A Focus On Parenting

Stuart Ray, Mindy Ysasi, Mike Kerkorian, Ellen Carpenter from Grand Rapids' Nonprofits

Jumping Ship: Former Corporate Leaders Tell All

Melinda Clynes Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Join Michigan Nightlight this month in Detroit and Grand Rapids for a special speakers series event, Jumping Ship: Leaders Who Left the Corporate Sector for the Social Sector.

NURSE LISA WHITENER WITH BRITTNEY HARVEY

Transforming the Lives of First-Time Moms

Allie Semperger Friday, April 18, 2014

Vulnerable first-time mothers are raising healthy kids with the help of visiting nurses in Detroit.

The Fine Art of Parenting

Kelle Barr Saturday, March 15, 2014

Hardest job in the world? You betcha. Parenting Communities in Leelanau County helps with the challenges of parenting young children and preparing them for school success.

The Common Bond of Fatherhood

Kelle Barr Sunday, February 09, 2014

Grand Rapids’ dads, both new and seasoned, come together for learning and encouragement with the Proud Fathers Program.

Yvonne Davis

Noelle Lothamer Saturday, December 07, 2013

Yvonne Davis retired in 2008 from a career as an elementary teacher and educational administrator, but rejoined the workforce in 2010 with Lift Up Through Literacy, a program of Kalamazoo Public Schools. Since she has always had a focus on family, she considers her executive directorship a dream job, allowing her to connect with parents and children through the program.

Ann Kalass

Melinda Clynes Saturday, October 26, 2013

When Ann Kalass, chief executive officer of Starfish Family Services in Inkster, was growing up, she realized early on that not all children had the same opportunities as she did. Today, she’s driven to make sure vulnerable kids get the education they need to start off life with a strong footing.

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Raising Kids in Detroit

Nina Misuraca Ignaczak Wednesday, July 23, 2014

It's no secret that young professionals have gravitated to Detroit's urban center in recent years, but what happens when they start having kids? Nina Misuraca Ignaczak spoke with some families who have made the commitment to stay and raise their kids in the city.

Finding the Balance Between an Asian and American Identity

Dennis Archambault Monday, March 24, 2014

No matter how loving the home, Asian adoptees often struggle with identity. The impacts of race and culture don't diminish with assimilation. Mam Non is a support program that helps adopted children and their parents bridge the gap between their Asian and American identities.