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Celebrate Earth Day across Michigan
In its 43rd year this year, Earth Day is celebrated in almost 200 countries. Celebrated on April 22nd every year, Earth Day was created as a global day of observation towards supporting and preserving the environment. On this day, we…
Diversity Visionary Award Winner, Faye Richardson-Green of Steelcase, Inc.
Specifically, the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce created the Diversity Visionary Award in 2003 as a way to honor individuals in the community that should be recognized for their efforts, advancements, and contributions to ensuring diversity, inclusion, and equity…
MAKERS: Women who make America, Nadira Kharmai
Throughout the United States, a movement has begun towards recognizing and honoring the women who make America, or MAKERS. The MAKERS movement is a digital movement showcasing trailblazing women that you may or may not already know. The full documentary,…
Experience PINK initiative enlists Grand Rapids attractions in fight against breast cancer
West Michigan has rallied forces for the month of February in support of breast cancer awareness and Susan G. Komen West Michigan. Now in its second year, the Experience PINK campaign brings together hotels, businesses and restaurants in an effort…
Derek Coppess of 616 Development on community-making
At A Healthier Michigan, we support and believe in strengthening healthy communities. In doing so, we have begun a series on placemaking in urban downtown centers and the importance of the concept in the revitalization and utilization of our Michigan…
Susan G. Komen “On the wings of hope” survivor benefit
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the 2nd Annual Susan G. Komen for the Cure “On the Wings of Hope” Survivor Benefit. A night full of inspirational stories, essential fundraising, and a “pinkified” venue of attendees, the benefit…
Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer and Food Festival
In five short years, the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer and Food Festival has grown to become the largest culinary event in the state. The festival boasts the very best in wines, beers, restaurants, culinary professionals and more. From personal experience,…
Holiday wreath sale for Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital
With those slight flurries and cold chills hitting a large number of Michigan regions already, the holidays are creeping towards us fast. With the holidays comes family fun, decorations and good deeds. Fulfill all three of those holiday staples with…
Start Garden is growing entrepreneurs in Grand Rapids
In Grand Rapids, we have come to expect nothing short of the overwhelming success of ArtPrize from entrepreneur, Rick DeVos. His latest venture, Start Garden aims to be just as successful for entrepreneurs and the business climate in the community. …
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