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BE GREAT Awards showcase local community members' efforts to support Grand Rapids youth
by (BGC Grand Rapids)
Submitted 09-19-2014 under NONPROFITS
Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth including Camp O’Malley is celebrating over 75 years of serving youth in West Michigan. In honor of this milestone and the close of their “Building Bridges for Brighter Futures...
Over 100 artists hope to win Album of the Year at 2014 WYCE Jammies
by (dansteenwyk)
Submitted 02-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The 15th annual WYCE Jammy Awards presented by Bell’s Brewery will be presented on Friday, February 21st at The Intersection in an all ages free event, and the coinciding live concert will showcase over 20 of the nominated area artists...
The Intersection to host 15th annual WYCE Jammies Awards
by (erictank)
Submitted 02-18-2014 under NEWS
On Friday, February 21 the Intersection will host the 15th annual WCYE Jammies awards presented by Bell's Brewery. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the awards celebration lasts until 11 p.m. The event is all ages and free to the public. Donations are...
Nonprofit leaders to be recognized at 'not another boring awards ceremony'
by (ynpn.gr)
Submitted 10-16-2013 under NONPROFITS
Working for the greater good, a career in nonprofits can be personally rewarding. But the Young Nonprofit Professionals Network of Grand Rapids thinks a little public reward goes a long way, too. On November 7, YNPN.GR will host the community in a n...
Local organizations, individuals recognized for community impact
by (GR Initiative f...)
Submitted 06-13-2013 under NONPROFITS
GR Initiative for Leaders recognized and celebrated several individuals and organizations for their positive service in the Grand Rapids community, as part of the GRIL graduation ceremony. The categories for the IMPACT awards are: Youth, Adult, and...
Celebrate our community's unsung heroes
by (FamilyFutures)
Submitted 02-22-2013 under NONPROFITS
They’re the change makers, the dreamers, the dot connectors, those who will stop at nothing to improve the lives of children and families in West Michigan. Family Futures’ 25th Annual Service to Children Awards is your chance to...
Kolene Allen veganizes GR, vies for award
by (Kschmitty)
Submitted 02-19-2013 under NEWS
Community members nominated Kolene Allen as a future leader for the second annual Women and the Environment Symposium. The event, sponsored by the West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC), Grand Valley State University's Women's...
Grand Rapids Community Foundation opens scholarship application, continues to build awards
by (GRCommFound)
Submitted 02-06-2013 under NONPROFITS
There are more scholarship opportunities available to students from the Kent County area than ever before. Beginning in the 1940s, the Grand Rapids Community Foundation has supported students through its scholarship program. Since then, the program...
Celebrate local nonprofit leaders
by (ynpn.gr)
Submitted 10-24-2012 under NONPROFITS
They’re the underdogs, the understated, and the absolutely unstoppable young people who make a living devoted to nonprofit life. These young nonprofit professionals are fiercely devoted to their communities, their workplaces and our future....
Campaign raises over $57K for hungry, looks ahead to luncheon
by (Feeding America...)
Submitted 10-22-2012 under NONPROFITS
By the time the last hiker had crossed the finish line at Feeding America West Michigan Food Bank’s Million Meal March Trail Hike on Sept. 29, the campaign had raised over $57,000 to fight hunger. Encouraged by the turnout, the Food Bank staff...