civic engagement
Community Updates: Friday, July 14
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 07-14-2023 under NEWS
Grand Rapids City Commission Meeting Draws Dozens of Residents, Activists to City Hall On Tuesday, the Grand Rapids City Commission held the first of its July meetings at City Hall. The meeting began with a moment of silence, the Pledge of...
Donors and Partners Help Feed West Michigan
by (Guiding Light)
Submitted 02-07-2022 under NONPROFITS
Over the past year Guiding Light has seen an increased need for food donations in the West Michigan community. Food Services Director Allen Holt has taken the lead in acquiring more donor sources and as a result we have seen a huge increase in the...
Gardening Education for Food Sovereignty: An Interview with Julie Brunson from H.O.P.E. Gardens
by (Kent County Foo...)
Submitted 01-11-2022 under NONPROFITS
Just last year, the Kent County Food Policy Council launched to strengthen and grow the food system in Kent County. As we build momentum, discuss, and prioritize issues, we are gathering information and engaging with our community through a project...
Voter Turnout is a Team Effort
by (DwellingPlaceCo...)
Submitted 10-12-2020 under NONPROFITS
“We don’t necessarily have to agree or like what’s happening, but it’s very important for us to have our voices heard and that’s the only way change can happen, it’s not going to happen if we just stay home...
"Dear Commissioner..." 10 Steps for Writing Elected Representatives for Neighborhood Advocates
by (DwellingPlaceCo...)
Submitted 04-04-2019 under NONPROFITS
To many, reaching to a public official about their cares and concerns can be intimidating. Most Americans never reach out to an elected representative, and although there is pessimism about resident power within government, Grand Rapids public...
Residents use art to encourage civic engagement in their neighborhoods
by (DwellingPlaceCo...)
Submitted 09-18-2018 under NONPROFITS
Throughout the summer, Dwelling Place interns from the Community Building and Engagement Department hosted ‘get out the vote’ poster-making at the Herkimer, Reflections, and Weston apartments. Each event allowed residents the freedom to...
Still in tears for our students after school walkout
by (crestongr)
Submitted 03-15-2018 under NONPROFITS
By Kymie Spring, Community Organizer, Creston Neighborhood Association I went to City High Middle School well before Columbine or any of the massacres that followed. We felt totally safe then. Later, when I taught elementary school, we had fire...
Catalyst Radio: ServeGR, connecting volunteers to meaningful service
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 01-06-2017 under LOCAL LIFE
Download the audio here. --- This interview with Heather Colletto, coordinator for Serve GR, explores the new website and online tool open for use to any individuals and organizations. Serve GR seeks to connect individuals to meaningful...
Mayor's Grand River Cleanup in its 13th year, first year for Mayor Bliss
by (WMEAC)
Submitted 09-06-2016 under NONPROFITS
The West Michigan Environmental Action Committee (WMEAC) is proud to host the 13th Annual Mayors’ Grand River Cleanup, on September 10th, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Sixth Street Park. Last year, over 1,100 volunteers came out to help...
Mayor Bliss will be joined by Economic Development Director for latest City Connection appearance
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 05-02-2016 under NEWS
Join us today, Monday, May 5th at 5 p.m. on LiveWire, Comcast Cable 24, for Mayor Rosalynn Bliss' fourth episode of the City Connection. The mayor will be joined by Kara Wood, Economic Development Director, City of Grand Rapids to discuss...