Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHeartsideFamily-ownedMinority-ownedWoman-ownedCurbside Pick UpOnline Gift CardsOnline PurchasingStorefront

GRNoir celebrates global and American wine and jazz in a space that is welcoming and accessible to everyone. It is a place for joy, a space to laugh and love, to share stories and meet friends old and new.

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.

Floral & Garden

For over 50 years, Eastern Floral has been West Michigan’s favorite shop for vibrant floral designs, lush live plants, and unique gifts.

Community OrganizationsKids & FamilyWoman-owned

Non-Profit Early Education and Childcare inspired by the Reggio Philosophy focusing on nature and community based educational opportunities.See More

JewelersSpecialty RetailHollandFamily-owned

Serving Holland for twenty-five years! Specializing in diamonds, custom jewelry, watches, gemstones, and estate jewelry. In-house jewelry repair and engraving. Appraisal services. Large selection of fossil and mineral specimens.

Specialty Retail

A specialty store that provides unmatched product knowledge and customer service to assist in the selection of quality athletic or casual footwear, apparel, and accessories.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand Rapids

Collection of restaurants, bars, and entertainment.

Computers, Web & TelecomSpecialty ServicesEastownUptown

City Innovation Labs builds and designs innovative software. Web, mobile, desktop and IoT - we build you the right product the first time.

Home Products & ServicesManufacturingHolland

A custom woodworking shop committed to the concept of build local, buy local. Using rescued and repurposed materials to create culinary products and handcrafted furniture, as well as your next project.

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.

Health & WellnessSpecialty RetailEastownUptownWoman-owned

Michigan’s first CBD boutique specializes in a wide variety of CBD products for humans and pets!

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.

Arts & EntertainmentFamily-owned

Celebration Cinema is a family owned and operated regional movie theatre circuit. It is comprised of ten multiplex theatres, IMAX Theatres, and a drive-in theatre located in Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Lansing, Benton Harbor, Portage, and Mount Pleasant. See our website for locations and showtimes!

Arts & EntertainmentEvent Planning & CateringHolland

Warehouse 6 is a beautifully converted warehouse that creates a unique venue for weddings, corporate events, benefits, reunions, and various private functions. Our space is filled with custom-built wooden tables by local craftsmen that create a unique environment for guests to socialize.

Restaurants, Food & Beverages

Nick Finks is a historic tavern located in Comstock Park just down the road from 5/3 Ballpark. Having undergone a fresh makeover, Finks retains its classic charm while displaying a new sheen and enthusiasm. Come experience our new menu with Monster Burritos and Finks Double Burgers featured as the classic tavern favorites. Live music every Saturday provides the entertainment, while GR’s most reasonably priced drinks raise the spirits. And by “spirits” we mean the literal thing - stay long and / or late enough and you may encounter one of our famous ghosts!

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

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandEmployee-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.

AutomotiveWyoming-KentwoodFamily-owned

We have been a family-owned and operated auto repair and maintenance service since 1976. We are a NAPA Autocare Center, AAA Approved service, and member of the Automotive Service Association. Our technicians are ASE Certified.

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-owned

A beloved nineteenth century mansion and grounds that have been converted into a totally unique special events venue. The space includes a beautiful gated lawn and historically appointed private banquet rooms. Wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and bridal showers are our specialty. Gilmore Catering services both social and corporate special events at Paddock Place as well, with a variety of private rooms to select from.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-owned

Rose’s transcendently combines many unique facets to create a richly complete dining experience. Whether it’s the storied history of the location, the beautiful lakeside location, the gorgeous enclosed patio, our fiercely loyal customers or the award quality food, Rose’s speaks to almost anyone on some emotional level. The menu draws its inspiration from a multitude of influences, including Mediterranean, Italian, and Casual American. The air of community and contentment abounds, as you’ll lazily gaze upon sail boats and picnickers in the park as you enjoy the best food and atmosphere Grand Rapids has to offer. Don’t miss out on the magic that is Rose’s.

Business ServicesMinority-owned

T. Lauchiè & Associates is a professional development firm that offers a unique menu of services tailored to meet individual needs and corporate goals that point toward success. With a cadre of training, instructional and coaching resources, we offer each client solutions to bridging the “success gap” between goals and accomplishment.

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.

JewelersRestaurants, Food & BeveragesSpecialty RetailZeelandFamily-ownedWoman-owned

We are an area fair trade coffee shop that sells fair and direct trade products as well as local pastries and sandwiches. We also offer a large selection of products from Better Way Imports, which sells goods made by women rescued from the sex trade.

