SERC, or the School Emergency Response Coalition, works to provide AED devices to schools. They also train individuals to use the machines properly. Think of the lives they have (and will) saved! It was pretty great to be able to donate $500 to this group at our most...

We were able to donate $500 today to IM Kids 3rd Meal. This organization runs on volunteers and donations to provide food for kids who need some support outside of school. Sack lunches are packed and the schools pick them up for students. If you want to volunteer,...

Alexis Thane of R.A.V.E. (Relief After Violent Encounter) was also able to attend our meeting today and receive a check for $250 to support their programs. R.A.V.E. works with women, children, and even men who have experienced abuse. They operate a shelter which...

Ken Baker of Soaring Above Teen Center told us about various programs that are running at the center. For example, there is help for homework, meals are provided, and they even have a closet of new clothes that students can shop in to have gifts for family members and...

Brenda King-Gibson came to the meeting this morning to tell us about the work that Blue Star Mothers do. The local chapter (Ionia-Kent-Montcalm Counties) was founded in 2012 and quickly undertook the Treasures for Troops program. The first year, they sent out over 50...

Almost 20 local teachers were chosen (Jefferson Elementary teachers are pictured here) to get a check to help them buy classroom supplies at the start of the school year. We chose elementary age classrooms, and it was fun to go deliver the checks!

We also donated $500 to IM Safe CAC. This organization does wonderful things to help children who have suffered abuse and need advocates. Lori Kirkhoff was there to represent IM Safe CAC.

We donated $500 the VFW. Fred Bishop, Kevin Defrates, and Jim Hoover work hard to support local veterans, and we were thrilled to be able to support them.