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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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A day at the Museum with the GAAH Press Club

Submitted 04-30-2012 under NONPROFITS

The GAAH Press Club visited the Grand Rapids Public Museum for the "Museum Free 4 All."

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Believe 2 Become Central Zone hosts Family Fun Night

Submitted 04-28-2012 under NONPROFITS

Family Fun Night creates space for families to come together, access educational opportunities, play games and celebrate together.

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Join GAAH in Supporting The Rapidian

Submitted 04-28-2012 under NONPROFITS

Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities has been able to provide unique and powerful programs through their partnership with The Rapidian.

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Glance at the Past - Horse Tales

Submitted 04-28-2012 under NONPROFITS

Horses and other quadrupeds sometimes had difficulty coping with the uncertainties and complexities of urban life.

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Glance at the Past - The Aldermen and the Bear

Submitted 04-27-2012 under NONPROFITS

A new den for the John Ball Park bear, completed in November of 1895, was celebrated by citizens who had been invited to the park by the bear and the city aldermen to view the bear in his cozy new home.

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Karisa Wilson - "Forest Walk"

Submitted 04-27-2012 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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The Sanger Brothers Band - "Emma's Getting Married"

Submitted 04-26-2012 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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Transgender Education Collaboration- What's Next?

Submitted 04-26-2012 under NONPROFITS

After Succesful Transgender Visibility Campaign, What Are The Next Steps?

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Glance at the Past - The Museum Whale

Submitted 04-26-2012 under NONPROFITS

The enormous 76 foot skeleton of a fin whale awed visitors to the former Public Museum on Jefferson Ave. When the current riverfront building opened, the fully restored "Monster of the Deep" again became a centerpiece of the Museum.

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The power of neighborhood engagement in driving a movement

Submitted 04-25-2012 under NONPROFITS

Parents, neighbors, schools and a host of community organizations are becoming a force for change in the lives of children.

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