Friends of Grand Rapids Parks

First Steps Kent is an independent nonprofit organization based in Grand Rapids, MI. Their primary focus is on building a strong early childhood system in Kent County, working closely with parents, service providers, funders, advocates, and stakeholders. One of their key initiatives is the Ready by Five Early Childhood Millage, which aims to enhance the health, school readiness, and overall well-being of young children in the community. First Steps Kent is dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion to ensure that every child in Kent County has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. By investing in early childhood, First Steps Kent believes in creating a more prosperous and fair society. They emphasize the importance of prevention and early intervention, highlighting that addressing issues in the early stages is more effective and cost-efficient in the long run. Generated from the website content

Kennari Consulting, based in Grand Rapids, MI, specializes in empowering nonprofits through a comprehensive suite of services that includes annual giving, board development, and fundraising strategy. With over fourteen years of experience, they focus on cultivating meaningful donor relationships and enhancing the internal capacity of organizations to create impact within their communities. Emphasizing a collaborative approach, Kennari Consulting acts as a partner to nonprofits, guiding them in donor engagement and fundraising tactics tailored to their unique missions. Their commitment to education is reflected in their name, as "Kennari" translates to "teacher" in Icelandic, indicating their goal of building a knowledgeable and passionate team of advocates for clients' causes. Generated from the website