Join us for a morning beverage at Louise Earl Butcher to network with your fellow Local First member businesses. The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to connect with member businesses, hear about our upcoming programs, and learn how to build an economy that puts people first. We host them monthly with […]
Prioritizing wellness and health is more important now than ever before and it's essential for businesses of all sizes to support their staff, from the front lines to the C Suite. However, we know that many small businesses are faced with cost and awareness related issues surrounding wellness and resources available for themselves and their […]
Each April, during Financial Literacy Month, the Good For Michigan and Local First programs shine a light on how our financial systems go beyond banking. Follow along to learn how your local bank account can have BIG impact! Not banking locally yet? Learn how you can move your money at https://peoplefirsteconomy.org/move-your-money/. Move Your Money is powered by Lake […]
The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to connect with member businesses, hear about our upcoming programs, and learn how to build an economy that puts people first. We host them monthly with the support of Bloom Credit Union. Host highlight: Academy Wealth Management provides evidence-based financial planning for dual career couples and business owners. […]
Want to learn the ins and outs of becoming mortgage ready and a homeowner? Interested in learning about upcoming homeownership opportunities? Join us at our LMCU Homeownership Workshop Monday, April 24th 6PM, at the LINC UP Gallery!
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New 100% FREE Event! Join us for an hour dedicated to you on April 27th at 6:00 PM! We will be at Beer City Bread Company off the Beltline & 28th Street. You will hear four local experts educate you on how you can Live Well to 100. We want to help you maximize your […]
Register to attend the free Small Business Resource Fair in Grand Rapids. We’re bringing you the resources you need to start or scale your business – all in one place! Date: Thursday, May 4, 2023, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Center for Community Transformation, 1530 Madison Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Join us to meet and greet the Michigan artists for their opening night of our latest art exhibition, ILL-NATURED: Nature's Poisonous Beauties & Venomous Beasts! First Friday Art Opening Friday, May 5th 6 to 8pm Meet the artists Open to the public, family Friendly Ongoing Exhibition The art from this group show will be on exhibit until July […]
This year, Bloom Credit Union, Grow and the People First Economy’s Local First program are partnering for two of Local First’s regular Coffee Hour events, powered by Bloom Credit Union. Our Coffee Hour events will now offer an opportunity for businesses participating in services from both Grow and Local First to mix during the months of May and […]
Who can resist delicious donuts, hot coffee, and good company? That's right, we've expanded our D&D meetups to accommodate those early risers! You know who you are. Join a growing community of West Michigan-based marketers, artists, freelancers, and communications professionals. Collaborate, network, and exchange ideas and career possibilities. Mingle and discuss strategy, design, freelancing, sales, and all […]
Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route. It spans the neighborhoods of downtown Grand Rapids including Heartside, the Hotel District, Studio Park, and North Monroe. Each month over 25 participating venues will host special 3rd Thursday-only art […]