Events

Join us for a special Lunch & Learn to explore Habitat Kent’s Imagine Campaign, our most ambitious effort yet to address the critical need for affordable housing in Grand Rapids. Over the next three years, we’re partnering with families, for-profit developers, third-party lenders, and community members to create 100 new homeownership opportunities and engaging 450 residents in neighborhood revitalization efforts. Enjoy […]

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 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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us for a special Lunch & Learn to explore Habitat Kent’s Imagine Campaign, our most ambitious effort yet to address the critical need for affordable housing in Grand Rapids. Over the next three years, we’re partnering with families, for-profit developers, third-party lenders, and community members to create 100 new homeownership opportunities and engaging 450 residents in neighborhood revitalization efforts. Enjoy […]