KidSpeak® KidSpeak® is a free annual forum. It's facilitated by the Mayor’s Youth Council, managed by Our Community’s Children.
LEAD Program The Leadership, Employment, Achievement and Direction (LEAD) Program is seeking 15 to 24-year-old Grand Rapids residents. This unique program includes training in civic engagement, leadership and employment skills.
Housing NOW! We're working on ways to make sure everyone has access to healthy and safe housing. Check out what we've been working on.
Homebuyer Assistance Fund Community Development program to help first time homebuyers with downpayment and closing cost assistance.
Grand Rapids - What Works Cities Mayor Rosalynn Bliss announced that Grand Rapids has been selected as one of five new cities to participate in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ national What Work Cities initiative. Grand Rapids is the 1st City in Michigan to be chosen to participate in this initiative.
Neighborhood Match Fund (NMF) Community focused projects may be eligible for a small match loan through this program. Check your eligibility and apply here.
Vital Streets Program: Improving Transportation We're improving our transportation network through the Vital Streets Initiative. In this site you can see our progress, where we are making improvements, and how the program works.
OurCity Academy Learn how to successfully navigate the Grand Rapids community. Sign up for this workshop series.
