United Way
Volunteer reading tutors help GRPS students improve reading proficiency, prepare for future success
by (GRTV)
Submitted 11-16-2016 under NONPROFITS
High school graduation is a powerful predictor of a student's future success, and research shows that students who don't read proficiently by the end of third grade are four times more likely to leave school without a diploma. This week...
Kent County Tax Credit Coalition provides free tax preparation services
by (GRTV)
Submitted 02-18-2015 under NONPROFITS
It's that time of the year again- tax season. Many people dread having to prepare their taxes. It can be confusing, and if you aren't aware of the different tax credits you may be eligible for, you may be passing up hundreds of dollars in...YNPN.GR September Luncheon: Jump Start Your Career through Active Learning
by (ynpn.gr)
Submitted 09-16-2014 under
Tera Qualls manages communications and online product development for the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy. Heather Carpenter is Assistant Professor in the school of Public, Nonprofit and Health Administration at GVSU. Qualls and Carpenter...
Weekly volunteer opportunities for November 7-11
by (Heart of West M...)
Submitted 11-07-2011 under NONPROFITS
Each week, our Volunteer Center highlights three high-need opportunities in the areas of education, income and health: the building blocks for advancing the common good. This week, we share some great opportunities from the Specialized...
Encore Workshop to Connect Experienced Adults with New Skills-based Opportunities
by (Heart of West M...)
Submitted 05-24-2011 under NONPROFITS
The Volunteer Center is piloting a new free workshop designed to help retirees identify and connect their talents and interests with unique skills-based volunteer opportunities in the community. This workshop is a...
Dance to your own beat: United Way seeks to engage the unengaged at Silent Dance Party
by (Heart of West M...)
Submitted 10-06-2010 under NONPROFITS
Heart of West Michigan United Way's Next Generation group will be hosting a Silent Dance Party on Friday October 8th at 6:00pm. Hundreds are expected to gather at Rosa Parks Circle (armed with mp3 players and a sweet playlist) and dance...
September 10th marks 15th annual Day of Caring volunteer event
by (Heart of West M...)
Submitted 09-09-2010 under NONPROFITS
Friday, September 10th over 1,600 United Way Day of Caring volunteers will spread out across West Michigan armed with rakes, shovels, paintbrushes, and a determination to improve the community in which they live. Our community’s largest one-day...
In studio: Schools of Hope
by (WYCE)
Submitted 08-20-2010 under NONPROFITS
In studio this week is Fritz Crabb, Director of Literary Services at United Way's Schools of Hope. Many teachers will dig into their own pockets to provide art supplies for their elementary school students. Find out how Schools of Hope helps to...
In studio: United Way's Volunteer Center
by (WYCE)
Submitted 07-16-2010 under NONPROFITS
Joining us in studio are Jane Royer and Jessica Gonyou from United Way's Volunteer Center. Stay tuned to hear how the wave of retiring babyboomers have influenced the assembly of volunteer opportunities. This week's featured song is "Nerves of the...