The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area recently distributed the final round of grants from its Community Stabilization Fund. Grants totaling $103,400 went to eight partner nonprofit organizations.
The International Festival of Holland celebrates the many different facets and faces of the city. The free festival, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Civic Center Place (150 W. Eighth St.) will feature more than 70 musicians and performers, a special Children’s Fiesta, and a Festival Mercado with global gifts and food.
GVSU hosted a virtual event as part of REP4, a national alliance of six colleges. The event provided high school students the opportunity to pitch their ideas of increased equity and accessibility to higher education leaders.
Symphony orchestras originated in Europe and typically play European music, but the Holland Symphony Orchestra and others are trying to step outside that box and attract new audiences.
The reopened Momentum Café in Grand Haven has a larger menu and a new manager. Joe Carmolli brings a wealth of experience in foodservice and education to the reimagined café, and is providing expanded training for volunteers.
Receiving numerous awards at the recent West Michigan Public Relations Society of America (WMPRSA) PRoof Awards, Grand Valley State University’s Public Relations Student Society of America (GVPRSSA) has much to celebrate as it continues to add value to its members and positively impact the community.
It won’t be in a box with her other belongings, but Promise Scholar Ebony Roach will take a lifelong love of learning with her when she heads to the University of Michigan in the fall. She’s also carrying a tremendous sense of gratitude to her family, teachers, and friends who’ve helped her succeed.
While social activities ramping up as COVID-19 restrictions ease, there are still places to slow down and enjoy nature while getting in a great workout. If you’re ready to give yoga or Pilates a try, check out these classes that are offered in a park, on the beach, or aboard a ship.
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area has awarded its first round of competitive grants for 2021. CFHZ disbursed $100,000 among five organizations, with the aim of enhancing their ability to meet the needs of area seniors, students, patients, and youth.
A $50,000 grant will allow Community Action House and its partner, Harvest Stand Ministries, to expand their collaboration on perishable food rescue. The program aims to increase healthy food options for 10,000 individuals facing food insecurity in the Holland/Zeeland area.
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