Community Organizations

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

Sports/Outdoor

The eighteen hole championship golf course in Caledonia also features a pool area, driving range, banquet facilities, restaurant, and more.

Health & Wellness

Faith Hospice provides comfort care to those with life-limiting illness and support to their families. Our team of doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, hospice aids, and volunteers serves patients in a variety of settings.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEast HillsUptown

At The Green Well, we’re dishing up something better: Different food and beverage offerings, different standard of service and quality, and a higher expectation of what dining out should be-always better and ALL WAYS fun.

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Farms & ProducersMadison SquareStorefront

The mission of Urban Roots is to cultivate healthy communities.

Banking & FinanceCity of Grand RapidsMinority-owned

Riverbank Finance is a mortgage company based in Grand Rapids. We are locally owned and specialize in new home purchase loans and refinance loans. We take the extra time to compare mortgage rates at several banks and lenders to offer some of the lowest interest rates available.

Arts & EntertainmentUptownWealthy Street

Triumph Music Academy is West Michigan’s progressive music school, offering private instruction for all ages, in any genre, for a variety of instruments and interests.

PhotographyWyoming-KentwoodMinority-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

Mission: To cultivate beautiful experiences of authenticity that inspire and influence others to live authentically! As a speaker, event host and cultural educator. Mediums include multimedia production, blogging, one-on-one and group workshops.

Home Products & Services

DeVos Place starts the year filled with everything you need to build a new home, finish your basement, or bring your family room out of the 80s! Featuring hundreds of local builders, remodelers, and home improvement services. Proudly hosted by the Home Builders Association of Greater Grand Rapids.

Farms & ProducersRestaurants, Food & Beverages

The Schaefer family - centennial orchardists steeped in tradition and rooted on “the ridge” -  grows over 150 varieties of heritage cider apples and heirloom fruits on their homesteaded farm (est. 1855), and on-site cider house for production of Pux Hard Cider in Conklin - twenty minutes northwest of Grand Rapids.

Health & WellnessFamily-owned

The Parlour Blow Dry Bar + Full-Service Salon is located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids and within walking distance to many of the cities destinations!

Grocery

Bridge Street Market is an urban grocery store nestled in the heart of Grand Rapids’ vibrant West Side at the intersection of Bridge Street and Seward Avenue. Bridge Street Market is focused on affordable food, fresh produce, genuine customer service, and celebrating local folks and Michigan-based businesses. They also offer covered parking in the first level of the garage on Seward Avenue. Grocery shopping just got better with Bridge Street!

Event Planning & Catering

With a 158-acre main campus showcasing internationally acclaimed sculptures and themed gardens, Meijer Gardens has multiple event spaces that provide you with diverse options for any event.

Marketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand Rapids

Producing the highest quality consumer shows for over seventy-four years! From the Grand Rapids Boat Show to the West Michigan Home & Garden Show, and seven other top consumer shows. ShowSpan has been connecting businesses, consumers, industries, and communities since 1945. We believe there is no greater way to build relationships than face to face.

Farms & ProducersFamily-owned

Fenn Valley is a family-owned vineyard and winery, producing award-winning, world-class wines from grapes grown on the shores of Lake Michigan.

Business ServicesMediaPhotographyWoman-owned

McA Media produces quality videography services for small business promotion, weddings, lifestyle, and portrait photography. Clients have included Better Business Bureau, Mitten Brewing Co., and Davenport University.

GrandvilleWoman-owned

The Gordon Group is about concierge service in the real estate industry. It is our passion and profession to help you find your place in West Michigan.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesWyoming-KentwoodMinority-owned

A full-service restaurant featuring authentic Mexican food specializing in sixteen different flavors of homemade tamales.

Health & WellnessCity of Grand RapidsEmployee-ownedWoman-ownedOnline Purchasing

Grand Rapids Center for Mindfulness is dedicated to teaching people how to use powerful mindfulness based tools to manage their stress and enjoy new health and well-being. Classes at various locations.

ManufacturingRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty RetailHollandEmployee-ownedFamily-owned

In 2015, we introduced you to our love of great beers and a good time.  The driving force for opening our doors was YOU, the residents of the city we love and have always called home. The first step was to introduce the Westerlunds and provide a local hotspot showcasing our hand-crafted beers. After quickly accomplishing that, the direction shifted to ensure that our friends in Holland are ALWAYS our number one priority.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesUptownWealthy StreetFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

A neighborhood diner open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Banking & FinanceBusiness ServicesVeteran-owned

Fiduciary Financial Advisors is a unique financial advisory firm dedicated to directing our clients’ investments as fiduciaries in a simple, objective, low cost and commission free manner. We handle both investment management and financial/retirement planning needs.

Arts & EntertainmentUptownWealthy StreetCurbside Pick Up

Wealthy Theatre is an historic community theater operated by Grand Rapids Community Center. Programming is done by community members and includes film, live music, dance, theater, and more.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEastownUptown

Hot Dog Heaven! Yesterdog has been recognized by the Grand Rapids Magazine and On The Town Magazine’s readers poll as the Best Hot Dog in Grand Rapids.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Specializing in homemade cookies using quality ingredients. We can design a dessert table as simple or as elegant as you like - parties, weddings, open houses, and other special events.

Arts & EntertainmentCity of Grand Rapids

A fine tradition for the avid outdoorsmen. Over 350 exhibitors featuring the latest outdoor gear and travel information. Famous features include: World Class Taxidermy, Antique Lures and “Lake Ultimate”, the 110,000 gallon indoor lake.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsEmployee-owned

Combining retail cheese, charcuterie, beer, wine, cider, and gourmet foods in a retail setting, as well as a wine, beer bar, and small plates experience.

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.

Building Services & Suppliers

EPS, founded in Grand Rapids in 1955, offers burglary, fire alarm, access control, and video surveillance systems. A market leader in residential and commercial applications.

Marketing, Advertising & PRMediaCascadeWoman-owned

Marketing, social media, web design and media buying firm founded in 1999. Working from our West Michigan office to meet the branding and design needs of our growing client base.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsMichigan StreetUptownFamily-owned

Pux Taphouse is a cider tasting space with a focus on high quality ciders traditional and non-tratitional. Offering a wide range of cheese pairings to complement. Also functioning as an art gallery, showcasing fantastic local artists.

InsuranceAdaFamily-ownedStorefront

Risk management firm specializing in commercial property, general liability, professional liability, pollution liability, medical malpractice, aviation, employee benefits, personal lines, life insurance, and annuities.See More

Real Estate & RelocationCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

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Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

Gravity is a unique to Grand Rapids concept combining superior food with craft-beer. We will provide a craft-beer cultivating community/environment, inviting all of those who enjoy quality fare or craft-beer. Led by our team of certified experts, we integrate an expansive selection of craft-beer with an eclectic variety of food, flavors, and scratch dishes with something that appeals to everyone!

Business ServicesCity of Grand RapidsWyoming-KentwoodFamily-ownedCurbside Pick UpDeliveryStorefront

2nd Generation owned business that focuses on providing families and businesses with clean, safe water for their homes and businesses.  We provide clean soft water to protect appliances and water using fixtures plus help lower your utility bills.  We provide clean, safe water for drinking whether it is with a high quality drinking water system installed or its a bottled water service delivered to your home or office.  Be Green & Buy Local, Call Gordon Water Systems.

Computers, Web & TelecomCity of Grand RapidsEastownWealthy StreetEmployee-ownedStorefront

Atomic Object designs and builds world-class software products for all sorts of clients.

Arts & EntertainmentCity of Grand Rapids

One of the oldest and largest community theatres in the U.S., Grand Rapids Civic Theatre continues to touch 120,000 lives in West Michigan each year with quality productions, education, and community outreach programs.

Restaurants, Food & Beverages

We pride ourselves on our delicious food made with only the freshest ingredients daily. Stop in and see what the local chatter is all about.

