Habitat for Humanity of Kent County

Women of Habitat Kent Habi Hour with Chef Jenna
2025-04-22 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Detroit) | Williams Studio, 3850 29th St SE, Grand Rapids, 49512, United States
Join us for a one-of-a-kind Habi Hour featuring the incredible Chef Jenna Arcidiacono of Amore Trattoria Italiana! Gather in the beautiful Williams Studio to enjoy delicious drinks, appetizers, and desserts while connecting with other women who are passionate about making a difference in affordable housing. Drinks and appetizers will be provided. Plus, there will be a silent auction!
Tickets:

Women of Habitat Kent Members: $10 (check your monthly WOHK email for the promo code!)
Non-member: $15 (want to become a member? Learn more here!)

Register here! (Please note that clicking this link will bring you to another page)
Registration closes Friday, April 11.
Thank you to Williams for sponsoring this event.

Introduction to Homeownership Class 1 of 2
2025-04-22 17:30 - 20:30 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Learn about fair housing and fair lending, budgeting, credit, and more! This HUD-certified class is a prerequisite to apply for Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance.
This is a 6-hour course that is split into two, 3-hour classes:

Class #1: Tuesday, April 22 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Class #2: Thursday, April 24 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Attend both courses to get a HUD Certificate of Completion for down payment assistance programs. This class is free to attend and open to the public.
Registration is required. Click here to register

BLBC: Forming Teams for Community Change
2025-04-23 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
Register here! (Registration ends Monday, May 5)

Imagine Campaign Lunch & Learn: Option 1 of 3
2025-04-24 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, April 24, 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 April 21

Can’t make April 24? Join us on one of our other two dates:

Thursday, May 15th, 11:30 am – 1 pm
Thursday, June 12th, 11:30 am – 1 pm

Introduction to Homeownership Class 2 of 2
2025-04-24 20:30 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Learn about fair housing and fair lending, budgeting, credit, and more! This HUD-certified class is a prerequisite to applying for Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance.
This is a 6-hour course that is split into two, 3-hour classes:

Class #1: Tuesday, April 22 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Class #2: Thursday, April 24 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Attend both courses to get a HUD Certificate of Completion for down payment assistance programs. This class is free to attend and open to the public.
Registration is required. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Baxter United Community Meeting
2025-04-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-05-13 17:00 - 18:00, 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 | 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

BLBC: Telling our Story with Data
2025-04-30 17:30 - 19:30 | 106 Gallery, 106 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503, United States

Money Smart Class 1 of 4: Morning Series
2025-05-06 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. Please 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
2025-05-06 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:

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. Please register here!
Can’t make it in the evening? Join the morning series from 10:00 – 12:00!

BLBC: Choosing & Defining our Issues
2025-05-07 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

Money Smart Class 2 of 4: Morning Series
2025-05-13 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 2 of 4: Evening Series
2025-05-13 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:

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

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

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!

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

Homeownership Program Info Session
2025-06-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Learn about our Affordable Homeownership Program, hear from one of our partner lenders, ChoiceOne Bank, about how to qualify and apply for a mortgage, and sign up for free financial coaching to help you get mortgage-ready.
This event is free to attend. Registration is required. Register here!
Please register by Friday, June 6.

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.

Introduction to Homeownership Class 1 of 2
2025-07-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Learn about fair housing and fair lending, budgeting, credit, and more! This HUD-certified class is a prerequisite to applying for Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance.
This is a 6-hour course that is split into two, 3-hour classes:

Class #1: Tuesday, July 8 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Class #2: Thursday, July 9 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Attend both courses to get a HUD Certificate of Completion for down payment assistance programs. This class is free to attend and open to the public.
Registration is required. Register here!

Introduction to Homeownership Class 2 of 2
2025-07-09 17:30 - 20:30 | Habitat Kent, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504, United States
Learn about fair housing and fair lending, budgeting, credit, and more! This HUD-certified class is a prerequisite to applying for Michigan State Housing Development Authority down payment assistance.
This is a 6-hour course that is split into two, 3-hour classes:

Class #1: Tuesday, July 8 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Class #2: Wednesday, July 9 @ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Attend both courses to get a HUD Certificate of Completion for down payment assistance programs. This class is free to attend and open to the public.
Registration is required. Register here!
