Michigan’s new Medicaid coverage for birth doulas brings benefits and new challenges
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has been bolstering support for Michigan doulas through its Doula Initiative.
Application window open for grants supporting placemaking projects that unite Michigan communities
This latest round of microgrants has the foundation increasing its awards in the Neighborhood Microgrant category from $500 to $1,000; Main Street Microgrants remain at $5,000 per grant.
Community Foundation picks local nonprofit leader as next CEO
After a national search, local nonprofit leader Patrick Cisler has been tapped to be the next president/CEO of the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area.
Carter Kits help first responders take better care of patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
North Country Community Mental Health and Northern Lakes Community Mental Health provide Carter Kits to first responders. The kits contain sensory items that help distract children with Autism Spectrum Disorder from the stress of being involved in an emergency situation.
Muskegon restaurateur shares her culture through food and tequila
At Los Amigos Tequila Bar & Grill, owner Ana Olson and her staff provide a welcoming environment to the Muskegon community, serving others with a purpose.
Holland history: The Great Fire of 1871
The final in our Holland History series looks at the Great Fire of 1871. Holland was far from the only city devastated by fire that day.
Park playground transformation creates space for inclusive play
The transformation of the playground at Milham Park has created a model for inclusive play for children with disabilities. It's part of a growing trend to make parks more accessible for people of all abilities.
How West Michigan agribusiness professionals inspire the next generation
In an effort to educate the next generation about the agribusiness industry, agribusiness professionals volunteered their time to visit 26 classrooms and engage with 550 elementary school students.
How Sara Hendren inspires a ‘joyful approach’ to accessible design
Sara Hendren, the author of “What Can A Body Do? How We Meet the Built World” advocates for the “most creative, joyful approach to making the world accessible.”
Things to do in April: Toy show, dance, art, egg hunts, Cowboy Junkies on Lakeshore calendar
Whether your jam is theater, egg hunts, art, birds of prey and beer, or — of course — music, The Lakeshore has it all this April.
