2008 Grants — Enhancing the Lives of Children and Their Families
The following is a list of all grants awarded in the last calendar year. In addition, archived grant lists are available at the bottom of the page.
Asthma Network of West Michigan - $10,000
www.asthmanetworkwm.orgSupport for young patients and their families to effectively control their asthma through comprehensive, holistic strategies.
Children's Assessment Center - $3,500
www.cac-kent.orgSupport for the production of a video designed to stimulate development activity in an effort to strengthen organizational sustainability.
Grand Rapids Community Foundation - $75,700
www.grfoundation.orgSupport for an initiative to encourage improved urban education.
Newaygo County Community Services - $120,000
www.campnewaygo.orgSupport for a capital campaign to expand and winterize Lang Lodge at Camp Newaygo.
Petoskey Montessori Children's House - $2,200
www.petoskeymontessori.orgSupport for increased quality in center-based childcare in Northern Michigan.
South End Community Outreach Ministries - $4,000
www.secomministries.orgSupport for the 'Infant Pantry Program' that offers child care while parents shop for nutritional items for their family and participate in nutrition education.
Wedgwood Christian Services - $425,000
www.wedgwood.orgSupport for the 'Building Hope for Children' campaign to consolidate all Wedgwood services on their main campus.