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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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Calvin students get hands-on experience serving community in bike shop, youth club

Submitted 03-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

A community/college partnership helps Calvin College students serve and learn through programs like the bike repair shop at Oakdale Neighbors.

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"Marilyn's Kennedy" play set for world premier in May, auditions this weekend

Submitted 03-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

A drama based on the historical affair between JFK and Marilyn Monroe will have its world premiere in Grand Rapids this May. With auditions being held this weekend. Announced by The University Wits, a local theater company bringing the show to life.

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Pitbulls: "Beyond the Myth" Film Fundraiser

Submitted 03-20-2014 under NONPROFITS

Keiffer & Friends Pit Bull Rescue Presents "Beyond the Myth" Film Fundraiser to help raise awareness about this loving breed that more times then not is put down.

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The Crane Wives - "Sleeping Giants"

Submitted 03-19-2014 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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The Crane Wives - "Little Soldiers"

Submitted 03-17-2014 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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Hope on their sleeves: clothing startup believes in Michigan's resilience

Submitted 03-17-2014 under NONPROFITS

Driven by a passion for design and a fierce loyalty to their home state, Live. Love. Michigan. strives to make it in the clothing business and bring Michigan up with them.

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Story Matters: Elyse Welcher finds her place on South Division

Submitted 03-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

Elyse Welcher owns Parliament The Boutique on the Avenue for the Arts, and has participated in every event she could: from Free Radical to ArtPrize to Art.Downtown.

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Story Matters: Kate Lewis explains welcome, events of Avenue for the Arts

Submitted 03-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

Kate Lewis move to Grand Rapids and felt very welcomed, especially by the support and events through Avenue for the Arts.

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Poetry Reading and Contest Award Announcement with Thomas Lynch

Submitted 03-13-2014 under NONPROFITS

Thomas Lynch will be giving a poetry reading on Saturday, April 12, at 7pm. In addition, the winner of the Great Lakes Commonwealth of Letters/The Michigan Poet 2014 Poetry Contest, judged by Mr. Lynch, will be announced at this reading. This event will be held at Schuler Books & Music.

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Wealthy Theatre LaughFest: diverse, edgy, experimental, local

Submitted 03-12-2014 under NONPROFITS

Following two sold-out headliner events last weekend, Wealthy Theatre’s LaughFest events continue this weekend, with a focus on local talent, experimentation and diversity: WST3K (3/13) and OUR DIVERSITY SHOW! (3/15).

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