Money Smart Class 2 of 4: Evening Series
2025-05-13 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Detroit) | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday evening. Light dinner provided.
Attendance at all four classes is required.
Course dates – Tuesday:

May 6: Banking Basics
May 13: Budgeting and Savings
May 20: Understanding Credit
May 27: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one with a Mercantile staff member

Registration is required.
Can’t make it in the evening? Join the morning series from 10:00 – 12:00!

BLBC: Understanding the Systems of Power
2025-05-14 17:30 - 19:30 | 106 Gallery, 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States
Building Leaders, Building Communities (BLBC) is a leadership program facilitated by local community members. It aims to enhance the leadership skills of residents, advocates, and leaders at all levels for effective community action and personal development. By the end of the program, participants and facilitators will gain a deeper understanding of leadership, teamwork, and the tools necessary for community engagement.
Details:

Date: Wednesdays (March 12 – May 21)
5:30 pm to 6:00 pm – Dinner, networking, and speaker
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm – Workshop

Imagine Campaign Lunch & Learn: Option 2 of 3
2025-05-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us for a special Lunch & Learn to explore Habitat Kent’s Imagine Campaign, our most ambitious effort yet to address the critical need for affordable housing in Grand Rapids.
Over the next three years, we’re partnering with families, for-profit developers, third-party lenders, and community members to create 100 new homeownership opportunities and engaging 450 residents in neighborhood revitalization efforts.
Enjoy a complimentary lunch, connect with fellow housing advocates, and take a brief walking tour of one of our exciting new developments. Don’t miss this chance to see firsthand how we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community — together!
When: Thursday, May 15, 2025

Doors open at 11:30 am
Presentation begins promptly at 12 pm followed by a walking tour
Event concludes at 1 pm

Where: Habitat Kent’s Office (425 Pleasant St SW, 49503)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: CLICK HERE to register by May 12

Can’t make May 15? Join us on one of our other two dates:

Thursday, April 24, 11:30 – 1 pm
Thursday, June 12, 11:30 – 1 pm

Women Build
2025-05-16 09:00 - 16:00 | TBD
Join the Women of Habitat Kent for a day of service on a Habitat construction site as we build a home! No experience, tools, or skills are necessary to participate – we will show you how! Construction tasks may include deconstruction, framing, painting, trim carpentry, exterior trim, siding, final details, & landscaping.
Register here! (Please note that clicking this link will bring you to another page)
Thank you to Allegiant Wealth Strategies for sponsoring this event.

Money Smart Class 3 of 4: Morning Series
2025-05-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday morning. Light refreshments provided.
Attendance at all four classes is required.
Course dates – Tuesday:

May 6: Banking Basics
May 13: Budgeting and Savings
May 20: Understanding Credit
May 27: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one with a Mercantile staff member

Registration is required.
Can’t make it in the morning? Join the evening series from 5:30 – 7:30!

Money Smart Class 3 of 4: Evening Series
2025-05-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

BLBC: Building Your Community Change Plan
2025-05-21 17:30 - 18:30 | 106 Gallery, 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States

Money Smart Class 4 of 4: Morning Series
2025-05-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday morning. Light refreshments provided.
Attendance at all four classes is required.
Course dates – Tuesday:

May 6: Banking Basics
May 13: Budgeting and Savings
May 20: Understanding Credit
May 27: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one with a Mercantile staff member

Registration is required
Can’t make it in the morning? Join the evening series from 5:30 – 7:30!

Baxter United Community Meeting
2025-05-27 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-22 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-05 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-08-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-09-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Baxter United Community Meetings are open to Baxter residents and local businesses and organizations. These meetings are an opportunity for residents to meet others in the community who are looking for ways to be involved in the neighborhood.
Meetings take place bi-weekly from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Baxter Community Center.
For more information, contact baxterunited.gr@gmail.com

Money Smart Class 4 of 4: Evening Series
2025-05-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Imagine Campaign Lunch & Learn: Option 3 of 3
2025-06-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Join us for a special Lunch & Learn to explore Habitat Kent’s Imagine Campaign, our most ambitious effort yet to address the critical need for affordable housing in Grand Rapids.
Over the next three years, we’re partnering with families, for-profit developers, third-party lenders, and community members to create 100 new homeownership opportunities and engaging 450 residents in neighborhood revitalization efforts.
Enjoy a complimentary lunch, connect with fellow housing advocates, and take a brief walking tour of one of our exciting new developments. Don’t miss this chance to see firsthand how we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community — together!
When: Thursday, June 12, 2025

Doors open at 11:30 am
Presentation begins promptly at 12 pm followed by a walking tour
Event concludes at 1 pm

Where: Habitat Kent’s Office (425 Pleasant St SW, 49503)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: CLICK HERE to register by June 9

Can’t make June 12? Join us on one of our other two dates:

Thursday, April 24, 11:30 am – 1 pm
Thursday, May 15, 11:30 am – 1 pm

Women of Habitat Kent Trolley Tour
2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 | TBD
Join the Women of Habitat Kent for a networking reception before hopping on the trolley to tour significant Habitat Kent sites and hear impactful stories of homeownership. More details will be provided closer to the event date.

Women of Habitat Kent Habi Hour
2025-07-10 16:30 - 18:00 | TBD
Join the Women of Habitat Kent for a fun, casual Habi Hour and connect with other women passionate about making a difference in affordable housing in Grand Rapids. More details will be provided closer to the event date.

Money Smart Class 1 of 4: Morning Series
2025-08-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday morning. Light refreshments provided.
Attendance at all four classes is required.
Course dates – Tuesday:

August 5: Banking Basics
August 12: Budgeting and Savings
August 19: Understanding Credit
August 26: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one with a Mercantile staff member

Registration is required. Register here!
Can’t make it in the morning? Join the evening series from 5:30 – 7:30!

Money Smart Class 1 of 4: Evening Series
2025-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday evening. Light dinner provided.
Attendance at all four classes is required.
Course dates – Tuesday:

August 5: Banking Basics
August 12: Budgeting and Savings
August 19: Understanding Credit
August 26: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one with a Mercantile staff member

Registration is required. Register here!
Can’t make it in the morning? Join the morning series from 10:00 – 12:00!

Money Smart Class 2 of 4: Morning Series
2025-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Money Smart Class 2 of 4: Evening Series
2025-08-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Money Smart Class 3 of 4: Morning Series
2025-08-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Money Smart Class 3 of 4: Evening Series
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Money Smart Class 3 of 4: Evening Series
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
Learn about money management with our partner lender, Mercantile Bank! This is a four-week course with classes held every Tuesday evening. Light dinner provided.
Attendance at all four classes is required.
Course dates – Tuesday:

November 4: Banking Basics
November 11: Budgeting and Savings
November 18: Understanding Credit
November 25: Budgeting and Credit + One-on-one with a Mercantile staff member

Registration is required. Registration will open in September 2025.
Can’t make it in the evening? Join the morning series from 10:00 – 12:00!

Women Build
2025-08-22 09:00 - 16:00 | TBD
Join the Women of Habitat Kent for a day of service on a Habitat construction site as we build a home! No experience, tools, or skills are necessary to participate – we will show you how! Construction tasks may include deconstruction, framing, painting, trim carpentry, exterior trim, siding, final details, & landscaping.
Register here! (Please note that clicking this link will bring you to another page)

Money Smart Class 4 of 4: Morning Series
2025-08-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States

Money Smart Class 4 of 4: Evening Series
2025-08-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Baxter Community Center, 935 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, 49506, United States
