Gentex veterans group expands support for Michigan Veteran Homes residents
Gentex employees raise funds, volunteer, and add dementia technology supporting veterans living at Michigan Veteran Homes in Grand Rapids.
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From classroom to call ready, this high school fire academy prepares students for the future
A unique high school fire academy prepares students to enter the workforce with certifications, skills, and a strong sense of purpose.
Michigan Food Club Network names leader to expand innovative model
Lura Barber leads statewide Food Club Network expansion, scaling grocery-style access model that improves food choice, dignity, and community-driven solutions.
How one ailing mall found a new strategy for success
Midland Mall has reached full occupancy, but its focus extends beyond retail. By curating a mix of tenants and experiences, the mall is positioning itself as a shared community space where people can gather, connect, and spend time, not just shop.
A collaborative model in central Michigan simplifies grantmaking to better support local nonprofits
Midland’s Service Club Alliance simplifies grantmaking by uniting service clubs through one shared application to better support local nonprofits.
Revolutionary housing collaboration in Holland bridges faith, accessibility, and tribal communities
The Kollen Park Housing Development, created through a collaboration involving a former food pantry, church land, and tribal partnership, is a unique example of how communities can collaboratively address housing challenges.
How a collaborative effort is working to nurture children and strengthen community
Great Start Collaborative: Uniting families, educators, and community partners to ensure every child can thrive.
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.
How one bank is dedicated to making a difference
Employees come together to support local nonprofits and address critical community needs.
Ambitious nonprofits unite to build affordable housing community
Three nonprofits collaborate on an 18-acre project creating 120 mixed-income homes, expanding affordability, stability, and opportunity in Holland.
From classroom to call ready, this high school fire academy prepares students for the future
A unique high school fire academy prepares students to enter the workforce with certifications, skills, and a strong sense of purpose.
Michigan Food Club Network names leader to expand innovative model
Lura Barber leads statewide Food Club Network expansion, scaling grocery-style access model that improves food choice, dignity, and community-driven solutions.
How one ailing mall found a new strategy for success
Midland Mall has reached full occupancy, but its focus extends beyond retail. By curating a mix of tenants and experiences, the mall is positioning itself as a shared community space where people can gather, connect, and spend time, not just shop.
A collaborative model in central Michigan simplifies grantmaking to better support local nonprofits
Midland’s Service Club Alliance simplifies grantmaking by uniting service clubs through one shared application to better support local nonprofits.
Revolutionary housing collaboration in Holland bridges faith, accessibility, and tribal communities
The Kollen Park Housing Development, created through a collaboration involving a former food pantry, church land, and tribal partnership, is a unique example of how communities can collaboratively address housing challenges.
How a collaborative effort is working to nurture children and strengthen community
Great Start Collaborative: Uniting families, educators, and community partners to ensure every child can thrive.
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.
How one bank is dedicated to making a difference
Employees come together to support local nonprofits and address critical community needs.
Ambitious nonprofits unite to build affordable housing community
Three nonprofits collaborate on an 18-acre project creating 120 mixed-income homes, expanding affordability, stability, and opportunity in Holland.
