Social Justice

Feature Story The Barn for Equine Learning gives youth and adults the opportunity to discover new experiences, challenge themselves, and grow through the healing power of horses in a therapeutic setting.

How United Way is using microgrants to address social challenges

Rapid Growth StaffWednesday, April 17, 2024
Feature Story Reggie Howard, veteran and founder of Heroes Corner was one of the participating organizations at the I Belong Strong mental health forum.

Mental health event offers resources for Black veterans in Kent County

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, February 28, 2024
Feature Story There is something truly freeing about holding up the keys to one's own space. Bri beamed as she showed us her home, which was filled with plenty of morning sunlight.

Visualising change: A photo essay on Dégagé Ministries' groundbreaking Complex Care Housing program

Tommy AllenTuesday, February 20, 2024
Feature Story Donna and Gene Allgaier-Lamberti

What happens when disability rights run up against homeowner associations' rules?

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, January 22, 2024
Feature Story Muskegon-based WINC: For All Women Veterans will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year.

A safe space and sisterhood for female veterans

Shanika P. CarterFriday, January 19, 2024
Feature Story Community Land Trust Director Matias Martinez-Roca and Community Land Trust Sale Coordinator Freshta Tori Jan are lead members of the Dwelling Place team responsible for producing as well as assisting the public with access to these new homes.

2080 Union is a peek into the future and solutions found within Community Land Trusts

Tommy Allen, Rapid Growth PublisherWednesday, January 17, 2024
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Why a nonprofit is ending subminimum wages for workers with disabilities

Mark WedelMonday, November 27, 2023
Feature Story Michigan Council of Women in Technology (MCWT) conducts Camp Infinity as part of its efforts to encourage girls' interest in tech.

Local organizations and role models hope to put Michigan on the map for women in tech careers

Sarah SpohnWednesday, November 8, 2023
Development News Courtesy of Sharon Rose Hayward

Winning at Work's Sharon Rose Hayward brings workforce training initiative to unhoused women

Ashley KingMonday, October 30, 2023
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Michigan Green Communities bestows “gold status” to the City of Grand Rapids

Estelle Slootmaker, Development News EditorWednesday, July 12, 2023
Feature Story Athletes attending their first year have a set schedule to try everything the SEC offers. For those who return in subsequent years, the young athletes get to customize their schedule.

Sports Education Camp can be life-changing for athletes who are blind, low-vision

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, May 16, 2023
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