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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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Story Matters: Paul DeBartolo remembers Herpolsheimers, wants to live downtown

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

Paul DeBartolo has seen downtown Grand Rapids have rough days since his memories of riding the train at Herpolsheimers, and wants to say thanks to those who have worked to revive it.

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Story Matters: Amber has fond memories of fireworks downtown

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

Amber remembers many 4th of July memories and other special days downtown.

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Head of ambitious public art projects in New York City joins grand juror team for ArtPrize 2013

Submitted 09-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

This interview with Anne Pasternak, ArtPrize 2013 Grand Prize Juror, is one of a series of three interviews helping ArtPrize visitors get to know the perspective of this year's jurors.

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Little Prairie in the Big City

Submitted 09-13-2013 under NONPROFITS

Join us in connecting sacred teaching on the care of creation with the sustainability movement. We are working to establish a portion of the Marywood campus into a prairie habitat.

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In Season: September 14, 2013

Submitted 09-13-2013 under NONPROFITS

Be sure to check out Fulton Street Market while the last of summer's bounty remains as fall goods take over!

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Story Matters: Arlene Schulte sees Grand Rapids as big city, small town

Submitted 09-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

Arlene Schulte sat down with us to talk about what she likes about her city/town of Grand Rapids.

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Story Matters: Kathleen Russell remembers history of Indian Mounds

Submitted 09-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

Kathleen Russell talks about the artificial Indian Mounds that we have at Ah Nab Awen park, and the history that precedes them.

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Local young artists from Boys & Girls Clubs previewed at ArtPrize venue

Submitted 09-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

This Friday, the newly remodeled Harris Building will host an event to preview artwork from 45 registered ArtPrize entries. Guests will be invited to browse three floors of artwork, including pieces created by children who attend Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids.

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UCOM hosting third annual Healthy Foods Cook Off as part of Hunger Action Week

Submitted 09-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

This Thursday, three local chefs will be competing to create healthy dishes using food pantry staples in the cookoffat United Church Outreach Ministry.

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GROW Microloan Program driving small business growth with $600,000 to lend

Submitted 09-10-2013 under NONPROFITS

GROW received $600,000 to loan to small business owners who need help getting capital for business growth.

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