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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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Advocates for Senior Issues invite you to Kent County Senior Millage Open House

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Kent County Senior Millage Open House takes place Friday October 18, 2013 from 10:00 a.m until 1:00 p.m. at Kentwood Christian Church. Stop by for a light lunch, door prizes and information on Senior Millage Services.

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Enter your dish to win at the Greens Cook-off and Fried Green Tomato Festival

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Southeast Area Farmer’s Market hosts its annual Greens Cook-off and Fried Green Tomato Festival from 12 to 2 p.m. Saturday October 12 at Gerald R Ford School, Madison Avenue just south of Franklin Street.

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Story Matters: Joel Veldheer describes downtown buildings years ago

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Joel Veldheer talks about how he's seen downtown buildings develop from pigeon-infested empty buildings to what they are today, and what he sees making downtown so appealing today.

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Story Matters: Iyleshia Beal, Sky and Ryan Martinez share what they love about visiting downtown Grand Rapids

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Iyleshia Beal, Sky Martinez and Ryan Martinez stopped by The Rapidian's story fort to tell us what they like about visiting downtown and ArtPrize.

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Story Matters: Jenna Morton shares experience working downtown

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Jenna Morton once thought she wanted to move to Chicago. But the more she explores and works in downtown Grand Rapids, the more she wants to be involved in the community.

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Story Matters: Ben Darcie serves as Brewery Vivant's monk at Wood-Aged Beer Festival

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Ben Darcie talks about his responsibilities as the monk, what's different about a Belgian-style beer and the craft brew market in West Michigan.

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Story Matters: Marie Orttenburger makes personal connection in brew culture through Rapidian internship

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

If you've ever wondered what it's like to be an intern at The Rapidian, this video of a current intern Marie Orttenburger shows what it's like to tell the stories of Beer City USA.

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Story Matters: Kelley Howley stays in Grand Rapids, starts business

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Kelley Howley moved here for school at Grand Valley State University, but stayed to start a business and now says Grand Rapids is home.

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Story Matters: Megan Roach explains "yarn bombing" on South Division

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Megan Roach sat down with us at Propaganda Doughnuts during ArtPrize to tell us how all the yarn ended up on the trees and posts on South Division.

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Story Matters: Lindsey DesArmo moves to center city for walkability

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Lindsey DesArmo moved to the center city from Standale a year ago. She discusses what prompted their move and what they've discovered in their neighborhood of Midtown.

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