Orange You Glad it’s March?

When the calendar flipped to March, West Michigan got moving. Across the area, businesses, organizations and even schools dusted off their best orange décor and outfits. United in their passion for community, each advocate had to decide one thing: how will they Go Orange this month?  Why Orange?   Orange is the color that represents childhood […]

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Partnering for Community: West Michigan Food Insecurity Resources

Food insecurity is a complex, unacceptable reality for too many. We can do more about it when we work together.  Kids’ Food Basket is focused on increasing healthy food access for kids by distributing to schools and community organizations. This means that we are a consistent source of nutrition for thousands of West Michigan kids […]

Winter Oasis: Inside the Kent County Greenhouse

As the farm at Kids’ Food Basket – Kent County rests under a tranquil blanket of snow, the nearby greenhouse buzzes with energy and life.  Inside, the hum of fans harmonizes with the trickle of nutrient-rich water coursing through the hydroponics system. Tomatoes and cucumbers hang in the heart of the greenhouse, creating a tunnel […]

A Tribute to Black History Month

As we celebrate Black History Month, we take a moment to honor the incredible contributions and achievements of the Black community throughout history. This month serves as a reminder of the resilience, strength and brilliance that have shaped our world in countless ways. Black history is woven into the fabric of our society, with trailblazers […]