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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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Love shouldn't hurt

Submitted 05-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

Safe Haven Ministries' Running for Jenny races to the finish line of ending domestic abuse by participating in the 2014 Fifth Third River Bank Run

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Vox Vidorra - "Lose It"

Submitted 04-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Tuesday Tabletalk: Interfaith Dinner and Dialogue

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

DCM invites you to participate in ecumenical and interfaith discussion on "The End of Time" with our panelists, who represent four diverse faith traditions.

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Spring into First Fridays

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Art galleries, shops and restaurants invite you to see local artwork, check out the latest handmade goods and partake in awesome drink specials.

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Kick off the season: Kickstand Kickoff 2014

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Brewery Vivant and The Spoke Folks join together to host a celebration of bicycles, family and beer on Saturday, May 3.

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New Artist at Dominican Center at Marywood

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Dominican Center at Marywood Art Gallery will display the works of Valentina Grigorieva through June 30, 2014.

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GAAH Press Club goes ice skating, creates art

Submitted 04-28-2014 under NONPROFITS

The GAAH Press Club had the opportunity to go ice skating at Rosa Parks Circle and do crafts at the GRAM. Here they write about their experiences.

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NPO Showcase: Kent County Elder Abuse Coalition

Submitted 04-28-2014 under NONPROFITS

Kent County Chief Assistant Prosecutor Chris Becker discusses elder abuse and the newly formed Elder Abuse Coalition

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The Appleseed Collective - "Bad Man"

Submitted 04-26-2014 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Community gardens are growing vegetables, knowledge and community

Submitted 04-24-2014 under NONPROFITS

Oakdale Neighbors celebrates community gardening and the arrival of spring with a Spring Gardening Festival on May 3

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