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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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Local Artist Highlight: Jeff Condon

Submitted 11-17-2024 under NONPROFITS

Avenue for the Arts visits pastel and oil painter Jeff Condon at Tanglefoot Studios. Interview by Pamela MacDougal

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City Connection: Mayor-Elect David LaGrand to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 11-11-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2.

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St. Cecilia Music Center features the Dynamic Grammy Award winning Del McCoury Band on the Acoustic Café Folk Series on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.

Submitted 11-07-2024 under NONPROFITS

Featuring the dynamic bluegrass guitar-picking singer/songwriter Del McCoury and his musically-talented artist sons, Ronnie and Rob, the Del McCoury Band includes longtime bassist, vocalist and guitarist Alan Bartram, and renowned fiddler Jason Carter.

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City Connection: Third Ward Commissioner Kelsey Perdue to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 10-30-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4.

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The Climate Is Always on the Ballot

Submitted 10-29-2024 under NONPROFITS

With elections happening now, it is of utmost importance to keep a clear eye on the climate when voting. The GR Climate Coalition has local candidate responses available for voters to review.

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St. Cecilia Music Center Brings Nashville Sensation Valerie June to Grand Rapids on November 12, 2024, on SCMC's Acoustic Café Folk Series.

Submitted 10-24-2024 under NONPROFITS

“An Evening with Valerie June” will feature a performance filled with a gorgeous blend of astral folk and meditative R&B.

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Blue Bridge Lights Turn Red November 8th as Red Kettle Campaign Begins in Kent County

Submitted 10-23-2024 under NONPROFITS

Join The Salvation Army November 8th at their Red Kettle Kickoff in downtown Grand Rapids.

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County Commission Candidates Answer on the Kent County Food System

Submitted 10-16-2024 under NONPROFITS

The Kent County Food Policy Council asks County Candidates to share on food.

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Grand Rapids Commissioner and Mayoral Candidates Answer on our Food System

Submitted 10-16-2024 under NONPROFITS

We asked Grand Rapids candidates to share on food: this is what they said.

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Grand Rapids School Board Candidates Dish on Food

Submitted 10-16-2024 under NONPROFITS

We asked GRPS board candidates about food because students want change: here's what they said.

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