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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: Tattooist Sarah Sun

Submitted 07-16-2024 under NONPROFITS

Sarah Sun shares her artistic practice with Avenue for the Arts. Interview at Balm Tattooing by Pamela MacDougal.

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City Connection: John Gorney, director of public works, to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 07-15-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 5.

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City Connection: Lindsey Reames, executive director of GR Housing Commission, to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 06-26-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, July 1.

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Local Artist Highlight: Robyn Smith

Submitted 06-18-2024 under NONPROFITS

Avenue for the Arts visits the studio of local sculptor Robyn Smith. Interview by Pamela MacDougal.

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State Farm Insurance Time And Funding To Benefit Local Students

Submitted 06-18-2024 under NONPROFITS

The State Farm Insurance Foundation recently provided $15,000 in support for Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes to promote its financial literacy, entrepreneurism and career readiness efforts in area K-12 classrooms

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GRAM on the Green Brings Free Summer Concerts Downtown for the 15th Year

Submitted 06-13-2024 under NONPROFITS

Concerts take place on Thursday nights on the Grand Rapids Art Museum’s outdoor terrace: July 18, July 25, Aug. 1 and Aug. 8

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Grand Rapids Art Museum Presents National Portrait Gallery Exhibition "The Outwin: American Portraiture Today"

Submitted 05-28-2024 under NONPROFITS

New exhibition features portraits by 42 artists in a wide range of media

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City Connection: Alison Waske Sutter, sustainability and strategy officer, to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 05-28-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, June 10.

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Artist Mario Moore Bridges Untold Stories of America's Past and Present at GRAM

Submitted 05-21-2024 under NONPROFITS

'Mario Moore: Revolutionary Times' on view April 27 – August 18, 2024

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National Salvation Army Week Begins May 13th

Submitted 05-06-2024 under NONPROFITS

The Salvation Army in Kent County is celebrating its 140th Anniversary May 13-19 during National Salvation Army Week.

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