From homeless to helping: Holland leader shares his Habitat story
Holland City Council member Quincy Bryd understands the affordable housing crisis better than most. A decade ago, his family was facing homelessness after he lost his job.
Nonprofits join forces to tackle affordable housing shortage in Ottawa County
The Rodriguez-Matos family will finally move into their own home thanks to the work of local nonprofits that are joining forces to more quickly move the needle on available affordable housing in the Holland area.
One story of recovery: ‘She gave me a chance when I didn’t think I would get one’
When Jessica Christopher applied to be part of the staff at the Momentum Center for Social Engagement, she worried her past would be an obstacle. It turned out to be an asset.
Why Momentum Center’s approach to improving mental health is working
Those who take part in the Grand Haven nonprofit's activities report a decrease in depression and anxiety as their social connectedness increases.
How a Spring Lake fire station is inspiring communities to use solar power
The station's success with solar energy has inspired similar projects across North Ottawa County. Muskegon solar provider Chart House Energy has made the decision easy for area municipalities by giving them the option of paying no upfront costs.
How PACE could spur energy innovation along the Lakeshore
Bali Kumar explains how businesses and nonprofits can take advantage of the Michigan PACE program to finance sustainable building projects that often don't qualify for traditional bank loans.
Hope professor taking Lakeshore jazz to the next level with new orchestra
Hope professor Jordan VanHemert is the force behind the Holland Concert Jazz Orchestra, which is bringing high-quality jazz performances and learning along the Lakeshore.
Jim Brooks and Dick Haworth: Shared experience and vision nurture enduring friendship
The philanthropists share a 60-year friendship distinguished by a commitment to involvement in the greater Holland/Zeeland community.
Community asked to take part in survey for Holland/Zeeland strategic planning initiative
Future Search 2020 – a new strategic planning initiative for the Holland/Zeeland area — is asking residents to take an online survey by March 31.
Expansion will give Kids’ Food Basket greater reach in Ottawa, Allegan counties
Kids’ Food Basket will soon have the capacity to reach more children in Ottawa and Allegan counties with a new Holland facility.
