Communication key to helping employees adjust to new COVID-19 normal

Like many employers, DeWys Manufacturing added new communication and cleaning protocols to protect workers' health and well-being in the wake of COVID-19.

Customer and employee safety remains a priority for businesses in downtown Holland and Grand Haven.
What businesses need to know about Michigan’s mask mandate

As positive cases of COVID-19 rise, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer expanded the previous recommendation-only directive for use of face masks to a mandate. There are many implications to businesses, their patrons, and employees. Here's what you need to know. 

Margaret Paxton, Assistant to the Curator of Collections, works at the Community Archives and Research Center.
14 ways grants are making a difference in the Grand Haven area

One grant will be used to digitize Tri-Cities Historical Museum collection into a searchable online database that will provide the community — including local schools — with remote access to the museum’s entire collection.

Patrick Cisler is executive director of the Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance.
Why counting young people is critical to success of 2020 census

Young adults don’t always recognize the civic responsibility of filling out a form, but the federal government uses answers to measure population and determine federal funding distribution to local governments.

Jennifer Owens is president of Lakeshore Advantage.
Grants up to $20,000 available for small businesses impacted by COVID-19

Lakeshore Advantage will be awarding the grants totaling $3.5 million to more than 160 small businesses in Allegan and Ottawa counties. Applications for the Michigan Small Business Restart Program will be accepted July 15-Aug. 5.

Liz Hoffswell is a small business expert.
What small businesses and nonprofits need to know about EIDL funds

As a part of the CARES Act, the EIDL program offers economic support for eligible small businesses and non-profits that have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. Business expert Liz Hoffswell explains what you need to know. 

The Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness honored Gene Ekema, who until recently was homeless himself, as its 2020 Volunteer Champion.
How volunteering helped turn a homeless man’s life around

The Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness honored Gene Ekema, who until recently was homeless himself, as its 2020 Volunteer Champion.

A presenter addresses attendees at LEDA's annual summit.
Foundation grants $105,000 to groups focused on racial equity

The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area is giving $105,000 to five organizations and initiatives working to address racial equity and implicit bias.

Hadley Streng is president of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation.
GHACF extends Restoring Hope Challenge Match in face of continuing need

The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation is increasing the initial fundraising goal and extending the deadline to continue aiding community relief and recovery in response to COVID-19.

Drip is one of 10 downtown Zeeland businesses that received a MEDC grant.
Zeeland partners with MEDC, Lakeshore Advantage to support COVID-19 recovery

Zeeland is providing extra support to businesses hurt by the COVID-19 economic downturn by collaborating with the MEDC and Lakeshore Advantage on grants and other resources. 

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