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  • Posted on June 06, 2011

    Michigan Tax Credit Sunsets in 2012

    In early May, the Michigan Legislature passed the governor's tax reform package in a close vote, with Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley casting the tie-breaking vote in the Senate. This bill eliminates Michigan’s three charitable…
  • Posted on June 06, 2011

    Street Work Around GRCF

    Expect Delays. As road construction season begins in Michigan, Grand Rapids Community Foundation will also be experiencing its own street improvements. Overall, new water mains, storm sewers, street lighting, brick pavers, landscaping, bike loops…
  • Posted on May 25, 2011

    May is Leave a Legacy Month

    Governor Rick Snyder proclaimed May 2011 as Leave A Legacy Month in the State of Michigan. “Leave A Legacy” is a public awareness campaign that encourages citizens to make a charitable contribution to make…
  • Posted on May 06, 2011

    Encore Team Grants Available Again

    Grand Rapids Community Foundation is seeking proposals from Kent County organizations interested in launching Encore Project Teams – cadres of volunteers age 50+ who come together to address an important organizational need – and…
  • Posted on May 05, 2011

    Foundation is Named Best and Brightest Elite Winner

    For the eighth consecutive year, Grand Rapids Community Foundation has been named one of “West Michigan’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For” by the Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA). This annual…
  • Posted on May 05, 2011

    Community Foundation Announces $253,350 in Education Grants

    2011 Meijer Good Schools revealed and Good Classroom winners recognized Grand Rapids, Mich., May 4, 2011 – Three Grand Rapids Public elementary schools received $120,000 in total grants from the Meijer Good Schools for…
  • Posted on May 04, 2011

    Foundation Brings Home Silver and Gold at PRoof Awards

    Grand Rapids Community Foundation won three silver and two gold awards at the West Michigan Public Relations Society of America’s PRoof awards on April 28, 2011. The Community Foundation also celebrated the award for…
  • Posted on April 29, 2011

    Standing Tall Against Racism!

    Today our staff is standing tall against racism. Joining forces with the local and national YWCA and many others, we are making this day an important day for all of us to take a stand!At…
  • Posted on April 14, 2011

    Community Foundation Awards $375,000 in New Grants

    In 1940, Grand Rapids Community Foundation made its first grant to a fledgling art school in Grand Rapids. It was followed by subsequent grants of $100 each in 1941 for the Kendall Memorial School…