Community OrganizationsCascade

With more than thirty years of high impact work, Michigan Women’s Foundation is devoted to fostering economic empowerment for Michigan’s women and girls through philanthropy and investment.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

With eight locations throughout the City of Grand Rapids, the GRPL connects people to the transforming power of knowledge. We offer popular material for adults and children such as novels, movies, and music, as well as an extensive research collection, public internet stations, free adult computer classes, and fun programming for all ages. Check out our website for more information!

Community OrganizationsManufacturingSpecialty RetailDivision SouthWoman-ownedMinority-owned

Creative social enterprise focused on connecting the skills of New American women who arrived as refugees to the marketplace, celebrating their strengths and igniting a community of belonging. Perfect for stylish gifts with purpose for the whole family! High quality custom work that creates opportunity and brings your ideas to life.

Community OrganizationsHealth & WellnessSpecialty ServicesCascadeWoman-owned

We offer individual, family, and couples counseling, naturopathic medicine (from licensed doctors with a four-year doctorate), health coaching, and clinical hypnotherapy. We are a team of clinicians who share a passion for results. We are constantly researching the latest techniques for healing mind and body.

Community OrganizationsRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty ServicesFamily-ownedMinority-owned

Soldadera Coffee, a family-oriented small business, is launching its cold-brew, authentic Mexican brand this week in Grand Rapids. The unique blend of coffee produced by Soldadera Coffee was inspired by the “cafe de olla” (coffee from a clay pot) that originated during the Mexican Revolution back in the early 1900s.

Banking & FinanceBusiness ServicesCommunity OrganizationsCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

An impact advisor for investors, social enterprises and non-profits looking to chart new paths and expand revenue.

Community OrganizationsMarketing, Advertising & PRCascadeFamily-ownedMinority-owned

Using strategic, intentional and often disruptive counsel and approach to assist small businesses tell their story via public/media relations, marketing, internal/external communications and innovative thinking.

Community OrganizationsLegalCity of Grand Rapids

Facing legal problems alone? The Legal Assistance Center offers free legal information, forms, resources, guidance, and referrals for basic civil legal issues including family: Divorce, custody, paternity, child support, and parenting time. Housing: Eviction, security deposits, repairs. Consumer: Garnishment, payment plans, and probate - guardianship.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

Encouraging events and promotions in Downtown Grand Rapids. The events that capture our attention are those that energize merchants, provide cultural enhancement, and brand Grand Rapids as a place of inclusion, vitality, community, culture and entertainment.

Community OrganizationsRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty RetailWoman-owned

Fostering community and support for women in recovery. We sell specialty coffee to create sustainability in our efforts both locally and globally.

Community OrganizationsGroceryHealth & WellnessCity of Grand RapidsFamily-ownedVeteran-ownedMinority-owned

We understand how important it is for you to easily access affordable, sustainable, and local food which is why together we are building a cooperative community that’s bringing a full-service co-op grocery store to central Grand Rapids. Visit our website to learn more and join the co-op!

Community OrganizationsSpecialty Services

Samaritas is a local leader in senior housing, home care, adoption, and refugee resettlement.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

The Rapid operates fixed route, demand-response services for people with disabilities, those living outside the fixed-route service area, plus car and vanpooling programs among other services.

Community OrganizationsSpecialty Services

We help individuals with disabilities walk, talk, learn, and play. Services include: Speech-language pathology, occupational and physical therapy, social language, tutoring, hippotherapy, comprehensive evaluations, and summer program. Many insurances accepted.

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Through our grantmaking and initiatives, we lead Kent County in making positive, sustainable change. With a permanent endowment that’s been growing since 1922, our Community Foundation supports local nonprofits, guides significant social change, and helps donors achieve their philanthropic goals.

Community OrganizationsHome Products & ServicesSpecialty RetailHolland

Holland ReStore is aligned with Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity. They accept donations of reusable building materials and household items or via pick-up. Deconstruction services and tax incentives available.

Community OrganizationsSpecialty ServicesHolland

CFHZ seeks to ensure that our community thrives today, tomorrow, and forever by building our community’s endowment to support high impact charitable projects, helping donors achieve their charitable goals, and leading and partnering in community-level initiatives.

Community OrganizationsFarms & Producers

Listing and website to Kent County area farmers and community farmers including information on which ones accept Bridge cards and Double Up Food Bucks, WIC Project Fresh, and Market Fresh.

Community OrganizationsPets & Veterinary

Harbor Humane Society was founded in 1956, and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, with the mission to provide a safe harbor for animals in our care, striving to secure their future through outreach and educational programs. Annually, we see 3,500 animals with nearly 60% of those being strays.

Community OrganizationsMediaSpecialty ServicesWealthy Street

Working with area schools and NPOs, CMC Education provides media literacy, video production, and stop-motion animation training to students of all ages in our hands-on classes.

Community OrganizationsEvent Planning & CateringCity of Grand Rapids

John Ball Zoo is non-profit with a mission to inspire our community to be actively engaged in the conservation of wildlife and our natural environment. JBZoo has over 2,000 animals including lions, tigers, chimpanzees, red pandas, and toucans, along with indoor and outdoor exhibits, interactive experiences, and much more. Bissell Tree House is also available as a premier event/rental facility.

Community OrganizationsSpecialty ServicesHollandWoman-owned

SMG Strategies amplifies civic leadership among underrepresented voices. We empower people and organizations to achieve their political ambitions, including navigating local government, running for office, reforming political systems, and accelerating community engagement. Because democracy belongs to all of us - including you!

