In order for Grand Rapids to really be diverse, its downtown must reflect the entire community. The Community Inclusion Group is a volunteer committee that works with the Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority to engage communities of color.
Reuben Garcia and Magdalene Law formed the Con Artist Crew to showcase contemporary art and create a community of growing artists.
Twenty-five perent of children in Kent County are living in poverty. In the face of this startling statistic, D.A. Blodgett - St. John's, West Michigan's oldest child welfare organization, strives to make a difference.
It's been two years since The Starving Artist Torrence O'Haire started a clandestine meal experience. We stopped by to see what the chef's been up to in his new live/work space on S. Division in the Avenue for the Arts.
Grand Rapids' Downtown Development Authority is changing in many ways, from its name to its face. Executive Director Kristopher Larsen shares a few of his ideas and the organization's vision for the future.
Dani Vilella is the Public Affairs Manager for Planned Parenthood of Western and Northern Michigan as well as the President of NOW of Greater Grand Rapids. Reproductive justice is an issue that's close to her heart, and she's ready and willing to tell anyone who asks why.
Filmmaker John Waters is the first speaker booked for ArtPrize 2012's speaker series. Rapid Growth Managing Editor J. Bennett Rylah spent some time discussing art, ArtPrize and adventure with the "Pope of Trash."
Nadira Kharmai is a model, journalist, entrepreneur and prolific communicator. She bought the LLC for her business, Empress Productions, the Monday after she graduated from college. She was recently flown to Costa Rica to model shoes. But, it's your story she wants to share...
Inspired by Detroit House Party, MSHDA, Crain's Michigan Business and the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce are joining forces to put on a unique event.
The Grand Rapids Community Foundation, with funding from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, connects nonprofits with youth looking for summer jobs. The result in a win/win, with benefits lasting far beyond the summer.
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