The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round: Grand Rapids’ Central Station Early Childhood Center
The Rapid takes mom and dad to work -– and the littles to a brand new daycare opening in September 2026.
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Collaboration helps unhoused residents with disabilities navigate housing crisis
Local agencies, including Disability Network Northern Michigan, collaborate to help unhoused residents with disabilities find housing in Traverse City’s tight market.
Marine City wayfinding project launches action plan for economic growth
New wayfinding signage will connect four business districts and help boost the local economy.
KConnect earns national recognition for transforming systems supporting Kent County youth
A decade of cross-sector collaboration leads to measurable gains in graduation, housing stability and economic opportunity across Kent County.
Revolutionary housing collaboration in Holland bridges faith, accessibility, and tribal communities
The Kollen Park Housing Development, created through a collaboration involving a former food pantry, church land, and tribal partnership, is a unique example of how communities can collaboratively address housing challenges.
BANK program prevents evictions, keeping Dwelling Place residents housed through sudden crises
Donor support is needed to sustain BANK, which prevents evictions through one-time rental assistance and services that build lasting housing stability.
Generation E: Growing the next generation of entrepreneurs
The Generation E program for student entrepreneurs is a collaboration among the city of Monroe, its small businesses, and Monroe Public Schools.
Community efforts help West Michigan families overcome holiday financial challenges
United Way programs and local volunteers provide gifts, resources, and easy ways for residents to support families struggling during the holiday season.
Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
Collaboration helps unhoused residents with disabilities navigate housing crisis
Local agencies, including Disability Network Northern Michigan, collaborate to help unhoused residents with disabilities find housing in Traverse City’s tight market.
Marine City wayfinding project launches action plan for economic growth
New wayfinding signage will connect four business districts and help boost the local economy.
KConnect earns national recognition for transforming systems supporting Kent County youth
A decade of cross-sector collaboration leads to measurable gains in graduation, housing stability and economic opportunity across Kent County.
Revolutionary housing collaboration in Holland bridges faith, accessibility, and tribal communities
The Kollen Park Housing Development, created through a collaboration involving a former food pantry, church land, and tribal partnership, is a unique example of how communities can collaboratively address housing challenges.
BANK program prevents evictions, keeping Dwelling Place residents housed through sudden crises
Donor support is needed to sustain BANK, which prevents evictions through one-time rental assistance and services that build lasting housing stability.
Generation E: Growing the next generation of entrepreneurs
The Generation E program for student entrepreneurs is a collaboration among the city of Monroe, its small businesses, and Monroe Public Schools.
Community efforts help West Michigan families overcome holiday financial challenges
United Way programs and local volunteers provide gifts, resources, and easy ways for residents to support families struggling during the holiday season.
Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
