KC Ready 4s is a community-designed organization focused on helping local public and private pre-kindergarten programs reach high quality; offering tuition assistance to qualifying families so they can afford to enroll their 4-year-olds in high-quality pre-kindergarten programs. Volunteers from First National Bank of Michigan are the first group to engage with kids in the classroom … Continue reading

Community Homeworks knows that low-income families face many challenges and believe that one of the first steps to moving forward is working to create a more stable and sustainable home environment. Often that starts with addressing critical repairs that a homeowner is not able to afford. Community Homeworks is committed to connecting homeowners to resources … Continue reading

The mission of the Capital Area Humane Society is to promote the humane treatment of companion animals through protection, placement, education, and example. The CAHS shelter can house up to 400 animals at one time. An average of more than 16 animals per day went home in 2020. That is one animal going home every … Continue reading

The YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids ensures a stronger, healthier community for all with a commitment to nurturing the potential of area youth, promoting healthy living, and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is one of West Michigan’s leading non-profits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. At the Y … Continue reading

Heritage Homes, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit agency incorporated in 1971 by parents, advocates, and clergy in the Holland / Zeeland area to serve the housing needs of adults with developmental disabilities. The organization which began with one adult foster care home has grown to regularly serve individuals residing in Allegan, Kent, Muskegon, and Ottawa … Continue reading

Kids’ Food Basket helps nourish children living at or near the poverty level with critical evening meals to level the playing field for their academic achievement by providing Sack Suppers. This is a free, well-balanced evening meal full of nutritious food delivered to children so that they can perform their best. Sack Suppers are distributed … Continue reading

Directly benefits those who need it most! HCS Emergency Program Overnight Shelter Day Shelter Veterans Housing Program Community Kitchen Permanent Housing Programs HCS is actively working with other partners on Prevention Programs and the Coronavirus Relief Fund Eviction Diversion Program. Rapid Rehousing Programs (RRH) HCS now operates 3 RRH programs targeting families, individuals, and persons … Continue reading

Hundreds of supporters helped Community Action House scale up their ability to meet increased food needs by packing family food boxes from home as a part of the #stayhomefighthunger campaign. In 2020 the team worked with guests and community partners to create more culturally appropriate options for many Holland residents in need. Community Action House … Continue reading

The Youth of the Year program honors and celebrates the Grand Rapids communities most inspiring teens and their incredible journeys. Stories of outstanding leadership, service, academic excellence, and dedication to living a healthy lifestyle have made Youth of the Year Americas premier leadership and recognition program for teens. These amazing young people represent the voice … Continue reading

2020 was a year of tremendous insight. Racial and socio-economic disparities were magnified by an out-of-control pandemic. Despite the pandemic, the Metropolitan Kalamazoo Branch of the NAACP continued to work with local organizations to fight for equality and justice for all residents in the greater Kalamazoo area. Work continue to protect: Workers rights that ultimately … Continue reading