The Nonprofit Dispatch

Discover the rich tapestry of West Michigan's non-profit sector highlighted in The Rapidian's Nonprofit Dispatch. Gain insight directly from local organizations actively engaged in the realms of arts, culture, service, faith, and collaboration. These compelling narratives are graciously shared by a diverse array of non-profit entities in Grand Rapids.

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Story Matters: Amber and Charlotte Logusz return every year to Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-14-2013 under NONPROFITS

Amber Logusz and her daughter Charlotte return each year for ArtPrize, the great restaurants and all of the things they miss about their former city.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of GR receives WGVU Engage I HAVE Made a Difference Award

Submitted 11-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

WGVU awards local area individuals and non-profits with their WGVU Engage I HAVE Made a Difference Awards.

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Big Sandy - "This Ain't a Good Time"

Submitted 11-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Take Hold Church celebrates 5th annual Take Hold Fest November 15-16

Submitted 11-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

Take Hold Fest, an annual free music festival hosted by the community of Take Hold Church, celebrates its fifth year of music, fellowship and fun on November 15 and 16, from 5 to 10 PM on both days.

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Story Matters: Alex Wells, Taylor Shannon talk about reasons for moving to Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Alex Wells and Taylor Shannon, recently engaged, plan to move to Grand Rapids for the higher economic potential they find in both the restaurant and health industries.

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Story Matters: Cam Bronkhorst describes ArtPrize experiences

Submitted 11-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Cam Bronkhorst talks about her experiences at ArtPrize, and what she thinks is important about the work "Facing Al Aqaba" in Ah Nab Awen Park.

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Story Matters: Antoine Foskey finds people who care in Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Antoine Foskey describes Grand Rapids as "breathtaking," and notices the high amount of people who he says genuinely care.

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Story Matters: Gretchen Vinnedge explains local film opportunities

Submitted 11-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Gretchen Vinnedge, Education Director of the Community Media Center, talks about her involvement in the Mosaic Film Experience and encourages local young people to get involved in filmmaking.

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