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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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Catalyst Radio: All4One a free festival to benefit the Humane Society of West Michigan

Submitted 07-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

All day on Saturday, Aug. 6, the All4One festival invites the community to enjoy the arts, music and movement that will benefit the 14 programs areas of the Humane Society.

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Focusing First - Jaivyn Brown's Journey to Graduation

Submitted 07-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Jaivyn Brown learned that to be successful takes great focus.

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Southtown neighbors in need of more public spaces, design charrette for Madison Park to come

Submitted 07-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

[VIDEO MAP] Southtown news bureau particpants highlight lack of public space within Southtown, Madison Park charrette to take place soon.

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Writing Her Future - Charisma Brewster's Journey to Graduation

Submitted 07-28-2011 under NONPROFITS

While writing her future, Charisma found that what happens in the beginning always affects the ending.

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CRC Extends its Green Footprint

Submitted 07-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

Trees will be planted, a walking path put in, and a small, gravel parking lot will be installed this summer on a four-acre plot of land that sits next to CRCNA offices.

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Upcoming Rosa Parks rain barrel party to protect water resources

Submitted 07-25-2011 under NONPROFITS

West Michigan residents looking to save money on water bills and reduce local water pollution are encouraged to come to Rosa Parks Circle on August 1 to make a rain barrel for their home.

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LINC invites community members to set their news agenda on The Rapidian

Submitted 07-25-2011 under NONPROFITS

On a sunny Monday evening, LINC staffers Kari Galbreath and Javonte Tubbs held the first Rapidian bureau training to share how The Rapidian can be part of their toolkit to share critical information a

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Catalyst Radio: Chelsea Laforge, citizen first and reporter second

Submitted 07-22-2011 under NONPROFITS

In just a few weeks, she has submitted five articles that range from politics to the Dantzler murders to the human side of bankruptcy. Tune in to hear why The Rapidian is so meaningful to her.

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EV Coalition Launches in West Michigan

Submitted 07-22-2011 under NONPROFITS

Press Conference Announcing Built by Michigan Coalition to gain support from Gov. Snyder and the State Legislature for the Electric Vehicle Industry

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100 Holes Challenge returns for its second summer

Submitted 07-21-2011 under NONPROFITS

The 2nd Annual 100 Holes Challenge happened on Monday, July 18th at Sunnybrook Country Club raising money for Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth.

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