Publications

• Posted on February 20, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Kent County’s First-ever survey of African Americans reveals philanthropy and volunteering attitudes

  A recent survey commissioned by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation and conducted by the Community Research Institute at Grand Valley State University (CRI) revealed that African Americans are generous and give both time and financial…

• Posted on February 20, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Has New Board Leadership, Trustee

  The Grand Rapids (Michigan) Community Foundation Board of Trustees recently underwent a change in leadership and membership. Margaret Sellers Walker was elected chair of the 12-member board succeeding Richard (Dick) Haslinger who completed his term…

• Posted on January 01, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Awards Nearly Half a Million in Grants

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids (Michigan) Community Foundation recently approved $490,906 in grants to address a variety of issues in our community. The grants include:Genesis Non-profit Housing Corporation currently operates Heron Woods,…

• Posted on December 13, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Post-Katrina: Expect a Small Dip in Local Giving

  Kent County nonprofits should expect only a tiny decrease in donations as the year ends. A recent survey conducted by the Community Research Institute (CRI) at the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand…

• Posted on October 26, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Four New Community Foundation Grants

  October 26, 2005 - The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation recently approved the following grants to four area nonprofits. $30,000 to Degage Ministries for The Open Door. This seven day a…

• Posted on October 07, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Offers $1 million in Grants for Older Adults

  The Grand Rapids Community Foundation announced today that over the next two years it is offering $1 million in grant funding to nonprofits serving older adults. Within that $1 million, $250,000 will be set aside…

• Posted on October 06, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  David G. Frey Receives Grand Rapids Community Foundation Honor for Service to Foundation and Community

  Community leader, banker and philanthropist David G. Frey is the recipient of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Jack Chaille Award for 2005. The award will be given to Frey at the Community Foundation's annual donor…

• Posted on September 30, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Katrina Relief Act Provides Temporary Tax Incentives to Donors

  Congress Passes Hurricane Katrina Tax Relief Bill - Major Implications for Charitable Giving On Friday, September 23, President George W. Bush signed the Hurricane Katrina Tax Relief Act of 2005. While the majority of the…

• Posted on September 15, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Journalist and Author Abigail Trafford speaks at Forum on thriving in the Bonus Decades

  Nationally recognized author Abigail Trafford will address an upcoming forum cosponsored by the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (AAAWM) and Advocates for Senior Issues. The forum takes place…

• Posted on September 14, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  12 Funded Projects and Major Trail Campaign Announced

  The West Michigan Trails/Greenway Coalition (WMT/GC) members and six West Michigan community foundations are set to gather on Friday, September 23 at 2 p.m. at Millennium Park in Grand Rapids for two announcements and a…

• Posted on September 08, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Seven Community Foundation Grants Make Greater Grand Rapids Greater

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation recently approved the following grants. Grand Rapids Civic Theatre received $200,000 for its capital campaign to improve the accessibility, safety and aesthetics of its buildings.…

• Posted on June 20, 2005 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Foundation grants worth $130,000 help promote access and support vocal music

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation recently approved the following grants: Disability Advocates of Kent County, was given a grant of $100,000 to launch ZeroStep, which will create a comprehensive resource…