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Baxter United Community Meeting

Baxter Community Center 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, United States

Baxter United Community Meetings are open to Baxter residents and local businesses and organizations. These meetings are an opportunity for residents to meet others in the community who are looking for ways to be involved in the neighborhood. Meetings take place bi-weekly from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Baxter Community Center. For more information, […]

Homeownership Program Info Session

Habitat Kent 425 Pleasant St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Learn about our Affordable Homeownership Program, hear from one of our partner lenders, ChoiceOne Bank, about how to qualify and apply for a mortgage, and sign up for free financial coaching to help you get mortgage-ready. Registration is required by April 14. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

BLBC: Community Assets

106 Gallery 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Building Leaders, Building Communities (BLBC) is a leadership program facilitated by local community members. It aims to enhance the leadership skills of residents, advocates, and leaders at all levels for effective community action and personal development. By the end of the program, participants and facilitators will gain a deeper understanding of leadership, teamwork, and the […]

Women of Habitat Kent Habi Hour with Chef Jenna

Williams Studio 3850 29th St SE, Grand Rapids, United States

Join us for a one-of-a-kind Habi Hour featuring the incredible Chef Jenna Arcidiacono of Amore Trattoria Italiana! Gather in the beautiful Williams Studio to enjoy delicious drinks, appetizers, and desserts while connecting with other women who are passionate about making a difference in affordable housing. Plus, there will be prizes! Register here! (Please note that clicking this link will bring you […]

Introduction to Homeownership Class 1 of 2

Habitat Kent 425 Pleasant St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Learn about fair housing and fair lending, budgeting, credit, and more! This HUD-certified class is a prerequisite to apply for Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance.  This is a 6-hour course that is split into two, 3-hour classes:  Class #1: Tuesday, April 22 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Class #2: Thursday, April […]

BLBC: Forming Teams for Community Change

106 Gallery 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Building Leaders, Building Communities (BLBC) is a leadership program facilitated by local community members. It aims to enhance the leadership skills of residents, advocates, and leaders at all levels for effective community action and personal development. By the end of the program, participants and facilitators will gain a deeper understanding of leadership, teamwork, and the […]

Introduction to Homeownership Class 2 of 2

Habitat Kent 425 Pleasant St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Learn about fair housing and fair lending, budgeting, credit, and more! This HUD-certified class is a prerequisite to applying for Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance.  This is a 6-hour course that is split into two, 3-hour classes:  Class #1: Tuesday, April 22 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Class #2: Thursday, April […]

Baxter United Community Meeting

Baxter Community Center 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, United States

Baxter United Community Meetings are open to Baxter residents and local businesses and organizations. These meetings are an opportunity for residents to meet others in the community who are looking for ways to be involved in the neighborhood. Meetings take place bi-weekly from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Baxter Community Center. For more information, […]

BLBC: Telling our Story with Data

106 Gallery 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Building Leaders, Building Communities (BLBC) is a leadership program facilitated by local community members. It aims to enhance the leadership skills of residents, advocates, and leaders at all levels for effective community action and personal development. By the end of the program, participants and facilitators will gain a deeper understanding of leadership, teamwork, and the […]

Money Smart Class 1 of 4: Morning Series

Baxter Community Center 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, United States

Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday morning. Light refreshments provided. Attendance at all four classes is required.  Course dates –  Tuesday:  May 6: Banking Basics  May 13: Budgeting and Savings May 20: Understanding Credit May 27: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one […]

Money Smart Class 1 of 4: Evening Series

Baxter Community Center 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, United States

Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday evening. Light dinner provided. Attendance at all four classes is required.  Course dates –  Tuesday:  May 6: Banking Basics  May 13: Budgeting and Savings May 20: Understanding Credit May 27: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one […]

BLBC: Choosing & Defining our Issues

106 Gallery 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Building Leaders, Building Communities (BLBC) is a leadership program facilitated by local community members. It aims to enhance the leadership skills of residents, advocates, and leaders at all levels for effective community action and personal development. By the end of the program, participants and facilitators will gain a deeper understanding of leadership, teamwork, and the […]