Mike-Goorhouse

‘Remarkable leader’ Mike Goorhouse to step down as CEO of CFHZ

Mike Goorhouse has served as president/CEO of the foundation since 2014, leading the organization through a season of growth that includes building the Community’s Endowment beyond $100 million.

For the last decade, employees from Ameriprise have volunteered with Community Action House to help prepare food for Thanksgiving distribution.
How 2 groups plan to provide Thanksgiving meals for those facing food insecurity

The Muskegon Rescue Mission and Community Action House will be helping out Lakeshore residents facing food insecurity during the Thanksgiving holiday. Find out how organizations and individuals are stepping up to help. 

Nicole Shannon, systemic litigation and advocacy attorney for the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative, and Alison Hirschel, director and managing attorney of the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative.
Here’s how Michigan is working to ensure court-appointed guardians don’t take advantage of elders

Michigan providers and activists are working hard to ensure the guardianship system effectively serves Michigan's older adults.

Members of the DNSWM's I&R team
Why information and referrals are key to supporting the disability community

Every day, people with disabilities find the support and help they need — quickly, conveniently, and free of charge — because of information and referral services.

Bre McCarthy, (left) and Pam Ackley are taking over as Co-Directors of The Lakeshore Arts Festival.
With a new leadership team, Lakeshore Art Festival prepares for 2023

Bre McCarthy and Pam Ackley are taking over as Co-Directors of The Lakeshore Art Festival (LAF), the nationally recognized Muskegon event held the last weekend in June. 

The Harbor Humane Society has a program to help support pet owners during a crisis. (Canva)
Keeping people with their pets during a crisis: How $144K in grants are being used

A grant to help people keep their pets during a crisis is one way the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area is allocating $144,000 in grants. 

The HCAC is offering swimming lesson scholarships.
HAC Foundation launches campaign to increase access to swim programs

The Holland Aquatic Center (HAC) Foundation has announced its newest campaign that will lay the groundwork for future support to individuals and operations at the state-of-the-art indoor swimming facility.

Gentex's Dan Quintanilla and Gold Mascot, Buckets, visited Roosevelt Elementary in Zeeland. (Gentex)
NBA affiliate Grand Rapids Gold’s partnership with Gentex to benefit schools

In addition to being an official sponsor of the basketball team this season, Gentex is the presenting partner of the Gold Reading Program with Zeeland, Holland, and West Ottawa public schools.  

Jamie Winkler, executive director of the Salvation Army Great Lakes Harbor Light System, in a short term residential care room at the Salvation Army's Harbor Light facility in Detroit.
Medical respite care helps Michigan’s most vulnerable recuperate after hospitalization

A handful of Michigan facilities offer daily wound care, help filling and taking prescriptions, or support with substance use disorder treatment for those in need.

Sandy Parker
Spring Lake health educator’s wellness events raise funds for community causes

Sandy Parker, owner of On The Path Yoga, has raised funds to support several community causes through her outdoor yoga classes. It’s just one way she’s making a difference in the Village of Spring Lake.   

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