How entrepreneur and philanthropist Chris Sain Jr. supports Grand ...
Courtesy Chris Sain Jr. Chris Sain Jr. and his wife are retired after becoming debt-free in 2018, they travel and speak all over the world. Sain regularly donates to local nonprofit organizations, including $200,000 recently to LifeQuest Urban Outreach Center and the GR Youth Football League. Sain’s other donations range from $1,000 to …
West Michigan to Host 2025 and 2026 National Adaptive Sports …
Aug 21, 2024 · Courtesy Glenn Merry Glenn Merry, executive director of Move United. “We are focused on leading a movement that fully includes people with disabilities in American society, using sport to challenge perceptions and redefine ability for youth and adults with disabilities,” says Glenn Merry, executive director of Move United.
Write Michigan contest inspires creativity and connection across …
Oct 30, 2024 · Courtesy KDL The Write Michigan Short Story Contest, now in its 13th year, offers a similar platform for writers of all ages and skill levels across the state. Winner gained confidence For Boers, winning the contest helped him feel more confident as a …
Understanding the timeless relevance of Mandela's legacy - Rapid …
May 15, 2024 · Photo by Tommy Allen Mandela's family tree moves Kimberly Kennedy-Barrington that she almost touches the wall. On Mandela's resilience, leadership, and working with what you have: "I could see often in the exhibit where Mandela saw there were times where the country needed time to rest and just exhale.
Dwelling Place’s new leadership team reflects focus on people-first ...
With plans to make 2024 a year of significant investment and growth, Dwelling Place has been making significant changes to its leadership team by promoting in-house talent.
Looking at 2024, we are witnessing in Grand Rapids an expansive …
Dec 24, 2024 · 3. The Role of Belonging in Community Building “Voices of Youth: Listening to the Issues Facing Grand Rapids Teens” Through the Voices of Youth program, Kent County teens explore contemporary issues affecting them, from bullying to the pandemic.
RapidChat: Robert Barnes on the inspiring work of older adults …
Feb 7, 2019 · Senior Neighbors helps older adults connect to local services. Not only that, but "Older adults are an important part of the fabric of our community, but outside the need to offer some of them assistance, they often go unrecognized," emphasizes President of Senior Neighbors, Robert Barnes — who established the annual "16 over 60 Awards Gala" to celebrate achievements and contributions later ...
TalentFirst: Economic success through talent development - Rapid …
Jan 25, 2023 · Kevin Stott has had a career that has prepared him for the position to lead TalentFirst, a West Michigan innovation think tank in attracting, retaining and developing talent since 2011. Stott, a resident of Grand Rapids since 2019 and a married father of three, has had a career that has included politics, public policy, economic …
Grand Rapids Public Library — not just by the books - Rapid Growth
Jan 22, 2024 · The Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL) is committed to expanding its offerings to meet the evolving needs of its patrons. In recent years, the library has broadened its collection to include diverse materials, such as e-books, digital resources, and games, all to keep up with the rapidly changing world of technology and the needs and wants of its community.
‘Freakonomics’ author highlights people-centered strategy during …
Sep 25, 2024 · Courtesy Bank of America One major event, the Student Tech Showcase, drew over 600 middle school students from the Grand Rapids area to the Kent Career Technical Center on Sept. 17. Dubner’s keynote, sponsored by Bank of America, was one of the highlights of Tech Week, which featured more than 100 local businesses, universities, and organizations.