Health & WellnessManufacturingWoman-owned

MH Labs is an all natural beauty product laboratory. Our chemists create body and face oils, cuticle oils, hair oils, masks, floral waters, bath soaks, soaps, and toners with only sustainably-harvested raw materials. We offer private label opportunities and fill small to large quantities for our customers.

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.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsHeartsideFamily-ownedCurbside Pick UpDeliveryOnline Gift CardsOnline PurchasingStorefront

We make worthy treats for every body. Meticulously made from scratch with intentionally-sourced ingredients. Grass-fed dairy ice cream, vegan gelato, and exquisite chocolates. Organically principled. All made on-site, located inside the Downtown Market.

Real Estate & RelocationDouglasGreater Grand RapidsHollandSaugatuckFamily-ownedVeteran-ownedAppointment Only

Real estate specialists covering all of Michigan’s Art Coast (Saugatuck, Douglas, Glenn, South Haven, Lake Macatawa, Holland, Grand Rapids). Whether you’re buying or selling, we’re here to help you achieve your goal.

Community OrganizationsHealth & WellnessAdaFamily-owned

If you are looking for senior care for yourself or a loved one, Firststeptocare.com is a unique local online community connecting you to services, expert information and each other.

LegalCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

Divorce, parenting matters, and death are sensitive situations that affect families differently. We understand your family’s needs are unique and we provide legal assistance personalized to fit your circumstances.

Arts & EntertainmentLowell

Connecting regional artists and audiences through the visual and performing arts. LowellArts offers art exhibitions, theater and music performances, arts classes for all ages, Lowell Showboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts, Fallasburg Arts Festival, and special arts events.

Gallery hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10am - 6pm, and Saturday, 12pm - 5pm. Facility rental available.

Home Products & ServicesCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

We are a lot of things, such as Grand Rapids experts, animal lovers, coffee bingers, beer enthusiasts, and concert junkies. Professionally, we are an energetic team here to help you with all of your real estate needs whether you are looking to buy, sell, or lease. But that’s what every real estate agent says, right? So, what makes us different? Exceptional customer service. Accessibility. Knowledge. Honesty. FUN!

Arts & EntertainmentFarms & ProducersRestaurants, Food & BeveragesHudsonvilleFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Creative + authentic ciders impossible to find anywhere else // Changing the world one cider at a time // Proudly made on a 150-year-old family farm in Michigan

Specialty RetailEast HillsUptownWoman-owned

An eclectic marketplace of fairly traded handcrafted gifts, decor, accessories, and more: Coffee and chocolate, bulk loose leaf teas, herbs and provisions. Featuring an extensive tea and coffee bar.

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty ServicesWyoming-KentwoodFamily-owned

Whatever your need: Corporate breakfast or lunch meetings, special events, salad and sandwich box lunches for groups large or small, weddings, hors d’oeuveres parties, graduations, or private chef service, we would love to serve you. We pride ourselves in providing affordable excellence. The first ingredient in everything we do is LOVE! We love what we do and it shows. Call YoChef’s Catering today; we’ll take care of everything. With YoChef’s Catering you don’t need to worry about a thing. We take care of all the details, from preparation to clean up. We fix our prices up front. We never charge hidden fees.

Restaurants, Food & Beverages

Started almost twenty years ago, now with two locations. Our menu features traditional American regional specialties infused with Southwestern influences. Happy Hour Specials available.

Marketing, Advertising & PRWalker

At OWL our focus is on helping businesses grow through the use of technology and marketing services. This mixture of technology and marketing allows us to not only help drive business to our customers but also help them handle the additional work with intelligent systems that help them work smarter not harder. Are you ready to begin working smarter?

Business ServicesMinority-owned

Personalized coaching to help you find your dream job and career through a structured step-by-step process.See More

Event Planning & CateringGrocerySpecialty RetailHollandFamily-owned

Welcome to Fustini’s, where we have always been about the finest gourmet olive oils and balsamic vinegars. We’ve recently expanded to include pantry items, cookbooks, and a School of Cooking.

PhotographyCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

Grand Rapids based portrait and commercial photographer. With over a decade of experience, Arrae Photography uses photography and design to create beautiful marketing materials for your business. Available on location as well as at the downtown studio.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesGaslight VillageFamily-owned

Olive’s is your place, right in your own neighborhood. We offer globally inspired cuisine while using locally sourced products whenever possible. Come in and try one of our ten-ounce martinis and stay for the company of friends and family.

Family-owned

Commercial Real Estate Brokers

Banking & FinanceCascadeWoman-ownedStorefront

We are a locally-owned and controlled full service CPA firm providing audit, tax, accounting, and advisory services. We have been proudly serving the community for over seventy-five years.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-ownedCurbside Pick UpStorefront

Daddy Pete’s BBQ, LLC, is a famil- owned business operated by Cory and Tarra Davis. We focus on providing delicious slow-smoked meats. In 2019, we also began offering plant-based menu selections! A majority of Daddy Pete’s menu consists of locally sourced ingredients which are prepared fresh, daily.

Banking & FinanceBusiness ServicesInsuranceHudsonville

Providing quality financial strategies, offers insurance, financial services, and employee benefits to businesses and individuals.

Home Products & ServicesHolland

As “West Michigan’s Premier Paint Manufacturer,” RepcoLite has been providing homeowners, contractors, and industry with quality products, expert color matching, and professional advice since 1946.

Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRSpecialty ServicesCity of Grand RapidsMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Are you looking to grow your business? We help our clients save time and energy on marketing, strategic planning, and bookkeeping. Focus on your passion. Let us manage your business.

Business Services

A full service print shop catering to businesses large and small, as well as personal printing. Emphasis on service and quality.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

The B.O.B. (an acronym for Big Old Building) is located in downtown Grand Rapids. The 70,000-square-foot, four-story, red brick building was constructed in 1903 as Judson’s grocery warehouse. It stood vacant for decades before The Gilmore Collection began its transformation, saving it from demolition. Its casual appeal, large size, and historic charm have given The B.O.B. landmark/destination status in downtown Grand Rapids. Ambitious, expansive, and versatile, The B.O.B. offers a uniquely personal experience for every guest who walks through the door.

ManufacturingRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty RetailWest Leonard

Grand Rapids’ first craft distillery. The finest locally-sourced ingredients, fermented and distilled honestly, creating spirits of uncompromising quality. Cocktails, small-bites, and bottles-to-go, proudly served in the neighborhood they call home.

Computers, Web & TelecomEast FultonWoman-owned

When you work with Green Cup Digital, you get personalized attention from a team of professionals with the experience to build the best representation of your business online. Our specialties include Website Design and Management, Search Engine Optimization services, Social Media Management Services, and Blog Management. You didn’t get into business to mess with the internet, but we did.

Community Organizations

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.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

The reason why people keep returning to our six restaurants is no secret. We believe in the simple principle of delivering a memorable experience through our food, atmosphere, and service.

Event Planning & CateringHollandFamily-owned

Atop our hotel, CityVu Events features floor-to-ceiling views of Lake Macatawa, Windmill Island, and downtown Holland. Seating up to 150 guests, CityVu is perfect for corporate meetings, dinners, and social events. On the first floor, we have our Boardroom and Conference Rooms, both of which include audio-visual presentation options.

MediaWestside

WYCE is an independent, community radio station serving Grand Rapids and West Michigan with on-air programming at 88.1 FM, and reaching out to the world through online streaming.

Business ServicesHolland

Our primary focus is leadership development. We train, coach, and consult. Master Consultant for Leadership Challenge and Leader Practices Inventory. Certified in Extreme Leadership. Partnered often with West Michigan organizations.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

The Omelette Shoppe and Bakery prides itself on the world’s greatest omelettes, but its loyal followers may first boast about their original pecan rolls and cinnamon swirl pastries, which are made from scratch on-site, daily. Early Bird Specials available. Additional locations can be found at our website.

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Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRSpecialty ServicesCrestonMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Social Bizz is a marketing firm providing restaurant marketing and advertising. We aim to connect our clients with their target audiences in the most direct and engaging way as possible. We serve the purpose to build restaurant presence online.

