Feed the Front Grand Rapids is a newly formed website that allows healthcare workers and their supporters to send and request donated meals from local restaurants during COVID-19, an effort that supports both frontline workers and local businesses. Founder Tim Todish talks inspiration and logistics in this special Q&A.
Launching on April 23, the Restaurant Meals to Go program offers familiar, pre-prepared menu items from local restaurants in 25 participating SpartanNash grocery stores.
For those applying to college, COVID-19 has severely impacted testing and application processes. Understanding this challenge, Grand Valley State University is not requiring SAT or ACT standardized test scores for students applying to the university in fall 2021. Associate Vice President for Financial Aid Michelle Rhodes and Director of Admissions Jodi M. Chycinski discuss the policy change.
Healthy eating duo Eric Freeman and Mallory Malloy explore their journey to local meal prep company Mindset Meals. Still delivering during COVID-19, Mindset Meals provides healthy, pre-portioned meals for those seeking a fresh spin on takeout during quarantine.
Forgive Everyone Co. is a local t-shirt company founded by Calvin University senior Skyler Rich that donates 20% of proceeds toward re-entry efforts like housing and employment for the formerly incarcerated. His new line of shirts, "Decarcerate," is aimed at raising funds to free people in prisons at risk for developing COVID-19.
Though all gyms and fitness studios were temporarily closed on March 16 by Governor Gretchen Whitmer amid the COVID-19 crisis, local studios are offering free resources to engage the community, lift spirits, and keep us moving.
2020 marks the 10th anniversary of LaughFest, a Gilda's Club Grand Rapids festival that has generated over $2 million in proceeds for the nonprofit, and facilitated open and honest conversation, community support, and above all, laughter when patients and their families need it most.
Gala 2020 succeeded at upending the traditional fundraiser structure, setting a new standard in Grand Rapids for a party with a cause. Raising money for a nonprofit and creating a space for equity and self-expression was at the heart of this first annual event.
Grand Rapids has plenty to offer this year in the way of new restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. Particularly this year, GR’s entrepreneurs of color are opening doors to eateries and entertainment venues in the downtown area, showcasing the diverse talent pool in our region.
Henry Eduardo is a local serial entrepreneur with 3 National Supermarket locations and a restaurant, showcasing diverse Latinx products and dishes for all.
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