Volunteerism

Young patient turns hospital stay into gifts for children

After surgery at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital, a Gaylord girl began knitting comfort gifts for children and families at the hospital and Ronald McDonald House West Michigan.

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Philanthropy collective supports 85 nonprofits with $1 million in Kent County

Women Who Care of Kent County tops $1 million in donations, showing how collective giving has helped more than 85 local nonprofits.

Gentex veterans group expands support for Michigan Veteran Homes residents

Gentex employees raise funds, volunteer, and add dementia technology supporting veterans living at Michigan Veteran Homes in Grand Rapids.

Gentex engineers help nonprofits improve efficiency

Gentex engineers apply manufacturing skills to streamline donations, boost volunteer impact, and expand services at Community Action House and Kids’ Food Basket.

West Michigan students spread kindness by joining Positive Affirmations initiative 

A group of West Michigan students launches an initiative promoting kindness, combating bullying, and creating National Positive Affirmations Day in schools.

Grand Rapids nonprofit turns dog biscuits into opportunities for adults with disabilities

Beer City Dog Biscuits turns dog treats into opportunity, building community for adults with disabilities while expanding into stores across Michigan.

The Davies Project expands care by connecting families to oral health

With Delta Dental Foundation’s support, The Davies Project, based in Lansing, removes transportation barriers, helping families access dental care as well as critical medical appointments for seriously and chronically ill children and expectant women.

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