Health & WellnessSalons & SpasSpecialty RetailUptownWealthy StreetFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Palace Flophouse is a unique blend of hair, music and style. We are a community focused and eco-friendly full service salon located in one of the most vibrant and exciting neighborhoods in the world.

Marketing, Advertising & PRLowellFamily-owned

We own eight local newspapers across West Michigan. We also have a complete full-service printing facility. No project is too small or too large for us.

Building Services & SuppliersCity of Grand Rapids

We provide roofing, siding, windows, doors, decks, and stone for the contractor community. We offer installation instructions, videos, and helpful information for homeowners to assist them in finding the right product and contractor for their job. Visit our website or our showroom.

Specialty RetailWestsideWoman-ownedStorefront

Established in 2011 and has been a cherished family tradition for generations.

Bisera Urdarevik, the founder, is a professionally trained pastry chef; however, her first experiences came from spending time in the kitchen as a child with her Mother and Grandmother preparing perfect peanuts for family and friends.

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.

Business ServicesHolland

Translation & interpretation Spanish<>English and private instruction in Spanish

AutomotiveCity of Grand Rapids

This annual opportunity features a collection of vehicles from major manufacturers. Special features include the Million Dollar Motorway of exotic new cars and the Gilmore Car Museum display.

Real Estate & Relocation

Title insurance, escrow services, residential and commercial real estate closings, 1031 Exchange closings. Local members of Grand Rapids Association of Realtors, Commercial Association of Realtors, and Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association.

Banking & Finance

Northern Initiatives is a Community Development Financial Institution that supports the launch and growth of small businesses providing them with capital and know how. Loans have ranged from $1,000 to $500,000.

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.

Family-owned

Commercial Real Estate Brokers

Pets & VeterinaryCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

City dog and people training. A Pleasant Dog helps dogs and their owners thrive in an urban environment through positive reinforcement training.

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.

Business ServicesCommunity OrganizationsSpecialty ServicesEastownUptownEmployee-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.

Salons & SpasFamily-owned

Full service salon and spa specializing in all hair, nail, skin, body, and makeup services.

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.

Health & WellnessManufacturingRestaurants, Food & BeveragesB CorpFamily-owned

We’re making the world’s best gluten-free snacks right here in Grand Rapids. Started by two brothers with celiac disease, The GFB is carried in thousands of stores across the country. We are also one of Michigan’s B Corporations.

Health & WellnessSpecialty ServicesWoman-owned

The Center for Oral Surgery and Dental Implants provides reliable and cost-effective dental health services in Grand Rapids and Rockford, Michigan. Their services range from dental implants and tooth extraction, to oral pathology and jaw surgery. They pride themselves on providing opioid-free pain management experience to their patients. Call 616-361-7327 for more details or to make an appointment.
See more: https://www.grandrapidsoralsurgery.com/

Arts & EntertainmentBusiness ServicesSpecialty Services

Escape rooms, event space, and facilitated team building with leadership coaches

Sports/Outdoor

Located off of 5 Mile, just east of the Beltline, Thousand Oaks features a golf course, event space for meetings, weddings and special events, dining options, and a golf academy.

Arts & EntertainmentBusiness ServicesMediaWestside

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.

Building Services & SuppliersHome Products & ServicesRockfordWoman-owned

Morris Builders, Inc. is a design and build remodeler since 1985. Building a reputation based on trust and integrity, we ensure precision, value, and positive experiences. We create space for your memories.

Specialty RetailSpecialty ServicesGrandvilleFamily-owned

Retail store featuring sewing machines, embroidery machines, and sergers. Wide array of embroidery supplies and sewing classes. We also repair most models of home sewing machines in a timely manner.

Woman-owned

We are more than a typical daycare; we are committed to providing the highest quality preschool experience for the children in our community. Our unique nurturing approach and highly trained faculty will give children the opportunity to develop into a joyful, confident learner who is prepared for success in school and in life. We offer child care from infants to pre-kindergarten children.See More

Building Services & SuppliersCity of Grand RapidsFamily-owned

Bishop Distributing provides industry leading brands and innovative new flooring solutions for retailers and commercial applications in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio.

Computers, Web & TelecomHome Products & ServicesSpecialty ServicesGreater Grand RapidsFamily-ownedAppointment OnlyOnline Purchasing

Streaming Installers helps you cut the high cost of cable TV with our concierge installation of streaming video. Making that switch can be complicated and time consuming, so we solve that by making it easy and fast for you. We demo products and services in your home so you can buy on the spot and start saving money immediately.See More

ManufacturingWest LeonardFamily-owned

A third-generation manufacturer of springs and other fabricated metal products serving the automotive, office furniture, appliance, and other industries with a focus on our triple-bottom line.

