Grand Haven Area Community Foundation moves into new home in historic setting
The long-awaited new home of Grand Haven Area Community Foundation is in a historic setting with more space to work collaboratively with its partners.
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Foundation grants supports Rosy Mound expansion
A $200,000 grant for the expansion of the Rosy Mound Natural Area is among six grants the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation recently awarded.
Accessibility champion recognized for impact in Muskegon community
Brad Hastings, advocacy and outreach coordinator at Disability Network West Michigan, is honored with Muskegon’s Future 15 Award for his work in disability advocacy and improving community accessibility.
Rising diaper costs impact families: West Michigan diaper drive offers support
Since the pandemic, diaper prices have surged by 48%, costing families up to $1,000 a year per child. A diaper drive in September hopes to collect 15,000 diapers to distribute to families in need.
Take an unexpected journey to the Herrick District Library for Tolkien fun
Herrick District Library is celebrating all things of Middle Earth with a week of Tolkien events. From walking to Mordor to creating hobbit crafts to competing in a Lord of the Rings trivia night, patrons can find something unexpected every day Sept. 16-20.
Affordable housing options expand with Holland’s Lakewood Place Apartment Village groundbreaking
To be completed in phases in 2025 and 2026, Lakewood Place Apartment Village will be one of the region’s largest mixed-income housing developments alongside commercial and park space, creating a connectivity along Holland Township's Lakewood Boulevard.
Area community foundations give out $910,000 at Scholarship Ice Cream Social
This year, the GHACF, in collaboration with the Allendale Community Foundation and Coopersville Area Community Foundation, awarded more than $910,000 in scholarships to 234 area students.
West Michigan to Host 2025 and 2026 National Adaptive Sports Championship
Grand Rapids will host the 2025 and 2026 Hartford Nationals, showcasing adaptive athletes and highlighting the city’s commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and world-class sporting events.
Critical Home Repair program expands to Allegan County
A $50,000 grant from the Allegan County Community Foundation has enabled Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity to hire its first home repair coordinator and extend service to Allegan County.
September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster
Highlights for this month include an Irish music festival, an international festival, tree-climbing championships, run/walks, and a symphony performance. There’s also art, movies, history, and craft shows.
Foundation grants supports Rosy Mound expansion
A $200,000 grant for the expansion of the Rosy Mound Natural Area is among six grants the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation recently awarded.
Accessibility champion recognized for impact in Muskegon community
Brad Hastings, advocacy and outreach coordinator at Disability Network West Michigan, is honored with Muskegon’s Future 15 Award for his work in disability advocacy and improving community accessibility.
Rising diaper costs impact families: West Michigan diaper drive offers support
Since the pandemic, diaper prices have surged by 48%, costing families up to $1,000 a year per child. A diaper drive in September hopes to collect 15,000 diapers to distribute to families in need.
Take an unexpected journey to the Herrick District Library for Tolkien fun
Herrick District Library is celebrating all things of Middle Earth with a week of Tolkien events. From walking to Mordor to creating hobbit crafts to competing in a Lord of the Rings trivia night, patrons can find something unexpected every day Sept. 16-20.
Affordable housing options expand with Holland’s Lakewood Place Apartment Village groundbreaking
To be completed in phases in 2025 and 2026, Lakewood Place Apartment Village will be one of the region’s largest mixed-income housing developments alongside commercial and park space, creating a connectivity along Holland Township's Lakewood Boulevard.
Area community foundations give out $910,000 at Scholarship Ice Cream Social
This year, the GHACF, in collaboration with the Allendale Community Foundation and Coopersville Area Community Foundation, awarded more than $910,000 in scholarships to 234 area students.
West Michigan to Host 2025 and 2026 National Adaptive Sports Championship
Grand Rapids will host the 2025 and 2026 Hartford Nationals, showcasing adaptive athletes and highlighting the city’s commitment to accessibility, inclusivity, and world-class sporting events.
Critical Home Repair program expands to Allegan County
A $50,000 grant from the Allegan County Community Foundation has enabled Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity to hire its first home repair coordinator and extend service to Allegan County.
September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster
Highlights for this month include an Irish music festival, an international festival, tree-climbing championships, run/walks, and a symphony performance. There’s also art, movies, history, and craft shows.
