City on a Hill celebrates 20th anniversary of nurturing collaboration among Zeeland nonprofits
City on a Hill celebrates 20 years on June 16 with a community event featuring food, games and family activities at Lawrence Street Park.
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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.
Ticket to Work helps people with disabilities return to work safely
The program offers guidance and support so people with disabilities can work without losing benefits, addressing fears, complexity, and financial instability.
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.
Gentex engineers help nonprofits improve efficiency
Gentex engineers apply manufacturing skills to streamline donations, boost volunteer impact, and expand services at Community Action House and Kids’ Food Basket.
How mentorship helps one man build stability despite setbacks
A long-term mentoring relationship shows how accountability, honesty, and persistence can support progress, even as challenges and setbacks continue along the way.
Hoogland family honors parents’ legacy of service to Zeeland
Siblings celebrate parents’ civic legacy while highlighting Zeeland’s enduring culture of connection, community investment, and leadership across generations and sectors.
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.
GVSU’s Johnson Center report forecasts 11 trends shaping philanthropy in 2026
The annual Johnson Center report explores key trends influencing nonprofits as leaders navigate uncertainty, technology, trust, and evolving community and donor expectations.
Downtown Utica’s Art Nook: “Super cool place making”
Art Nook connects folks to downtown businesses and showcases a colorful mural by artist Kevin Gano.
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.
Ticket to Work helps people with disabilities return to work safely
The program offers guidance and support so people with disabilities can work without losing benefits, addressing fears, complexity, and financial instability.
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.
Gentex engineers help nonprofits improve efficiency
Gentex engineers apply manufacturing skills to streamline donations, boost volunteer impact, and expand services at Community Action House and Kids’ Food Basket.
How mentorship helps one man build stability despite setbacks
A long-term mentoring relationship shows how accountability, honesty, and persistence can support progress, even as challenges and setbacks continue along the way.
Hoogland family honors parents’ legacy of service to Zeeland
Siblings celebrate parents’ civic legacy while highlighting Zeeland’s enduring culture of connection, community investment, and leadership across generations and sectors.
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.
GVSU’s Johnson Center report forecasts 11 trends shaping philanthropy in 2026
The annual Johnson Center report explores key trends influencing nonprofits as leaders navigate uncertainty, technology, trust, and evolving community and donor expectations.
Downtown Utica’s Art Nook: “Super cool place making”
Art Nook connects folks to downtown businesses and showcases a colorful mural by artist Kevin Gano.
