Future
Story Matters: Brandon describes his dream car
by (Elevating Voices)
Submitted 12-08-2014 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. The Elevating Voices project is collaborating with 12 local nonprofits through the summer and fall...
Story Matters: Naveah shares her one wish for her future
by (Elevating Voices)
Submitted 11-26-2014 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. The Elevating Voices project is collaborating with 12 local nonprofits through the summer and fall...
Story Matters: Kiaeem shares his one wish for his family
by (Elevating Voices)
Submitted 11-25-2014 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. The Elevating Voices project is collaborating with 12 local nonprofits through the summer and fall...
Story Matters: Jania speaks about future choices
by (Elevating Voices)
Submitted 11-21-2014 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. The Elevating Voices project is collaborating with 12 local nonprofits through the summer and fall...
ArtPrize artists to paint "My Great Future Is..." mural at Steil Boys & Girls Club
by (BGC Grand Rapids)
Submitted 06-04-2014 under NONPROFITS
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids, youth are provided a safe space to learn and develop the skills they need to achieve a great future. One way to help children understand themselves and others is through art, specifically murals. Youth are...
Dystopia prevails in UICA exhibition
by (DWalsh)
Submitted 01-15-2013 under OPINION
Utopia is defined by Merriam-Webster as "an imaginary and indefinitely remote place," as well as "a place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions." Dystopia is defined as "an imaginary place...
Wege Foundation to double gifts through Dec. 21
by (wealthytheatre)
Submitted 12-17-2012 under NONPROFITS
The Wege Foundation has generously offered to double contributions to the Wealthy Theatre Sustainability Campaign, through Dec. 21, putting the remaining $80,000 to be raised, within reach; giving the landmark venue a chance to remain viable,...
It's all about the kids
by (nancyfinney)
Submitted 10-13-2011 under OPINION
My father teaches American history, so I value education and think its quality is crucial for the advancement of our nation. This past year I served at-risk youth in a Grand Rapids elementary school through Americorps. During this experience I...
The future of health care is blossoming in the Heartside District
by (iglass)
Submitted 11-19-2010 under OPINION
If you’ve been near St. Mary’s Hospital on Jefferson or otherwise close to the corner of Cherry and Sheldon recently, you may have noticed a large area of new construction underway. What is being built on the former parking lot at Cherry Street...