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Grand Rapids Southeast Promise Neighborhood

Strong Starts. Promising Futures.

All children and youth growing up in Promise Neighborhoods have access to great schools and strong systems of family and community support that will prepare them to attain an excellent education and successfully transition to college and a career.

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Cradle to Career Initiatives

Academic Success English Language Arts K-12 literacy, teacher/leader development & shared ownership, aligned systems, processes & resources, successful school transitions, extended day learning opportunities, summer learning opportunities and math, successful school transitions, high school completion. Learn More
Academic Success Math K-12 Math (including 8th grade algebra), teacher/leader development & shared ownership, aligned systems, processes & resources, successful school transitions, extended day learning opportunities, summer learning opportunities and math, successful school transitions, high school completion. Learn More
College & Career Readiness Career explorations, college & workplace competencies, college & certificate program enrollments, degree & certificate completion, job placement. Learn More
Early Childhood Developmental screening, language & motor development, quality 3 & 4 year old preschool programs, parent education. Learn More
Family & Community Engagement/Support Navigation systems, healthy nutrition, substance abuse prevention, school engagement. Learn More
Learning Readiness Social-emotional learning & development, resilience & persistence, attendance & engagement, trauma response, safety & well-being. Learn More

Upcoming Events

Mon, Jul. 27
📚Recycling Center Open Hours
9:00 AM
Kent County Public Works, 1045 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
📚Recycling Center Open Hours
Date: Jul 27
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Kent County Public Works, 1045 Wealthy Street SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504
Calendar: GRSEPN Calendar
These free, open-house style events are great for any age and meant for smaller groups or individuals wishing to check out the Kent County Recycling and Education Center! So what is there to see and do during Recycling Center Open Hours? Self-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line If you’d like a formal, guided tour please request your recycling center tour. – Self-guided tours of the space and recycling sorting line – Create upcycled crafts – Play with our recycling toys and games! – Explore our recycling and waste exhibits throughout the Recycling & Education Center – Have your recycling and disposal questions answered in-person by our Waste Reduction Educators – And more! Spend as much time as you’d like learning, creating, or interacting with staff to learn more about recycling and waste. Please drop in during the designated hours of the scheduled event according to the schedule. This event is perfect for: Individuals that are curious as to how Kent County’s recycling program works and want to know what can be recycled Families and parents with young children looking for a casual experience Childcare providers or babysitters looking for fun activities to engage in Other small groups (around 12 or less) looking to explore the world of recycling such as homeschool groups  
Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
6:30 PM
grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch, 2350 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, Grand Rap
Pajama Time/ Hora de Pijamas
Date: Jul 27
Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: grand rapids public library – Seymour Branch, 2350 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, Grand Rap
Calendar: GRSEPN Calendar
Tue, Jul. 28
Introduction to Clay for Kids
10:00 AM
Grand Rapids Public Library, 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Introduction to Clay for Kids
Date: Jul 28
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Grand Rapids Public Library, 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA
Calendar: GRSEPN Calendar

Explore creating with clay at the library! Participants will learn different hand building techniques and create a small project of their own. No experience with clay is necessary. Finished pieces will be able to be picked up at the library at a later date. For ages 6–12.

Introduction to Clay for Kids
Saturday, January 17, February 28, March 28, 2026, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Library – 111 Library St NE


¡Explore la creación con arcilla en la biblioteca! Los participantes aprenderán diferentes técnicas de construcción manual y crearán un pequeño proyecto propio. No se necesita experiencia con arcilla. Las piezas terminadas podrán recogerse en la biblioteca en una fecha posterior. Para edades de 6 a 12 años.

Introducción a la arcilla para niños
Sábado, 17 de enero, 28 de febrero, 28 de marzo de 2026, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Biblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE

Mon, Aug. 10
⭐Parent Cafe
4:30 PM
Martin Luther King Park, 1200 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States
⭐Parent Cafe
Date: Aug 10
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Location: Martin Luther King Park, 1200 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506, United States
Calendar: GRSEPN Calendar
Join us for a safe, reflective conversation for parents and caregivers just like you.We’ll be at the Picnic Shelter at MLK Park- Children are welcome & refreshments are provided! Registration is appreciated, but not required: https://linktr.ee/familyfutures Cafés connect people to build: relationships, support, resilience, knowledge, communication Cafés are structured, small-group conversations designed as safe spaces where people talk and listen to one another about topics that matter to them. Reports show 97% of Parent Café participants leave feeling more confident and less alone.
Tue, Aug. 11
Backpacks & Bests
4:00 PM
ICCF Community Homes, 400 M.L.K. Jr St SE Ste 100, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USA
Backpacks & Bests
Date: Aug 11
Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: ICCF Community Homes, 400 M.L.K. Jr St SE Ste 100, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USA
Calendar: GRSEPN Calendar
A free back=to-school event with school supplies, food, resources, and family-friendly activities!
Tue, Aug. 18
Community Game Night
6:00 PM
Grand Rapids Public Library - Ottawa Hills Branch, 1150 Giddings Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USA
Community Game Night
Date: Aug 18
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Location: Grand Rapids Public Library - Ottawa Hills Branch, 1150 Giddings Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, USA
Calendar: GRSEPN Calendar

Join us for a night of board game fun! The library will provide a variety of games for community members, families, and friends to play. Attendees are welcome to bring their own board games. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. For all ages.

Community Game Night
Wednesdays, January 21, February 18, March 18, April 15, 2026, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Ottawa Hills Branch – 1150 Giddings Ave SE



¡Únase a nosotros para una noche de diversión con juegos de mesa! La biblioteca proporcionará una variedad de juegos para que jueguen los miembros de la comunidad, las familias y los amigos. Los asistentes pueden traer sus propios juegos de mesa. Se proporcionarán refrigerios ligeros y bebidas. Para todas las edades.

Noche comunitaria de juegos
Miércoles, 21 de enero, 18 de febrero, 18 de marzo, 15 de abril de 2026, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Sucursal de Ottawa Hills – 1150 Giddings Ave SE

Events

Our Promise Neighborhood Partners

Baxter Community Center
Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy
Family Futures
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids Public Schools
HIL Center for School Renewal
Kent Intermediate School District
LINC Up of Grand Rapids
United Methodist Community House
Western Michigan University
YMCA
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