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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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Michigan deer hunters aim to feed record number of meals this year with venison donations

Submitted 11-11-2019 under NONPROFITS

Food banks, shelters rely on venison donations to make ends meet throughout the year

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In Season: November 9, 2019

Submitted 11-08-2019 under NONPROFITS

Join us tomorrow at 10 for the second Saturday of our Second Season Market! We’ll have a diverse selection of 40+ Michigan produce, food, farm, and artisan products including meat vendors taking pre-orders for thanksgiving turkeys!

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Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Celebrates the Holidays with 46 International Traditions

Submitted 11-04-2019 under NONPROFITS

25th annual ‘Metro Health Christmas & Holiday Traditions’ exhibition welcomes a new title sponsor and explores iconic symbols from around the globe.

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City Connection - Commissioner Ruth Kelly joins Mayor Bliss for in-studio discussion

Submitted 11-04-2019 under NONPROFITS

This month, Mayor Bliss is joined by Second Ward Commissioner Ruth Kelly. Kelly, who is term-limited, will reflect on her time on the commission and discuss tomorrow's city-wide election.

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In Season: November 2, 2019

Submitted 11-01-2019 under NONPROFITS

Can you believe our Main Season is behind us and our Second Season is kicking off TOMORROW with our Soup @ FSFM Fundraiser?! We're excited to launch our second season with ALL-YOU-CAN-TASTE samples of soup + shopping from over 20 Michigan farmers, food producers, and artisans.

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St. Cecilia Music Center will feature The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center performing the powerful works of four Great Innovators - Beethoven, Stravinsky, Mendelssohn and Smetana on November 21, 2019

Submitted 11-01-2019 under NONPROFITS

Executive Director Cathy Holbrook remarks, “It is truly a special experience to see the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center perform at St. Cecilia Music Center. These artists are amazing to watch with incredible artistry that is flawless."

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Veterans Upward Bound, a designated support system

Submitted 10-31-2019 under NONPROFITS

Featured veteran, Gabrielle Harrison, shares how Veterans Upward Bound has been a support system for her.

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It takes a village: How Michigan conservation groups work together to benefit wildlife

Submitted 10-30-2019 under NONPROFITS

Learn how the Department of Natural Resources forges unique partnerships with conservation-minded private landowners and nonprofit organizations all over the State of Michigan

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Culinary Conversations series returns with "Bootstrapping your Business" event for food startups

Submitted 10-25-2019 under NONPROFITS

On November 6, Culinary Conversations returns with a MeetUp panel discussion for food entrepreneurs. The free event features four successful industry entrepreneurs and experts, discussing strategies to access capital and funding to make startups work on a tight budget.

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Architecture Association Names 2019 Award Winners

Submitted 10-23-2019 under NONPROFITS

The Grand Rapids Chapter of the American Institute of Architects celebrated several Architects, Firms and Projects and individual Honorees last week during its annual Honor Awards Celebration.

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