Kim Koeman, Robyn Afrik, and Rebekah Bakker — all Korean women adopted by white Holland families — graduated from the same high school. Their involvement in Women of Color Give provided a catalyst for reconnecting as adults, but their shared experience expanded their friendship beyond the organization.
Justin Caserta has dedicated his life to the kids and teens at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland. His mentorship program will expand thanks to his Maytag Dependable Leaders Award and grant.
Jenny Van Veen donates a percentage of sales from her store, Frances Jaye, to a nonprofit each month. She also has been closely involved with efforts to make downtown Holland feel more inclusive.
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area Board of Trustees elected three new members at its recent annual meeting. Scott Brooks and Erin Zylman will serve on CFHZ committees, and Lydia Steeby is the board’s youth trustee. The board also held officer elections during the meeting.
Partnerships among municipal, business, and nonprofit partners and the public could make new playspaces a reality in Douglas and downtown Holland.
Holland's Juneteenth celebration will be a day of fun, learning, and healing. Alongside the festival fun will also be a COVID-19 clinic and voter registration drive.
The new nonprofit is hosting its inaugural race series this year. The June 12 and Aug. 28 events will be held on Mona Lake at Ross Park and will benefit the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan.
Speaking up for herself and for others important is to Nayeli Mora, who will compete next month for the Midwest Youth of the Year after winning the local and state competitions.
The Community Action House Food Club will allow low-income customers choice and dignity while they shop for their families. The adjoining Opportunity Hub will help them do more.
For 20 years, The Lemonade Stand has provided a home, family, and support to those struggling with mental health and/or addiction issues in Muskegon. Like many nonprofit mental health programs across the country, The Stand continues to grapple with too little funding, especially since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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