In its first year, 35 women have entered the program, and nine have completed it.

A nonprofit is collaborating on the project with a team of experts at Georgetown University.

This unique event offers walkers and runners the rare opportunity to compete on an actual airport runway.

The funds were raised during the Grand Rapids Gold’s Fan Appreciation Night game.

According to the nonprofit, the number of submitted interest forms has nearly doubled from 2023 to 2025.

All Parties in the Park occur on Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m. in Muskegon's Hackley Park, 350 W Webster Ave.  

The funding, awarded through lululemon's Centre for Social Impact, supports organizations committed to making mental wellbeing more accessible through movement-based initiatives.

The alliance is comprised of community partners, educators, service providers, parents, and advocates.

Due to previous high demand, the program has nearly doubled its enrollment cap to ensure more youth can participate.

The organization is asking for patience and grace as it determines the program's future.

Despite federal policy shifts and the challenges they present, program staff have continued to provide critical services to ensure refugee families feel supported, informed, and empowered.

This year’s featured chefs include Chef of the Year Kurt Kwiatkowski, Chef Professional Mick Rickerd, Junior Culinarian Cameron Weibel, and Chef Educator Jacob Bandstra.

This is the first time the outing will take place at a new location since its inception 37 years ago.

The campaign aims build 100 affordable homes in Grand Rapids.

With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fund development, and strategic donor engagement, he will have a key role in advancing Meijer Gardens’ mission through philanthropic partnerships and community support.

The organization will host a “ground-breaking wall-raising” event at the site of what’s known as Hope Village, in the 100 block of Garden Avenue SE.

The nonprofit facilitates equitable growth in K-8 student academics, social emotional skills, and self-esteem through one-on-one mentoring relationships at three Grand Rapids Public Schools and three Godfrey Lee Public Schools.

The new position will provide support to the increasing number of adult learners in community and citizenship programs.

The new office consolidates CSNIP's three smaller clinics into a single location, doubling its capacity to provide reduced-cost veterinary care for pet owners in need across 10 West Michigan counties.

The Essential Service Awards recognize non-managerial frontline workers who go above and beyond their daily responsibilities and display integrity, passion and commitment.