The Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF), in partnership with the Madison Church, is now offering affordable housing and other services on the southeast side of Grand Rapids at their recent development at 415 Franklin.
Modern Hardware has been in the Vander Lugt family for two generations and fifty-one years, providing consistent quality service to the Oakdale Neighborhood. A look back at the history of this organization, their changing role in the community, and how they’ve managed to survive over the years.
During the COVID-19 quarantine, Oakdale Neighbors, a southeast community development organization, remained committed to serving its neighborhood, even finding new ways to stay connected with its community, despite a year of isolation.
Boston Square Community Bikes offers a free DIY Bike workshop space alongside a low- to no-cost recycled bicycle shop. Funded by Oakdale Neighbors, the area community development organization, Boston Square Community Bikes has recognized the importance of bicycles as a vital means of transportation and has worked to foster the knowledge customers need to do important bicycle maintenance jobs themselves.
Three local perspectives on how the COVID-19 shutdowns have affected the arts and entertainment industry. Representing businesses most dependent on in-person gatherings including venues, performance artists, and galleries, these individuals share their reflection on the past year.
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