Blog categorized as Community Involvement

How to Support Black-Owned Businesses
Celebrate Black History Month by making impactful changes. From mindful shopping to fostering an inclusive environment in your workplace, learn how to contribute to promoting Black-owned businesses.
February 14, 2024 08:00 AM - Comment(s)
The Impact of Black-Owned Businesses
Happy Black History Month! One way we’re celebrating this month and beyond is by supporting fellow Black-owned businesses. Here are some of the many compelling reasons why you should join us and seek them out.
February 22, 2021 07:31 PM - Comment(s)
2017 Local First Street Party

We did!


This has become one of my favorite summer events. After hearing more and more about Local First's "Good for Grand Rapids" campaign, I wanted to take a different look at it this year. Instead of attending solely as a community member looking for ...

June 30, 2017 09:15 AM - Comment(s)

As 2016 comes to an end, we wanted to take a moment and look back, as we do every year. This year we celebrated our three-year anniversary! Over the last three years, we have been able to assist new businesses get started, help clients expand and grow their businesses & further our involvement w...

December 21, 2016 10:02 AM - Comment(s)

On this #GivingTuesday, I wanted to take a moment to reflect and share some of my thoughts on community involvement. I am incredibly open to sharing my talents, resources and energy. I enjoy being able to give of myself to help benefit causes and organizations that I care about. Whether it is throu...

November 29, 2016 11:28 PM - Comment(s)

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