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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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Adult learners from the Literacy Center of West Michigan share their writing

Submitted 01-21-2016 under NONPROFITS

Learners enrolled in the Family Literacy Program, at West Godwin Elementary, practiced their writing skills by writing encouraging letters to their children.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of GR Announces 2016 Youth of the Year Finalists

Submitted 01-21-2016 under NONPROFITS

Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids has announced their three local Youth of the Year finalists. Celebrate these young leaders at the Youth of the Year Luncheon!

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For Valentines: an evening of music and dance at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 01-20-2016 under NONPROFITS

ArtPeers and Dance in the Annex (DITA) present "transcend," an evening of music and dance at Wealthy Theatre, Saturday, Feb. 13th. Tickets on sale now. Made possible by The Robert D. Mieras Fund for Dance and Music at Grand Rapids Community Foundation, and New Holland Brewing.

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Artists Creating Together's Arts & Mentoring: Learning through "Music Around the World"

Submitted 01-19-2016 under NONPROFITS

ACT's Arts & Mentoring program highlights music, art, and creativity for students with disabilities in the Kent County Community Transition Program

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Food Bank announces third-consecutive record year

Submitted 01-18-2016 under NONPROFITS

More food was distributed in 2015 than in any of the past 34 years, says Feeding America West Michigan.

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Artists Creating Together seeks artwork entries for the 7th annual ACTion Art exhibit

Submitted 01-15-2016 under NONPROFITS

Artists Creating Together (ACT) is seeking professional, gallery-ready artwork in any medium by artists with disabilities. This artwork will be showcased in the ACTion Art exhibit, March 29-31, 2016, at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.

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"The Phantom of the Opera" comes to Dog Story Theater

Submitted 01-15-2016 under NONPROFITS

A brand new stage adaptation of the classic novel, "The Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux. The tragic love story of the Opera Ghost is reimagined in this bold, new, non-musical play.

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Locally Raised, with a story

Submitted 01-14-2016 under NONPROFITS

The story behind HarvestBox, a output of Byron Center Meats that focuses on not only delivering quality meat, but also on connecting customer and farmer.

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Grand Rapids women who rock: Mary Ann Cartwright

Submitted 01-12-2016 under NONPROFITS

Mary Ann Cartwright is a local advocate, leader and legal pioneer .

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UICA prepares for spring season loaded with conversations around guns, Pantone colors, local artists

Submitted 01-12-2016 under NONPROFITS

Upcoming months at UICA are packed with opportunities such as the current exhibition series, "Coming Home," featuring local artists, Live Coverage and the traveling "UNLOADED" exhibit in March and an exploration of Pantone's Color of the Year in April.

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