Girlfriends Getaway brings fun, shopping, and support to Muskegon
New weekend event features local makers, activities, and supports Every Woman’s Place through community partnerships, shopping, and cultural experiences.
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Lakeshore Advantage adds investors to drive regional economic growth
Three new board members join Lakeshore Advantage to help guide West Michigan’s economic future through investment-driven collaboration and strategy.
Holland-Zeeland Chamber earns national award for innovation and leadership
Michigan West Coast Chamber recognized for programs boosting careers, volunteerism, and community growth, earning national Chamber of the Year honors.
SBAM Nurture Benefits program enhances compensation for child care providers
The Small Business Association of Michigan Nurture Benefits will expand access to health insurance, life insurance, and retirement savings for Michigan's child care providers.
Fennville’s agritourism sector to be complemented by $4.8M ‘regeneration project’ of historic hotel
“The regeneration project will provide new jobs and tourism, boosting the local economy and helping to support Fennville as a premier West Michigan destination,” says developer Dori DePree.
Developer Day 2025 showcases housing opportunities across Allegan County
A full-day bus tour connects developers with land, leaders, and resources to spark new housing projects in Allegan County communities.
Foundation awards nearly $800K to strengthen Ottawa County community
Nine local organizations receive Community Impact Grants to support mental health, economic development, youth programs, and essential community services.
Mental health agencies strengthen services through community collaborations
Across Michigan, community mental health (CMH) agencies are expanding their reach through partnerships with local organizations that address housing, transportation, and other barriers to care. These collaborations aim to create a more coordinated and accessible mental health system, particularly for individuals with complex needs.
West Coast Chamber invests in future with downtown Holland expansion
Chamber buys third floor of The Next Center to boost collaboration, support members, and launch new career readiness initiatives.
Regional Housing Partnerships do the critical work locally to move needle on Statewide Housing Plan
Michigan’s first-ever Statewide Housing Plan was released in June 2022, almost three years ago. A little over the halfway point of the comprehensive five-year plan, stakeholders and collaborative partners look at just how critical regional housing partnerships are in their own communities — moving the needle forward across the entire state.
Lakeshore Advantage adds investors to drive regional economic growth
Three new board members join Lakeshore Advantage to help guide West Michigan’s economic future through investment-driven collaboration and strategy.
Holland-Zeeland Chamber earns national award for innovation and leadership
Michigan West Coast Chamber recognized for programs boosting careers, volunteerism, and community growth, earning national Chamber of the Year honors.
SBAM Nurture Benefits program enhances compensation for child care providers
The Small Business Association of Michigan Nurture Benefits will expand access to health insurance, life insurance, and retirement savings for Michigan's child care providers.
Fennville’s agritourism sector to be complemented by $4.8M ‘regeneration project’ of historic hotel
“The regeneration project will provide new jobs and tourism, boosting the local economy and helping to support Fennville as a premier West Michigan destination,” says developer Dori DePree.
Developer Day 2025 showcases housing opportunities across Allegan County
A full-day bus tour connects developers with land, leaders, and resources to spark new housing projects in Allegan County communities.
Foundation awards nearly $800K to strengthen Ottawa County community
Nine local organizations receive Community Impact Grants to support mental health, economic development, youth programs, and essential community services.
Mental health agencies strengthen services through community collaborations
Across Michigan, community mental health (CMH) agencies are expanding their reach through partnerships with local organizations that address housing, transportation, and other barriers to care. These collaborations aim to create a more coordinated and accessible mental health system, particularly for individuals with complex needs.
West Coast Chamber invests in future with downtown Holland expansion
Chamber buys third floor of The Next Center to boost collaboration, support members, and launch new career readiness initiatives.
Regional Housing Partnerships do the critical work locally to move needle on Statewide Housing Plan
Michigan’s first-ever Statewide Housing Plan was released in June 2022, almost three years ago. A little over the halfway point of the comprehensive five-year plan, stakeholders and collaborative partners look at just how critical regional housing partnerships are in their own communities — moving the needle forward across the entire state.
