Grand Haven nonprofit supports women by providing essentials
The Be Event works as a kind of “911 charity,” filling in the cracks where other nonprofits can't reach. It raises money each year with a women's luncheon.
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CFHZ awards $150,000 in operating grants to help nonprofits thrive
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area awarded the operating grants to 23 area nonprofits that have not received other significant CFHZ funding in 2020.
Women of Color Give completes first round of grant awards
In the first funding distribution by the philanthropic give circle, five local nonprofits received a total of almost $22,000 to aid their work with BIPOC along the Lakeshore.
Little pantry brings kindness, helping hand
The Cottrell family has created a little free pantry in front of their Holland home to spread a little kindness and a helping hand during COVID-19.
Holland artist’s signs aim to cheer hospital workers, community
Artist Carolyn Stich wanted to show her appreciation for local frontline workers. She created large signs with inspiring messages that have been installed at Holland Hospital.
Herman Miller partners with Community Foundation to tackle COVID-19 crisis
Throughout the pandemic, Herman Miller has supported the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area with impactful financial resources. Support from the Zeeland manufacturer has been directed to CFHZ’s Emergency Human Needs Fund and Community Stabilization Fund.
Founder shares how nonprofit highlights generosity of tourism industry professionals
GVSU Professor Patty Janes used her experience with the hospitality and tourism industries to create a nonprofit initiative that engages Michigan industry professionals in volunteerism. Thousands of volunteers have participated in efforts to rehabilitate state attractions in need through Michigan Cares for Tourism.
Herman Miller’s ‘Day of Purpose’ provides paid time off on Election Day
In its longstanding tradition of engaging employees as active citizens in their communities, Herman Miller is inaugurating a “Day of Purpose,” giving all employees worldwide a paid day off on Nov. 3. The global manufacturer is one of hundreds of U.S. companies taking part in the nonpartisan “Time to Vote” initiative, which aims to increase voter participation.
Foundation invests in community through stabilization fund grants
The Community Foundation of the Greater Holland/Zeeland Area has raised $1 million in a fund to invest in meeting needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Grants totaling $520,000 have been awarded to local agencies that serve vulnerable populations.
Women of Color Give ‘thrilled’ to launch first distribution
The diverse philanthropy collective kicks off its first give with nominations of organizations that serve BIPOC communities, followed by a detailed application process and a pitch session with WOC Give members.
CFHZ awards $150,000 in operating grants to help nonprofits thrive
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area awarded the operating grants to 23 area nonprofits that have not received other significant CFHZ funding in 2020.
Women of Color Give completes first round of grant awards
In the first funding distribution by the philanthropic give circle, five local nonprofits received a total of almost $22,000 to aid their work with BIPOC along the Lakeshore.
Little pantry brings kindness, helping hand
The Cottrell family has created a little free pantry in front of their Holland home to spread a little kindness and a helping hand during COVID-19.
Holland artist’s signs aim to cheer hospital workers, community
Artist Carolyn Stich wanted to show her appreciation for local frontline workers. She created large signs with inspiring messages that have been installed at Holland Hospital.
Herman Miller partners with Community Foundation to tackle COVID-19 crisis
Throughout the pandemic, Herman Miller has supported the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area with impactful financial resources. Support from the Zeeland manufacturer has been directed to CFHZ’s Emergency Human Needs Fund and Community Stabilization Fund.
Founder shares how nonprofit highlights generosity of tourism industry professionals
GVSU Professor Patty Janes used her experience with the hospitality and tourism industries to create a nonprofit initiative that engages Michigan industry professionals in volunteerism. Thousands of volunteers have participated in efforts to rehabilitate state attractions in need through Michigan Cares for Tourism.
Herman Miller’s ‘Day of Purpose’ provides paid time off on Election Day
In its longstanding tradition of engaging employees as active citizens in their communities, Herman Miller is inaugurating a “Day of Purpose,” giving all employees worldwide a paid day off on Nov. 3. The global manufacturer is one of hundreds of U.S. companies taking part in the nonpartisan “Time to Vote” initiative, which aims to increase voter participation.
Foundation invests in community through stabilization fund grants
The Community Foundation of the Greater Holland/Zeeland Area has raised $1 million in a fund to invest in meeting needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Grants totaling $520,000 have been awarded to local agencies that serve vulnerable populations.
Women of Color Give ‘thrilled’ to launch first distribution
The diverse philanthropy collective kicks off its first give with nominations of organizations that serve BIPOC communities, followed by a detailed application process and a pitch session with WOC Give members.