Specialty ServicesSports/OutdoorCity of Grand Rapids

A panoramic view of the breathtaking Thornapple River provides the backdrop for this expansive eighteen hole course, featuring bentgrass fairways and impeccably groomed tees and greens.

Arts & Entertainment

A clean, clever improvisational combo available for public shows and private bookings.

MediaUptownWealthy StreetWestside

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.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandWoman-owned

Full-service gourmet coffee, espresso, smoothie, and sandwich shop. Drive-thru service, comfortable inside and outside seating, and free WiFi. Catering available: Box lunches or trays.

Family-owned

Born, raised, and living locally in Eastown. Sit down with Christian and learn about his solid understanding of Grand Rapids and vast knowledge of all that is real estate. Down to earth, not pushy, and a great listener. He is looking out for your best interest. Give him a call today!

Restaurants, Food & Beverages

With an emphasis on local products, Meijer Gardens’ globally inspired menu changes with the seasons and features sandwiches, salads, small bites, and a kid’s menu.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsFamily-owned

Field & Fire is a wood-fired, artisanal bakery. We specialize in crusty and European style breads, sourdough, whole grains, and buttery croissants-100% organic grains and flours.

Community OrganizationsWestsideAppointment OnlyCurbside Pick UpOnline PurchasingStorefront

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.

Business ServicesGreater Grand RapidsVeteran-owned

DK Security offers premier security and investigations services across Michigan and Ohio.See More

Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand RapidsMinority-ownedWoman-owned

Little Space Studio is a co-working space designed with Grand Rapids creative professionals and startups in mind. We support a diverse group of individuals in their work by providing access to workspace, materials, technology, community, and educational resources they need to be the best creative professionals they can be.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesUptownWealthy Street

A former 1920’s neighborhood service station finds new life as a full service bar serving truly authentic Mexican food.

Banking & Finance

We partner with our clients to deliver a personalized package of accounting, taxation, valuation, and advisory services at one flat rate. Unlike other CPA firms that record hours and minutes spent, we record results.

Arts & EntertainmentCity of Grand RapidsOnline Purchasing

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Computers, Web & TelecomMichigan StreetAppointment Only

Featherlight creates agency-quality websites for an absurdly cost, with end-to-end management and personal service.

Lodging & TravelCity of Grand Rapids

CityFlatsHotel Grand Rapids showcases interior furniture and décor designed and manufactured with local materials and rapidly renewable resources. CityFlatsHotel recently achieved LEED Gold Certification and features forty-eight conceptually unique guestrooms.

Automotive

Family-owned since 1982, Sharpe is proud to be Grand Rapids’ exclusive BMW, MINI, Jaguar, and Land Rover Dealership.

MediaCity of Grand RapidsAppointment OnlyOnline Purchasing

The CMC IT team helps non-profits further their mission by creating award winning websites and online tools for effective communication and operation across the myriad of internet connected devices. A service of Community Media Center.

Business ServicesWoman-owned

Eco-friendly corporate gifts with style! Promote green. Promote you. A new approach to corporate gift giving. High design innovative items to further your brand.

Insurance

Insurance - Employee Benefits

Specialty RetailHollandEmployee-ownedFamily-ownedWoman-ownedOnline PurchasingStorefront

Online and in-store baby registry. Specializing in eco-friendly products for growing families such as cloth diapers, organic skincare, baby carriers, nursery items, diaper bags, toys, and more. We also offer classes and groups designed to help families navigate their parenting journey.

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & Beverages

Make your event more fun and memorable! Olly’s Donuts makes mini-donuts on location and serves them fresh and warm in your choice of flavors!

Business ServicesFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Freight Today LLC is a woman-owned and operated freight company specializing in general and expedited freight services within the demands of their customers.

Salons & SpasByron CenterGrandvilleGreater Grand RapidsHudsonvilleJenisonStandaleWalkerWyoming-KentwoodWoman-ownedAppointment OnlyCurbside Pick UpStorefront

We are a full-service Aveda-concept salon servicing the West Michigan area for thirty-two years.

CleaningCity of Grand RapidsFamily-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment Only

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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.