The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Grand Rapids

MISSION:

TO SPREAD THE GOSPEL TO OTHERS BOTH LOCALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY BY USING CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS AND OTHER FINANCIAL RESOURCES TO FUND HUMANITARIAN PROJECTS.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE HOPE THROUGH LOW COST OR FREE MEDICAL CARE AND BASIC LIFE-SKILLS EDUCATION TO THE ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED AND UNINSURED IN THE WEST SIDE OF GRAND RAPIDS IN JESUS NAME.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

A GLIMPSE OF AFRICA MISSION IS TO ENSURE THE AFRICAN IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES ARE VISIBLE, THROUGH ADVOCACY, CREATING A SENSE OF BELONGING, BREAKING LANGUAGE, CULTURAL AND SYSTEMIC BARRIERS.

MISSION:

TO DEMONSTRATE THE LOVE OF JESUS CHRIST FOR DISPLACED CHILDREN BY PROVIDING SAFE AND COMPASSIONATE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT EXCHANGE CHAOS AND LOSS FOR PEACE AND OPPORTUNITY.

MISSION:

MICHAEL SADLER FOUNDATION INSPIRES AND EMPOWERS STUDENTS TO REALIZE THEIR INDIVIDUAL POTENTIAL WITH STRONG CHARACTER THROUGH COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is the fund-raising entity for a single institution within the Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief major group area.

MISSION:

ESTABLISHING CONNECTIONS ENRICHING LIVES, MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE ASIAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY IN WEST MICHIGAN.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate learned societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Environment major group area.

MISSION:

BASE CAMP EXISTS TO EQUIP INNER CITY YOUTH WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS TO MAKE POSITIVE LIFE CHOICES AND DISCOVER CAREER PATHS THROUGH A CARING COMMUNITY OF BUSINESSES, CHURCHES AND VOLUNTEERS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

MISSION:

TO RAISE FUNDS TO EDUCATE AND PROMOTE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION AND PROTECT THE FREEDOM TO HUNT.

MISSION:

PROMOTES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE, COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES AMONG THE YOUTH OF WEST MICHIGAN, ENHANCING THEIR LIVES THROUGH HOCKEY AND ICE-RELATED SPORTS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide advice and guidance for people who need assistance in obtaining credit, obtaining or correcting information in their credit records, reducing their debt burden or managing their financial resources more effectively.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to help youngsters develop their potential and grow into healthy, educated, responsible and productive adults.

MISSION:

THE BLACK IMPACT COLLABORATIVE IS A GROUP OF ORGANIZATIONS FORMED TO IDENTIFY AND ILLUMINATE THE NEEDS OF BLACK PEOPLE IN GREATER GRAND RAPIDS IN LIGHT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND BEYOND.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to offer new or second-hand furniture, appliances, clothing, toys and other material goods at lower than retail prices, and which often use the proceeds from sales to support other services to the community. Thrift shops accept direct donations from the public of new and reusable goods.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to develop, maintain and make available to the general public recreational areas which are equipped with athletic fields and courts, campgrounds, picnic areas and a variety of recreational trails such as bridle trails, hiking trails, off-the-road vehicle trails and snowmobile trails.