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The MuskegonCity Public Art Initiative, which began in 2018, is a project of the Community Foundation for Muskegon County and is responsible for the commissioning and development of 10 monumental works of public art in the Muskegon area.

MuskegonCity Public Art Initiative bringing ‘monumental works’ to city

The latest public art project, One Drop, honors the 70th anniversary of the Women’s Division Chamber of Commerce and is about “how individual efforts when combined become major triumphs.”

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Beyond26 have helped these 6 clients find work they like. (Beyond26)
6 perfect matches: Finding the right job for workers with disabilities lets them thrive

People with disabilities are twice as likely to be unemployed compared to those without a disability. Beyond26 is one of several organizations trying to change that. Their clients share their success stories. 

Tabitha Wolters is a financial wellness specialists at Community Action House.
Changing lives with financial literacy: Q&A with CAH’s Tabitha Wolters

Tabitha Wolters, Community Action House’s financial wellness specialist, shares how she’s working with clients to pay off debt and raise credit scores.

Holland Post Office workers in 1972. (Holland Museum)
Exhibit explores the early history of the Postal Service in Holland

The Holland Museum's newest exhibition is curated by the Summer Intern Council and tells the early history of Holland's postal service. 

A cyclist rides over some tough terrain. Mosquito Creek trails offers a wide range of different riding experiences for all levels of riders.
Muskegon’s Mosquito Creek Trails becomes mountain biker destination

Spearheaded by Muskegon County and Michigan’s Edge Mountain Biking Association, the multi-use trail is gaining a reputation as one of best trails in West Michigan. Volunteers have been key to building the trails and other amenities.

Benjamin's Hope friends enjoying the accessible swing set at the Park Township campus.
Mother finds accessible play space to accommodate the entire family

Jess Ronne found a play space where her son Lucas, who is autistic, could come along with his siblings. The accessible playground and barn at Benjamin’s Hope in Holland is a place designed for those with disabilities but welcomes everyone.

To help people better understand the challenges faced by those with disabilities, the United Ways in Michigan have launched the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge. 
United Ways, Disability Network partner for Disability Equity Challenge

To help people better understand the challenges faced by those with disabilities, the United Ways in Michigan have launched the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge. 

Ed Amaya, Jasmine Irish and Kolin Van Fossan.
New faces join CFHZ board

Three community volunteers will play an important role in helping the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area allocate funding for local programs and projects. 

Paul Ecklund
Advocate works behind the scenes to create a more inclusive community

From affordable housing to accessible transportation, big-picture thinker Paul Ecklund works to make lasting changes by changing systems.   

Momentum Center staff and members pose outside the nonprofit's new Holland facility at 345 W. 14th St. From left are members Steve Savage and James Dykstra and Program Coordinator Sarah Streng and Chief Funding Officer Caleb Zokoe.
Momentum Center continues to expand programming in Grand Haven, Holland

The Momentum Center, with locations in Grand Haven and Holland, is a grassroots movement to create a stigma-free community. The nonprofit is reaching out to new groups with its ever-expanding programming.

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