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Discover the rich tapestry of West Michigan's non-profit sector highlighted in The Rapidian's Nonprofit Dispatch. Gain insight directly from local organizations actively engaged in the realms of arts, culture, service, faith, and collaboration. These compelling narratives are graciously shared by a diverse array of non-profit entities in Grand Rapids.

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Vox Vidorra - "Into Your Heart"

Submitted 05-16-2014 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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In Season: May 17, 2014

Submitted 05-16-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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Teens use art to affect social change

Submitted 05-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

WMCAT hosts exhibit to showcase spring projects.

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Veggie Van increases access, builds community

Submitted 05-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

The YMCA Veggie Van is well known for increasing healthy food access in Grand Rapids. However, this mobile farmers market is doing much more than delivering fresh veggies at a fair price.

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The Market Merges with First Fridays for Summer

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NONPROFITS

Visit an outdoor market and more than 10 gallery stops during The Market on First Fridays: Presented by Avenue for the Arts on June 6th, 2014

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NPO Showcase: West Michigan Gay Men's Chorus

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NONPROFITS

Gene Coburn and Michael Leugs provide an overview of the West Michigan Gay Men's Chorus and their plans for the future

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Andy Angelo Press Club explores Art.Downtown.

Submitted 05-12-2014 under NONPROFITS

Young reporters share their experiences from a night out for Art.Downtown.

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In Season: May 10, 2014

Submitted 05-09-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produced products available at your local farmers markets.

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Cook, Eat & Talk with OKT's cooking fabulous coach Saturday

Submitted 05-07-2014 under NONPROFITS

OKT's free May 10 Cook, Eat and Talk event taking place at 10 a.m., Sherman Street Church, 1000 Sherman St. SE. This month's menu includes root vegetable patties and savory collard greens over yellow grits.

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Not your traditional "A Midsummer Night's Dream"

Submitted 05-07-2014 under NONPROFITS

Choreographer Olivier Wevers creates a brand new version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream told from the perspective of a Young Nick Bottom and created with vivid white sets and nontraditional props.

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