Excellence in Education marks 40 years of honoring educators
A longtime Grand Haven tradition celebrates student achievement and the teachers whose guidance impacts generations.
Grand Haven
Located on the sugar sand shores of Lake Michigan, at the mouth of the Grand River, Grand Haven is an active resort town and the epicenter of West Michigan's Water Wonderland. Grand Haven State Park is regularly rated one of the nation's top beaches. And the city features more than 100 miles of bike trail, 2 Great Lakes lighthouses, a busy waterfront boardwalk, and an extensive fleet of charter fishing boats. The city has felt the pain of Michigan's deindustrialization. But the community also is acting aggressively to reinvest in the urban core, leverage traditional assets such as a distinct quality of life, and position itself to compete in the 21st century. With the Big Lake on the front doorstep, it's hard to imagine anything but success.
Community foundation awards $551K in grants across Northwest Ottawa County
Grand Haven Area Community Foundation awards $551,000 in grants, including $250,000 to redevelop Spring Lake’s North Bank Park.
GVSU leader joins Grand Haven foundation to strengthen operations, community impact
Amirah Vosburgh joins the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation to support growth, streamline operations, and expand community-driven impact across the Lakeshore.
Love INC partnership highlights $386K in Community Impact grant awards
Love INC’s recycling partnership is part of $386,500 in Community Impact grants awarded to eight organizations serving regional needs.
Libraries find new ways to expand services
Two libraries in Ottawa County are adding learning and dementia programs, helping students, job seekers, and seniors through free, community-focused services.
‘Friendship Bench’ connects Tri Cities through simple conversation
Inspired by a Zimbabwe program, the Momentum Center launches a Friendship Bench pilot to improve mental wellness through community connection.
Veteran philanthropic leader joins GHACF as VP of grants, programs
Veteran philanthropic leader Amy Moore will oversee GHACF's grantmaking, scholarships, capacity building, and partnerships.
Grand Haven library launches makerspace, art studio to inspire creativity
Loutit District Library unveils technology-filled makerspace and traditional art studio, fostering lifelong learning, community engagement, and free creative opportunities.
Nature-based early childhood program is among recipients of Community Impact grants
A $250,000 grant supports a nature-based preschool center that will include classrooms, trails, and programs for low-income children and children with disabilities.
Ice cream social celebrates scholarships, bright futures for area students
Grand Haven’s annual ice cream social honors 229 scholarship recipients, highlighting community support, student achievement, and investment in education’s future.
