Being homeless during the COVID-19 crisis
My plan to move in with a friend seemed to be coming together. Then came Gov. Whitmer’s “Stay Home, Stay Safe” order. It made finding a place for me and my dogs to stay until the move nearly impossible.
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Lakeshore nonprofits make it safe and easy to help from home
If you can pack a box, you can help. Community Action House’s #StayHomeFightHunger campaign is asking people to help those in need by donating a box of food.
‘Big thinker’ Patrick Moran works to cultivate ‘beautiful community’ for all
Patrick Moran, who’s been in a leadership role at United Way since 2006, has played a critical role in helping promote new avenues of collaboration between government and nonprofit organizations in Ottawa and Allegan counties, as well as insisting on data-driven studies and solutions to some of the region’s most pressing challenges.
Women of Color GIVE embraces inclusive philanthropy model
A trio launches Women of Color GIVE, a philanthropy collective to change the charitable giving landscape by adding more diverse voices to the formal philanthropy narrative.
United Way offers opportunities to help during coronavirus crisis
Do you need help or want to help? The Greater Ottawa County United Way has partnered with other nonprofits to launch a website to answer your questions.
From homeless to helping: Holland leader shares his Habitat story
Holland City Council member Quincy Bryd understands the affordable housing crisis better than most. A decade ago, his family was facing homelessness after he lost his job.
Nonprofits join forces to tackle affordable housing shortage in Ottawa County
The Rodriguez-Matos family will finally move into their own home thanks to the work of local nonprofits that are joining forces to more quickly move the needle on available affordable housing in the Holland area.
Why Momentum Center’s approach to improving mental health is working
Those who take part in the Grand Haven nonprofit's activities report a decrease in depression and anxiety as their social connectedness increases.
One story of recovery: ‘She gave me a chance when I didn’t think I would get one’
When Jessica Christopher applied to be part of the staff at the Momentum Center for Social Engagement, she worried her past would be an obstacle. It turned out to be an asset.
Hope professor taking Lakeshore jazz to the next level with new orchestra
Hope professor Jordan VanHemert is the force behind the Holland Concert Jazz Orchestra, which is bringing high-quality jazz performances and learning along the Lakeshore.
Lakeshore nonprofits make it safe and easy to help from home
If you can pack a box, you can help. Community Action House’s #StayHomeFightHunger campaign is asking people to help those in need by donating a box of food.
‘Big thinker’ Patrick Moran works to cultivate ‘beautiful community’ for all
Patrick Moran, who’s been in a leadership role at United Way since 2006, has played a critical role in helping promote new avenues of collaboration between government and nonprofit organizations in Ottawa and Allegan counties, as well as insisting on data-driven studies and solutions to some of the region’s most pressing challenges.
Women of Color GIVE embraces inclusive philanthropy model
A trio launches Women of Color GIVE, a philanthropy collective to change the charitable giving landscape by adding more diverse voices to the formal philanthropy narrative.
United Way offers opportunities to help during coronavirus crisis
Do you need help or want to help? The Greater Ottawa County United Way has partnered with other nonprofits to launch a website to answer your questions.
From homeless to helping: Holland leader shares his Habitat story
Holland City Council member Quincy Bryd understands the affordable housing crisis better than most. A decade ago, his family was facing homelessness after he lost his job.
Nonprofits join forces to tackle affordable housing shortage in Ottawa County
The Rodriguez-Matos family will finally move into their own home thanks to the work of local nonprofits that are joining forces to more quickly move the needle on available affordable housing in the Holland area.
Why Momentum Center’s approach to improving mental health is working
Those who take part in the Grand Haven nonprofit's activities report a decrease in depression and anxiety as their social connectedness increases.
One story of recovery: ‘She gave me a chance when I didn’t think I would get one’
When Jessica Christopher applied to be part of the staff at the Momentum Center for Social Engagement, she worried her past would be an obstacle. It turned out to be an asset.
Hope professor taking Lakeshore jazz to the next level with new orchestra
Hope professor Jordan VanHemert is the force behind the Holland Concert Jazz Orchestra, which is bringing high-quality jazz performances and learning along the Lakeshore.