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.

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.

Farms & ProducersFloral & GardenFamily-ownedMinority-ownedAppointment Only

Your local worm farm producing the liveliest and freshest vermicompost (aka worm castings). An all natural soil amendment and fertilizer for plants. Packed with probiotics for plants. Unlike synthetic fertilizers, use a little and grow a lot! Craft blends of Living Soil and a curbside pickup service of food scrap.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEast Fulton

Always voted Grand Rapids Best Delicatessen. All salad, soups, breads are from scratch. Imported cheeses, pastrami, corned beef, roast beef made in house.

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.

Arts & EntertainmentCommunity OrganizationsKids & FamilyCascadeMinority-ownedVeteran-ownedOnline Purchasing

Wimage is a children's technology and entertainment media company that creates content to help educate and inspire kids through books, apps and interactive T.V. Wimage is responsible for the PBS kids hit show Wimee's Words featuring the lovable and friendly robot named Wimee.See More

GroceryHollandFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Live, learn, and be healthy; a retail health food store.

Specialty ServicesCity of Grand Rapids

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. A service of Community Media Center.

Floral & GardenHollandFamily-ownedOnline Gift CardsStorefront

Jonker’s Garden is a year-round garden center offering a huge variety of annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, tropical plants, and garden art in a unique indoor/outdoor setting, serviced by a staff with more than 350 years of combined gardening experience.

Business ServicesMarketing, Advertising & PRCity of Grand Rapids

We provide marketing strategy and marketing operations support.  This usually starts with an understanding of overall company goals to ensure that marketing teams are working on the right things.  Acting as an extension of a client’s marketing department (onsite or virtually), we help create systems, order and accountability.  With a focus on increasing sales and proving return on marketing investment, we’re determined to change marketing from overhead to value add.

Community OrganizationsMediaSpecialty ServicesUptownWealthy 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.

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 eighty years.See More

Business Services

Provides payroll service, human resource management, automated time and attendance, and flexible benefits administration to businesses of all sizes throughout West Michigan and beyond.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesEmployee-owned

Essence Restaurant Group creates extraordinary dining experiences with our family of concept restaurants known for exceptional service, knowledgeable associates, creative cuisine, and superior beverage.

AutomotiveHome Products & ServicesManufacturingCascadeB CorpFamily-owned

Leading provider of engineered plastics systems and components with a growing array of sustainability-focused products and services. Cascade Engineering is also one of Michigan’s B Corporations.

Kids & FamilyGrandvilleFamily-ownedWoman-owned

My Buddies Child Care is a small diverse childcare. We are a play-focused program capitalizing on each child's strengths and interests.See More

Business ServicesHealth & WellnessHome Products & 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.

Community Organizations

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.

Kids & FamilySpecialty Retail28th StreetCity of Grand RapidsGreater Grand RapidsHollandMuskegonWyoming-KentwoodFamily-ownedWoman-ownedAppointment OnlyCurbside Pick UpStorefront

School music specialists providing rent-to-own instruments for band and orchestra. We are the highest level of Yamaha dealer in the state of Michigan and provide only brand-name, teacher-preferred instruments and accessories. Our experienced repair technicians provide reliable repairs and our retail locations offer a variety of musical gifts, sheet music, keyboards, drum kits, and other accessories.

PhotographyMinority-ownedVeteran-owned

Photography, Dance Photography, Business Headshots, Commercial Photography, Wedding Photography, Senior Portraits, Family Portraits, Theatre PhotographySee More

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.

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!

Arts & EntertainmentCity of Grand Rapids

The Public Museum of Grand Rapids features many permanent exhibits, a working 1928 carousel, the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium, and major traveling exhibitions each year.

Farms & ProducersGroceryHealth & WellnessCascadeFamily-owned

Heffron Farms Markets, family owned for four generations offering a variety of naturally raised beef, pork, chicken, and turkey. Our markets offer local dairy products and other healthy natural products.

Food has come to be anonymous, mass produced and farm from anything that our ancestors grew up eating.  Heffron Farms strives to have buying quality meats a personal experience. Hormone free, flavorful meats with the original concept of nourishment from Heffron Farms.

Give the gift that keeps giving with Heffron Farms & Markets Gift Certificate.  Make your Holiday Special with prime cuts of meats from Heffron Farms & Markets. Taste the difference!

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.

Real Estate & Relocation

Ryan Ogle offers a unique approach to the real estate market using contemporary and innovative marketing strategies and a strong familiarity with the Grand Rapids neighborhoods. Whether you are planning to buy or sell, we can help!