Community OrganizationsHealth & WellnessMarketing, Advertising & PRFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Farm Brigge was created to develop micro-communities around local food- connecting everyone involved in the cultivation of food to those who consume it. Our Company ecosystem supports the development and growth of farms, farm workers, farmers markets and local food consumers, all in one robust platform.

With Founder and CEO, Troy Rice’s background as a Certified Lean Green Belt, the organization created an online Lean Farming course program, with coaching, to help farms run sustainable and profitable businesses by eliminating waste and reducing costs. The program is also intended to help build the skills sets of farm workers in how they think and operate on a farm. And, most importantly, provide them knowledge and practice that will translate into any future career path.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

GROW provides entrepreneurial training, networking, finances, and business counseling to create and strengthen businesses.

Arts & EntertainmentCommunity OrganizationsJenisonWoman-owned

As an abstract painter and an artist with a passion for connecting people, faith, and design, my work reflects both the struggles I’ve overcome as well as my optimistic nature.

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WMHCC is dedicated to working with all members of the community to increase the economic advancement of the Hispanic owned businesses, and to assist professional growth in West Michigan.

Community OrganizationsMichigan StreetWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Local First leads the development of an economy grounded in local ownership that meets the basic needs of people, builds local wealth and social capital, functions in harmony with our ecosystem, and encourages joyful community.

Arts & EntertainmentCommunity OrganizationsEvent Planning & CateringAlger Heights

Gettin’ Fresh Events is a multi-faceted community minded event venue located in Alger Heights. Our focus is to provide a space for families and entrepreneurs to host gatherings, workshops, photo shoots, product launches, record releases, art shows, pop ups.

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Nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization working to protect and enhance West Michigan’s natural and human environments by translating the concerns of people into positive action. WMEAC has been delivering environmental education and advocacy to the West Michigan community for fifty years.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

Through high-quality school programs, family-friendly events and outdoor recreation, Blandford Nature Center has been a community resource for West Michigan families since 1968. With 12,000 students and over 40,000 guests experiencing the wonder of our 264 acres of natural land with meadows, wetlands, 2.5 acre farm and more than 8 miles of nature trails, not to mention fun and engaging wildlife, classes, festivals, and camps, Blandford Nature Center provides a year-round local destination for outdoor fun and learning. So pack a picnic and come to explore and have a fun day outdoors! The Farm is a short walk west of the Visitor Center and has been growing over 200 different varieties of vegetables and educating families on local agriculture through farm-related programming since 2010. We are Certified Naturally Grown, MAEAP certified for outstanding land stewardship, and part of Slow Food of West Michigan. To purchase our produce, find us weekly at the Fulton Street Market or consider joining our Summer, Winter or Herb Share Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program where members support and invest in the farm by purchasing a “share” of the harvest that they can pick up weekly.

Business ServicesCommunity OrganizationsMarketing, Advertising & PR

BBB is a non-profit organization, providing these services:
-Request a Quote, providing customers a way to seek information and proposals from your business
-Customer Review App to gain feedback on bbb.org website from your customers
-Dispute Resolution Services, including Arbitration
-Educational Presentations to students and groups
-Charity Review for Non-Profits
-Database of 40,000 + Business Profiles for Consumers

Business ServicesCommunity OrganizationsSpecialty ServicesEastownEmployee-owned

Vertical Media Solutions takes pride in delivering high-impact resumes, CVs, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles. Our consultative approach encourages an anxiety free experience, while producing the results you desire.

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At Well House, we believe the solution to homelessness is housing. Our model is simple: We purchase vacant, boarded-up houses and bring them back to life. We move in our neighbors who need housing the most: Those who are living on the streets or in emergency shelters.

Business ServicesCommunity OrganizationsManufacturingFamily-ownedVeteran-owned

We assist your business troubleshoot tough problems in manufacturing and supply chain. From quality problems to training and leadership we are here to support you. Experience in global automotive, furniture and military industries. Our Master of Disaster is available 24/7 to support you when you need help the most. USAF Veteran owned. We fix problems.

Community OrganizationsMediaWealthy Street

The Rapidian is your source for keeping informed about events and conversations in the Grand Rapids community, written by its citizens. A service of the Community Media Center.

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A local neighborhood association that provides Heritage Hill neighbors a way of collectively building a healthy and historically preserved community where people can live and work in a secure and stable environment.

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Community Media Center is an assistive organization enabling community individuals, groups, and nonprofits to better realize their goals through understanding and effective use of communication tools.

Arts & EntertainmentCommunity OrganizationsHealth & WellnessCrestonFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Lions & Rabbits serves as studio space and a salon-style retail, gallery. Grand Rapids residents will have the opportunity to sell handmade merchandise, offer different classes, and engage the community.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand Rapids

GRPS proudly offers the largest selection of school choices, including neighborhood, theme, Center of Innovation, special education, alternative education, cultural centers, and charter. GRPS is also home to top-performing schools, including the “Most Innovative K-12 Schools in America,” “Coolest Schools in America,” and the #1 schools in West Michigan.

Business ServicesCommunity OrganizationsFamily-owned

We help individuals, teams and organizations build the desire and capacity to lead.

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A non-profit organization promoting business practices that demonstrate environmental stewardship, economic vitality, and social responsibly through education and collaboration.

Banking & FinanceBusiness ServicesCommunity OrganizationsCascade

We exist to make our clients wildly successful! We partner with our clients to provide comprehensive, tailored solutions that go beyond traditional tax and accounting services. Our team provides expertise, value, and timely service while solving complex and challenging situations. Clients receive a level of service that is beyond what is expected. Pennell CPA promotes a culture of continued learning and enhanced relationships that will drive client success. Our team is respectful, enthusiastic, and engaged with our clients. We exist to amaze those we serve.