Hundreds kept housed during COVID by eviction diversion program in Ottawa County
Good Samaritan Ministries has worked with landlords and tenants to help hundreds maintain housing during the COVID-19 pandemic. It takes work on both sides.
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How hope and joy can be found in the darkest times
Lakeshore resident Steve Harryman recounts his late wife’s cancer diagnosis with a grim prognosis and the way participation in a support group with those on a similar journey replaced her grief with joy and compassion for others.
Lakeshore housing initiatives focus on ‘missing middle’
Though wages increasing 5.2% in the past five years, the average home sale price shot up 64.5%, leaving homeownership out of reach for most moderate wage-earners — particularly those who earn $15-$20 per hour. Several Lakeshore nonprofits and trade associations are spearheading initiatives to help this “missing middle” navigate the path to buying a home.
How Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year overcame bullying and embraced her culture
Nayeli Mora was bullied in elementary and middle school as she struggled to learn English. As the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland’s 2021 Youth of the Year, she hopes to use her voice and her story to make a difference in her generation and inspire her peers to advocate for themselves.
GRABB grants help area Black businesses navigate COVID-19
The GRABB Relief and Resilience Fund is specifically for Black entrepreneurs and business owners impacted by COVID-19’s on-going business interruptions and limitations. The grants support for-profit businesses that were unable to access adequate funding through the COVID-19.
Metal Flow CEO honored as Woman of Achievement and Courage
Kelly Springer says she is honored to be one of six women statewide being recognized by Michigan Women Forward. She says she is committed to the organization, whose mission is to promote financial independence, economic justice, and gender equity for Michigan women and girls.
Filmmaker gives a voice to first gen college students
Cynthia Martinez was looking for a way to give back to her hometown. She found that outlet by creating a documentary about Upward Bound’s virtual summer session. The program is designed to enable low-income, first-generation students to thrive and prepare for college.
GHACF invests $1.5M to provide low-cost loans to community nonprofits
The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation recently approved a five-year investment in IFF. Income from GHACF’s stake in the community development financial institution will be used to provide loans to nonprofits in Northwest Ottawa County target communities.
Working together to solve health concerns
Nonprofits, health care providers, and governments have forged relationships that helped them better address the COVID-19 pandemic. The triennial Ottawa County Community Health Needs Assessment shows 2020 was the year of COVID and mental health.
How a local organization advocates, seeks to create change and more inclusive spaces
Disability Advocates of Kent County works to assist individuals with various services, connect them with community resources, and help organizations create spaces that are accessible and welcoming. Executive Director, Dave Bulkowski shares how they've responded to COVID-19 and what they hope to see going forward.
How hope and joy can be found in the darkest times
Lakeshore resident Steve Harryman recounts his late wife’s cancer diagnosis with a grim prognosis and the way participation in a support group with those on a similar journey replaced her grief with joy and compassion for others.
Lakeshore housing initiatives focus on ‘missing middle’
Though wages increasing 5.2% in the past five years, the average home sale price shot up 64.5%, leaving homeownership out of reach for most moderate wage-earners — particularly those who earn $15-$20 per hour. Several Lakeshore nonprofits and trade associations are spearheading initiatives to help this “missing middle” navigate the path to buying a home.
How Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year overcame bullying and embraced her culture
Nayeli Mora was bullied in elementary and middle school as she struggled to learn English. As the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland’s 2021 Youth of the Year, she hopes to use her voice and her story to make a difference in her generation and inspire her peers to advocate for themselves.
GRABB grants help area Black businesses navigate COVID-19
The GRABB Relief and Resilience Fund is specifically for Black entrepreneurs and business owners impacted by COVID-19’s on-going business interruptions and limitations. The grants support for-profit businesses that were unable to access adequate funding through the COVID-19.
Metal Flow CEO honored as Woman of Achievement and Courage
Kelly Springer says she is honored to be one of six women statewide being recognized by Michigan Women Forward. She says she is committed to the organization, whose mission is to promote financial independence, economic justice, and gender equity for Michigan women and girls.
Filmmaker gives a voice to first gen college students
Cynthia Martinez was looking for a way to give back to her hometown. She found that outlet by creating a documentary about Upward Bound’s virtual summer session. The program is designed to enable low-income, first-generation students to thrive and prepare for college.
GHACF invests $1.5M to provide low-cost loans to community nonprofits
The Grand Haven Area Community Foundation recently approved a five-year investment in IFF. Income from GHACF’s stake in the community development financial institution will be used to provide loans to nonprofits in Northwest Ottawa County target communities.
Working together to solve health concerns
Nonprofits, health care providers, and governments have forged relationships that helped them better address the COVID-19 pandemic. The triennial Ottawa County Community Health Needs Assessment shows 2020 was the year of COVID and mental health.
How a local organization advocates, seeks to create change and more inclusive spaces
Disability Advocates of Kent County works to assist individuals with various services, connect them with community resources, and help organizations create spaces that are accessible and welcoming. Executive Director, Dave Bulkowski shares how they've responded to COVID-19 and what they hope to see going forward.
