NAACP Grand Rapids
As part of the worldwide network of more than 2,200 branches of The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the Greater Grand Rapids NAACP is proudly dedicated to eradicating racial discrimination and building a stronger society in which all individuals have equal rights.
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The Local Economy in Grand Rapids, MI
Wages have been stagnant since the 1970s and we need a change that benefits the working people in our community. During this downturn, America has lost millions to high-wage jobs and failed to replace them, leaving many American workers with a low-paying service job or no job at all.
At Greater Grand Rapids NAACP, we strive to build a better system in which all citizens have equal access to political, economic, educational, and social resources. We also work with the local Youth Council to inform young generations and all members of the public of the adverse effects of racial discrimination and to eliminate it entirely throughout our community.
Latest Posts From Our Blog
Through Their Eyes: Institutional Funding as BIPOC Nonprofit Leaders
Nonprofit organizations are vital contributors to community well-being, connection, safety, and belonging. Many Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) led organizations carry that work while navigating resource scarcity, heightened scrutiny, and structural...
Road to Restoration
Michigan Department of State driver’s license clinics Join the Michigan Department of State for a free clinic to learn how to get your driver’s license restored. Meet with department staff and/or volunteer attorneys to review your driving record, ask questions, and...
First Quarter State Meetings
Our First Quarter State Meetings (Adults & Youth) is scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 10:30 AM (9:30 AM YCD) in Grand Rapids, MI. The location is Grand Rapids Center for Community Transformation, 1530 Madison Avenue SE, Grand Rapids MI...
West Michigan remembers legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — West Michigan is remembering the life and legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at the age of 84. Local leaders in Grand Rapids say Jackson will have a lasting impact on the fight for civil rights, and his legacy is...
Forcing Michigan’s Coal Plant to Stay Open Was Just the Beginning
NRDC is preparing to sue to stop the most dangerous rollback we've seen. The Trump administration just weakened its own mandate to fight climate change by repealing the endangerment finding. This decision is dangerous. It's also illegal. We will see them in court, and...
False Emergencies, Real Consequences
Join the NAACP and community leaders to confront dirty air, rising energy cost and environmental racism tied to the J.H. Campbell coal plant. Open to the public. No RSVP required. https://bit.ly/4bKL58C