Veterans in Ottawa County can register with the county to receive an Honor Rewards Program ID card that will net them discounts from nearly 300 businesses. A virtual symposium will highlight those and other benefits for Ottawa County veterans.
The $66,625 Grand Haven Area Community Foundation grant will fund research aimed at determining if the Momentum Center’s community-based model can be replicated in other municipalities across the nation. The center’s program focuses on fostering a sense of community to help disenfranchised people experience healthy relationships.
Though the Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, Michigan’s sunniest season arrives later this month. There are plenty of ways to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, from car shows to festivals. Check out some of the events scheduled along the Lakeshore.
The new nonprofit is hosting its inaugural race series this year. The June 12 and Aug. 28 events will be held on Mona Lake at Ross Park and will benefit the Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan.
Since the onset of the pandemic, the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation has provided more than $1 million in relief to support individuals, families, and for-impact partners most affected by COVID-19.
The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation (GHACF), one of Michigan’s largest public community organizations, is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a series of community engagement activities this year.
Kaja Thornton Hunter, head of the nonprofit Overcoming Barriers, developed a passion and love for those with disabilities. Entrepreneur Thornton Hunter also created Kaja’s Flavor Packs to bring the beloved flavor of a Southern crab boil to Muskegon.
Speaking up for herself and for others important is to Nayeli Mora, who will compete next month for the Midwest Youth of the Year after winning the local and state competitions.
As the mother of a child with Down syndrome, Amanda Rhines is a passionate disability advocate. After a decade at D.A. Blodgett-St. John’s, Rhines is in her first year as executive director of Disability Network/Lakeshore.
The Community Action House Food Club will allow low-income customers choice and dignity while they shop for their families. The adjoining Opportunity Hub will help them do more.
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