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Feature Story LEDA Executive Director Gloria Lara introduces Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist at the Summit.

LEDA’s 1st virtual conference brings together leaders for day of inclusion education

ANDREA GOODELLThursday, July 23, 2020
Feature Story A new program is providing $60 million in coronavirus relief funds to prevent homelessness statewide by paying back rent to landlords. Healthy Communities

Renters avoid eviction, landlords get back rent with new state program

ANDREA GOODELLTuesday, July 21, 2020
Feature Story Theresa Glass only recently recognized the role her childhood played in her health issues as an adult . Community Development

Thrive shines light on childhood trauma’s effects on adults

ANDREA GOODELLMonday, July 20, 2020
Feature Story Margaret Paxton, Assistant to the Curator of Collections, works at the Community Archives and Research Center. Arts and Culture

14 ways grants are making a difference in the Grand Haven area

Shandra MartinezWednesday, July 15, 2020
Feature Story Patrick Cisler is executive director of the Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance. Community Development

Why counting young people is critical to success of 2020 census

ANDREA GOODELLTuesday, July 14, 2020
Feature Story Liz Hoffswell is a small business expert. Healthy Communities

What small businesses and nonprofits need to know about EIDL funds

Liz HoffswellSaturday, July 11, 2020
Feature Story The Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness honored Gene Ekema, who until recently was homeless himself, as its 2020 Volunteer Champion. Healthy Communities

How volunteering helped turn a homeless man’s life around

ANDREA GOODELLThursday, July 9, 2020
Feature Story A presenter addresses attendees at LEDA's annual summit. Community Development

Foundation grants $105,000 to groups focused on racial equity

Shandra MartinezTuesday, July 7, 2020
Feature Story Shannon Felgner is the Communications Manager for Ottawa County. Community Development

What’s at stake for Ottawa County with the census

Shandra MartinezWednesday, June 24, 2020
Feature Story The interactive exhibit, located on the corner of Main Avenue and Elm Street, takes the shape of a wall made up of red and white campaign-style buttons. Entrepreneurship

Zeeland exhibit designed to bolster community support

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 23, 2020
Feature Story Steven Penkevich in front of Reader's World in downtown Holland.

How a donor and a bookstore are educating readers in fight against racism

Steven PenkevichFriday, June 19, 2020
Feature Story Herman Miller employee sews a mask. Community Development

Herman Miller response to pandemic benefits local, global communities

By Bruce BuursmaThursday, June 18, 2020
Feature Story Volunteers built the 80-foot fence that allowed the Curragh Irish Pub to extend its patio. Healthy Communities

‘Village of friends’ gets creative to help downtown Holland restaurant reopen

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 16, 2020
Feature Story Attorney Peter D. Rhoades Economic Development

Post-pandemic business world brings many questions

Peter D. RhoadesMonday, June 15, 2020
Feature Story Chris Riker is Vice President of Advancement and Donor Services at the GHACF. Healthy Communities

Foundation matching donations to Restoring Hope fund for COVID-19 relief

Shandra MartinezFriday, June 12, 2020
Feature Story Michael McDermott performs at Seven Steps Up in 2019. Arts and Culture

Community rallies behind ‘beloved’ music venue owners

Shandra MartinezWednesday, June 10, 2020
Feature Story Protestors walk along Douglas Avenue to the Unity Bridge.

Unity march surpasses expectations

Matthew BickelMonday, June 8, 2020
Feature Story More than 3,000 people lined Unity Bridge on June 7 to show their solidarity in standing against racism in America. Community Development

Thousands line Unity Bridge, ‘standing together’ for justice

ANDREA GOODELLMonday, June 8, 2020
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