical businesses to close
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a shelter-in-place order that will require all noncritical Michigan businesses and operations to temporarily close.
Study: Michigan is far behind on its rent
Michigan renters are falling behind on payments more so than the rest of the country.
Weather wreaking havoc on road conditions
As Mother Nature continues to dole out a somewhat unpredictable mix of precipitation, it’s important to use caution while operating a motor vehicle.
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MARCH/APRIL 2025 ISSUE
