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Ottawa Hills students pay it forward

Submitted 04-10-2013 under NONPROFITS

Ottawa Hills High School GRIL Leadership students read with Shawnee Park Elementary School students.

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Local teens map neighborhood assets in leadership training

Submitted 03-26-2013 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids teens are learning to see the assets in their communities.

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Momcat redefines success, rock and roll

Submitted 03-05-2013 under OPINION

Getting to know Grand Rapids' thoughtful new garage rock band.

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Ana Doonan: community servant and literacy advocate

Submitted 11-27-2012 under NONPROFITS

A diverse background and a passion for serving help Doonan navigate the complex issue of literacy in Grand Rapids

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In Our Own Lives

Submitted 10-01-2012 under NONPROFITS

How the power of music has affected the lives of the exectutive staff at this nonprofit organization

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One person can change the world

Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

As a dedicated member of the I Believe I Become community, Minnie Dentmond has never missed a meeting. She started attending gatherings in the Central Zone, and is continuing to lend her wisdom as the East Zone joins the B2B movement.

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New reporters explore media tools to express leadership in action

Submitted 07-12-2012 under OPINION

See, listen, visualize what 15 people think about leadership.

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Teenagers are protesting, since when have they cared?

Submitted 05-10-2012 under OPINION

On May 3rd local youth took a stand, protesting and showing everyone they care about their education.

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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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Shoutout to the Rapidian: Join the fund drive!

Submitted 04-24-2012 under NONPROFITS

Join us in supporting The Rapidian: the hyperlocal news source powered by the people of Grand Rapids.

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