Because of its work for equity, Grand Rapids has been chosen as one of 12 cities to join the National League of Cities (NLC) Cities of Opportunity initiative.
September news bits from the City of Grand Rapids.
The West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is stepping in to provide those skills —in Spanish. Thanks to up to $94,628 in support from the City of Grand Rapids’ Economic Development Corporation (EDC), “Transformando West Michigan Phase I: Feeding Minds, Mouths and Pockets” is currently working with 21 representatives from 11 existing food businesses to provide essential skills for a successful owner of a food business.
As West Michigan’s housing market continues its frenzy of home sales, sellers are anxious to make repairs and improvements that ensure they get top dollar. Handywoman, Kate Kaminski, and handyman, Darius Williams, are two locals doing the work.
Grand Rapids Pride Center and Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan taking action for older LGBT adults via Michigan Health Endowment Fund grant.
On August 15th, students, teachers, administrators, local officials, and community members celebrated the opening of the Grand Rapids Public Museum School high school, an XQ Super School, in the old Public Museum building, 54 Jefferson Ave. SE. with a ribbon cutting, tours and a street party.
https://www.mercyhealth.com/Michigan Works! and Talent 2025 are launching HireReach, an initiative based on Mercy Health’s Evidence Based Selection Process (EBSP) that seeks to reduce turnover and improve job performance. EBSP has also increased diversity.
SpringGR launches Grand Rapids area entrepreneurs into successful small businesses via its 12-week business training experience that includes classes and one-on-one weekly meetings with business coaches. Sign up now for fall classes.
Co-owners Rick Powell and Behnje Masson have moved From the Heart Yoga and Tai Chi Center, one of Grand Rapids' first storefront yoga studios, to a new home at 776 Leonard St. NE.
A lifelong passion for needle and thread has led local entrepreneur, Juliette Cowall to found By Juliette C and breathe new life into heirloom textiles.
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