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Grassroots effort transforms park into thriving disc golf destination

Volunteers, local businesses, and county officials united to build an 18-hole disc golf course revitalizing Allegan’s Littlejohn Lake Park.

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Entrepreneur creates waterproof gear for outdoor enthusiasts with help from EDA

Aaron Hulett found the resources he needed to release his new company, P39 Adventure Gear, by working with the EDA of St. Clair County.

A youth mobility program helps teens get to school, activities, and work

After overcoming challenges in the program's rollout, Kalamazoo’s Youth Mobility Fund gives local high school students free access to public transportation, helping teens gain independence and opportunity.

Chara Bouma-Prediger, a CAH staff member in the Food Pantry and Resource Connection team, gathers donated food.
Community groups unite to feed families amid SNAP pause

Local nonprofits expand meal programs and launch emergency funds to help families facing hunger while federal SNAP benefits are suspended.

A meeting of the Fostering Futures advisory council.
It’s hard for foster kids to get the health care they need, but this project is working to change that

A Grand Valley State University project is working to create an integrated mobile care team to serve foster kids' complex health needs.

Community leaders work to transform housing in rural communities

CEDAM's second Rural Real Estate Boot Camp highlights the importance of collaboration among developers, municipal leaders, and state agencies for successful housing development.

Coalition bridges the gap for families during the SNAP and WIC pause

In Bay County, a coalition formed to help families fill their dinner plates. The coalition is tackling the problem in several different ways.The Bay Area Community Foundation established a Food Insecurity Emergency Fund for both Bay and Arenac counties. At the same time, the United Way of Bay County is collecting food to divide between food banks and recruiting volunteers to meet increased demand.

Friendship between nonprofits’ officials leads to new affordable housing

A friendship between two nonprofit leaders sparks a partnership turning unused duplexes into permanently affordable homes for Grand Rapids families.

This cleaning company helps lift burdens for cancer patients

Jeannie Cleaning, a Kalamazoo-based company and partner of the nonprofit Cleaning for a Reason, provides free and discounted home cleanings to cancer patients, offering vital support and relief during treatment.

SDOH Hubs improve mental and physical health while reducing disparities

The goal is to improve health outcomes, achieve health equity, and remove barriers to opportunity. 

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