Grand Rapids nonprofit gets $4M boost to help kids stay in school and graduate

The Grand Rapids Press reports that a Grand Rapids nonprofit dedicated to encouraging kids to stay in school through graduation received a $4 million grant from a Michigan foundation.According to excerpts from the story:The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is giving $4 million to support a grassroots initiative to improve graduation rates in four Grand Rapids neighborhoods, which are home to some 15,000 children. The Student Advancement Foundation, a nonprofit group that links community resources with needs of Grand Rapids Public Schools, on Monday announced the grant to fund “Believe 2 Become,” a program that encourages children to achieve their dreams by continuing their education.”We’re grateful for this grant, which will provide support for a child’s formative years and through key educational transitions such as third, seventh and ninth grades,” said Lynn Afendoulis, SAF board president. “This initiative is about helping parents help their kids.” Read the complete story here.