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Feature Story Second annual memorial for unclaimed neighbors to be held at Oak Grove Cemetery in Grand Rapids. Rapid Growth

Oak Grove Cemetery memorial to honor Grand Rapids’ unclaimed dead

Estelle SlootmakerWednesday, August 20, 2025
Feature Story small-community-impact Rapid Growth

West Coast’s Community Impact Day expands to unite 3K volunteers across Michigan

The Lakeshore Thursday, May 22, 2025
Feature Story SMALL-CAH-Gentex Rapid Growth

Gentex powers community impact through nonprofit partnerships

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 19, 2025
Feature Story Marcus Ringnalda, construction consultant and historic preservationist, purchased the Four Star Theatre and formed the Friends of Four Star, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to save the iconic building and restore it as a multi-use cul Rapid Growth

Historic theater revives as creative hub for community

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 23, 2025
Feature Story Gail Eichorst is a volunteer driver with Disability Network West Michigan. Rapid Growth

Volunteers find purpose, fulfillment at Disability Network West Michigan

Shandra MartinezFriday, April 11, 2025
Feature Story Mel Trotter Ministries' mobile shower unit provided 2,389 showers in 2023. Rapid Growth

Nonprofits comb the streets of Grand Rapids to provide the unhoused needed services

PAUL R. KOPENKOSKEYMonday, December 23, 2024
Feature Story Nathan Dlouhy appreciates how DAKC's Interview Day helps him to be his best self. Rapid Growth

DAKC event empowers young adults with disabilities through mock interviews and job connections

Tommy AllenWednesday, December 18, 2024
Feature Story More than 100 Bank of America employees volunteering at six local nonprofits, from Kids Food Basket to the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum. Rapid Growth

Bank of America’s Grand Rapids Day of Giving showcases $1.2M community investment

Shandra MartinezWednesday, December 11, 2024
Feature Story A delighted client receives her Meals on Wheels Western Michigan delivery. Rapid Growth

Giving the gift of time and healthy meals

Kelsey SandersWednesday, November 13, 2024
Feature Story Vicki Briggs, a board member of the Wyoming Historical Commission, shares images with the public that capture the history of this place. Rapid Growth

Wyoming Veterans Memorial revitalized with new tree plantings and an impressive new grant

Tommy AllenWednesday, November 13, 2024
Feature Story Isabelle Buckler, a senior at Kendall College was a user experience intern at Gentex this summer.of Art and Design of Ferris State University, Rapid Growth

Classrooms to Careers: Gentex interns shape company

Andrea GoodellMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Operation United is an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to recognize the sacrifices and service of veterans and active military families, with a focus on seniors and those with disabilities in Kent County. Rapid Growth

3-county United Way merger strengthens regional collaboration

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, May 31, 2024
Feature Story Small Martha Rapid Growth

Nonprofit spotlights the impact of volunteers

Rapid Growth StaffTuesday, April 23, 2024
Feature Story Muskegon-based WINC: For All Women Veterans will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year. Rapid Growth

A safe space and sisterhood for female veterans

Shanika P. CarterFriday, January 19, 2024
Feature Story Last year, Lowell United Methodist Church ended up exceeding its goal and providing 2,000 gift bags to four groups of essential workers. Rapid Growth

Community Support Month in February: Where big ideas start small

Bill LeeWednesday, February 1, 2023
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