PFE Blog

West Michigan community supported agriculture (CSAs) groups got a boost from the U.S. Department of Agriculture recently via a two-year $94,000 grant to Local First Educational Foundation, the West Michigan Growers Group (WMGG) and Michigan State University…

As an out-of-state-Grand-Rapids-college-immigrant, it has taken me a little while to uncover the business gems hidden around the city. I have made a lot of wrong turns while trying to figure out this city’s crazy…

Growing up, Johannah Jelks didn’t picture herself as a prominent investor in the Grand Rapids community. The Beer City native was sure she was Chicago-bound. But as her passions and talents developed, she found herself…

Thanksgiving weekend offers a time to reflect on our blessings, spend time with family and friends, celebrate old and new traditions, and of course, start holiday shopping. Hopefully you had a chance to support local…

How many people can identify your voice on the phone without hearing your name? (more…)

A retailer, manufacturer and a nonprofit were recently honored for their work bringing social and environmental change to West Michigan. (more…)

When Sheryll Hoekstra opened the doors of Readers’ World, 194 S. River Ave., a half hour early Saturday morning, Nov. 29, people were waiting to get inside. (more…)

Beth Dornan is taking a different approach to her holiday shopping this year. (more…)

Meet Melissa. (more…)

The aftermath of Thanksgiving brings some great once-a-year experiences. Leftover turkey sandwiches, family game nights, and, of course, Small Business Saturday. (more…)