Community Foundation invests in Jubilee housing with line of credit
A $250,000 line of credit from the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area will allow Jubilee Ministries to invest in property over the next five years.
Hundreds kept housed during COVID by eviction diversion program in Ottawa County
Good Samaritan Ministries has worked with landlords and tenants to help hundreds maintain housing during the COVID-19 pandemic. It takes work on both sides.
Guest editor Dr. Donna Lowry shares stories of possibility and potential
As an obstetrician and mother of three boys, Dr. Donna Lowry has long been surrounded by possibilities and potential. As guest editor, the Ready for School CEO shares stories from The Lakeshore of those awaking possibility in others.
How hope and joy can be found in the darkest times
Lakeshore resident Steve Harryman recounts his late wife’s cancer diagnosis with a grim prognosis and the way participation in a support group with those on a similar journey replaced her grief with joy and compassion for others.
Telehealth expansion has made health care more accessible during the pandemic – but not for everyone
Michiganders who are older, live in rural areas, or have income challenges may have trouble navigating, accessing, or affording the technology they need to keep their telehealth appointments.
Teachers play prominent role in judge’s journey from migrant work to court bench
As a child, Juanita Flores Bocanegra spent growing seasons in Holland. The 58th District judge is grateful for her parents’ support of her education, and spotlights three West Ottawa district teachers who inspired her to do quality work and reach for academic excellence.
Lakeshore housing initiatives focus on ‘missing middle’
Though wages increasing 5.2% in the past five years, the average home sale price shot up 64.5%, leaving homeownership out of reach for most moderate wage-earners — particularly those who earn $15-$20 per hour. Several Lakeshore nonprofits and trade associations are spearheading initiatives to help this “missing middle” navigate the path to buying a home.
How Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year overcame bullying and embraced her culture
Nayeli Mora was bullied in elementary and middle school as she struggled to learn English. As the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland’s 2021 Youth of the Year, she hopes to use her voice and her story to make a difference in her generation and inspire her peers to advocate for themselves.
Manufacturer invests $1.5M to expand Georgetown Township facility
Automated Machine Systems is growing its existing Georgetown Township facility, investing $1.5 million in the 35,000-square-foot expansion. Lakeshore Advantage helped connect AMS with resources to support its growth.
Why 2021 just might be the year to start your business
Uncertainty remains in 2021 as we take steps to get ahead of the pandemic. However, emerging trends — including the explosion of e-commerce and pent-up customer demand — show this might be a great time to start a business.