Farms & ProducersGroceryRestaurants, Food & BeveragesWoman-owned

Cellar Door Preserves creates small batch artisan preserves from Michigan fruit that highlight the terroir of the upper Midwest.

JewelersEast HillsUptownFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Celebrate with something special from Metal Art Studio Fine Jewelry; an eclectic store offering custom design and expert repair from our in-house jewelers and designer jewelry from around the world.See More

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

Gettin’ Fresh provides complete catering services including Buffet Style Catering, Corporate Delivery, Food Truck Catering, and Event Planning. Our handcrafted menu items consist of fresh ingredients and provide options for everyone - including vegetarians and vegans.

Specialty RetailCity of Grand RapidsWoman-ownedStorefront

Gift gallery/boutique featuring work by local artists, fashion accessories, jewelry, home decor, children's and more.See More

Banking & FinanceHudsonville

Community banking since 1976. We are a full-service bank with everything from personal to business banking, mortgages, wealth management, and trust services. Bank local, where relationships matter.

Building Services & SuppliersUptownWealthy StreetB CorpEmployee-owned

Bazzani have a strong reputation for high-performance design and construction services within diverse, urban environments. Guided by the Triple Bottom Line philosophy, the Bazzani team will meet your needs using creative construction technology and innovative building solutions. Bazzani is also one of Michigan’s B Corporations.
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Specialty RetailHollandFamily-owned

John Silva and Son. Custom jewelry design and repair. Diamonds, colored gemstones, fossils, and exotic gifts. We offer same-day repair service, done in-house. We also buy gold and silver and sell gold and bullion, and we offer laser eyeglass repair. You can find us on Yelp.

Community OrganizationsCity of Grand RapidsWoman-owned

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

Health & WellnessMonroe

We offer holistic, yet evidence-based outpatient services for individuals who are struggling with their mental or emotional health. Along with experienced counseling services, we provide our clients with free use of our fitness center and “prescribe” exercise to our clients.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHolland

Wine Spectator’s “Best of the Best” rating: 700 wines, 200 beers, innovative cuisine, fine dining restaurant, elegant banquet room, lively pub and cocktail lounge, summer terrace, knowledgeable servers, and Butch.

Sports/Outdoor

The country club in Grandville offers a golf course, pool facilities, event space for weddings and business meetings, a restaurant, and more.

Specialty RetailHollandFamily-ownedWoman-owned

We are a local family-owned business located in the beautiful Downtown Holland. We offer gifts for yourself or someone special of all ages.

Specialty RetailCity of Grand RapidsHeartsideEmployee-ownedFamily-ownedLGBTQ+ OwnedWoman-owned

Hippie, bohemian, local handmade gift shop.See More

Home Products & ServicesJewelersSpecialty RetailZeelandB CorpFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Our mission is simple: To provide freedom to women around the world. We do this by helping to market their products, which provides them work, and that’s where you come in. Our products help provide women around the world a chance to have a life outside of selling their bodies for survival. Better Way Designs is also one of Michigan’s B Corporations.

Business ServicesCity of Grand RapidsMinority-ownedAppointment Only

We help those who are currently having challenges with their job search and career progression. See More

GroceryFamily-owned

Michigan-based family-owned-and-operated grocery and general merchandise supercenter retailer operating 213 stores throughout Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesHollandFamily-owned

Family restaurant specializing in breakfast and lunch.

Business ServicesAdaFamily-ownedVeteran-owned

DentaChoice is a state-of-the-art mobile dental service company specializing in onsite handpiece repairs and equipment sales/service; providing faster repairs, quality products, and personalized superior service at competitive prices.

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.

Restaurants, Food & BeveragesFamily-ownedWoman-owned

Connie’s Cakes makes the world a happier place, one cake at a time. We create cakes for everything from birthdays to graduations to weddings. We also have a bakery case in our Eastown location featuring delicious cupcakes. Gluten free and vegan cakes available with advanced notice.

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.

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & Beverages

Founded in 1989, Applause is a full-service catering and event design company with an unrivaled list of services from At Home Catering to Weddings, Corporate Events, Event Design, and Barbeque Boys. Applause has been voted Best Caterer by Grand Rapids Magazine since 2003.

Business ServicesEmployee-owned

Axios human resources services division is here to help you create a positive work experience for your employees by attracting and retaining people with the support of a smooth-running human resource team.

Event Planning & CateringRestaurants, Food & BeveragesMichigan StreetMinority-owned

As a full service company, we not only meet but exceed all expectations; from the planning to the pouring and the staging to the serving. With each plate set and every glass poured, our professionally trained staff provides unsurpassed service.