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Heart of West Michigan United Way offers free tax preparation assistance

Submitted 01-11-2017 under NONPROFITS

Households with income of $55,000 can receive free tax preparation assistance. Learn how you can access this service through Heart of West Michigan United Way on this week’s episode of NPO Showcase.

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A Conversation with a diplomat: highlights of her global career

Submitted 01-09-2017 under NONPROFITS

The World Affairs Council of Western Michigan presents a 3 part lecture series on Central Europe featuring diplomats who have served in the region. Here, former Croatian diplomat Dr. Jelena Polić highlights her career and the importance of keeping an eye on Central Europe.

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At NECM, healthy food is a universal language

Submitted 01-06-2017 under NONPROFITS

North End Community Ministry relies on volunteers, food donors and local farms to feed its diverse neighborhood.

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Growing Up Blandford Campaign seeks to increase capacity for Blandford Nature Center

Submitted 01-04-2017 under NONPROFITS

Learn how you can help Blandford Nature Center “grow up” on this week’s episode of NPO Showcase.

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Zelda, Halo, Final Fantasy and more at Grand Rapids Symphony's 'Video Games Live!'

Submitted 01-03-2017 under NONPROFITS

Watch video from your favorite video games as the Grand Rapids Pops plays the original soundtrack live in a high-tech, surround-sound show with a rock concert feel

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Quotes from children every adult should hear

Submitted 01-03-2017 under NONPROFITS

Homelessness for children is about more than losing a home, it is about them feeling safe and secure. A message from Community Rebuilders Executive Director Vera Beech.

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Seven reasons to ride the bus more in 2017

Submitted 01-03-2017 under NONPROFITS

Why riding the bus more in 2017 can support your other resolutions

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Start with Why at GVSU

Submitted 01-03-2017 under NONPROFITS

The Haunestein Center for Presidential Studies Hosts Stephen Shedletzky from Simon Sinek’s world famous Start with Why movement

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Bethany Christian Services helps refugee families adjust to life in West Michigan

Submitted 12-21-2016 under NONPROFITS

Each year, thousands of people arrive in the United States as refugees or immigrants. Bethany Christian Services welcomes these individuals and families and helps them adapt to their new life.

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Christmas is in the air at Grand Rapids Symphony's Cirque de Noel shows

Submitted 12-21-2016 under NONPROFITS

Cirque de la Symphonie joins the Grand Rapids Pops for the 7th annual collaboration of aerial artistry and holiday music

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