Holland bike shop grows into nonprofit promoting safe youth cycling
Velo Kids expanded from Holland into West Michigan communities, teaching children bike safety through camps, school programs, and parks partnerships.
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Internships for bilingual students help them develop Spanish skills while helping community
Jenison students gain bilingual experience through internships, preparing for future careers and opportunities while helping Spanish-speaking families communicate.
West Ottawa’s Chris Meyer honored for inspiring student musicians
Former Holland Area Youth Orchestra cellist Chris Meyer now inspires West Ottawa students daily through music, mentorship, patience, and community.
Holland Christian taps alumnus to lead growing school system
Jeff Haverdink, a Holland Christian graduate, will lead the expanding school system as enrollment rises and demand grows across programs.
West Michigan program links food access to student learning
Kids’ Food Basket pairs meals with nutrition education, helping West Michigan students improve focus, try more nutritious foods, and build healthy habits.
CultureWorks marks 15 years supporting teens through arts, connection
Holland nonprofit expands free programs, helping teens find belonging, confidence, and creative outlets while community support fuels rapid growth and access.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Health care access is inseparable from academic success.
West Michigan schools respond as families face “new hunger cliff”
As the new ‘hunger cliff’ approaches, schools and nonprofits are working together to help families facing rising hunger and uncertain food assistance.
Muskegon author’s longtime dream comes true with published children’s book
After a decade of determination, Christina Fecher celebrates her debut children’s book, Santa’s Summer Vacation in Michigan, and inspires others to pursue long-held creative dreams.
ECIC guides Michigan’s early childhood strategy
ECIC works with public agencies, community partners, philanthropy, and providers to ensure every child has a foundation for lifelong success.
Internships for bilingual students help them develop Spanish skills while helping community
Jenison students gain bilingual experience through internships, preparing for future careers and opportunities while helping Spanish-speaking families communicate.
West Ottawa’s Chris Meyer honored for inspiring student musicians
Former Holland Area Youth Orchestra cellist Chris Meyer now inspires West Ottawa students daily through music, mentorship, patience, and community.
Holland Christian taps alumnus to lead growing school system
Jeff Haverdink, a Holland Christian graduate, will lead the expanding school system as enrollment rises and demand grows across programs.
West Michigan program links food access to student learning
Kids’ Food Basket pairs meals with nutrition education, helping West Michigan students improve focus, try more nutritious foods, and build healthy habits.
CultureWorks marks 15 years supporting teens through arts, connection
Holland nonprofit expands free programs, helping teens find belonging, confidence, and creative outlets while community support fuels rapid growth and access.
How Medicaid supports early education and child development
Health care access is inseparable from academic success.
West Michigan schools respond as families face “new hunger cliff”
As the new ‘hunger cliff’ approaches, schools and nonprofits are working together to help families facing rising hunger and uncertain food assistance.
Muskegon author’s longtime dream comes true with published children’s book
After a decade of determination, Christina Fecher celebrates her debut children’s book, Santa’s Summer Vacation in Michigan, and inspires others to pursue long-held creative dreams.
ECIC guides Michigan’s early childhood strategy
ECIC works with public agencies, community partners, philanthropy, and providers to ensure every child has a foundation for lifelong success.
