Neighbors helping neighbors

NEIGHBORING PROGRAM

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The Neighboring Program connects community members with opportunities to volunteer at Dwelling Place. From welcome home baskets to neighborhood clean sweeps, Neighboring is about showing up, lending a hand, and building relationships that strengthen our communities.

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What’s the neighboring program?

The Neighboring Program is an initiative by Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids, designed to encourage community involvement and support for our residents. Volunteers in this program engage with neighbors and residents through various activities, providing support, building relationships, and fostering a sense of belonging within the community.

Make a difference in the lives of neighbors

Build connections across diverse communities

Strengthen the fabric of local neighborhoods

Support safe, affordable housing + vibrant communities

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Program goals

residents through neighborhood revitalization.

Empower

Provide

a network of help, resources and social connections.

a sense of community among diverse populations.

Foster

Encourage

ongoing engagement and community leadership.

How Can You Get Involved?

Neighboring offers a variety of ways to volunteer. Whether you have an hour or a season, there’s a place for you.

Community Garden

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Help create and maintain green spaces that bring neighbors together.

Event Support

Volunteer at Dwelling Place gatherings and celebrations to make them memorable.

A light green plastic basket filled with various toiletries and personal care items, placed on a black table. A potted fern plant with a handwritten note that reads 'Welcome, Everyone deserves' is next to the basket. The setting appears to be inside a building with large windows nearby, allowing natural light to illuminate the scene. Outside the window, a street with cars and trees is visible.

Welcome Home Baskets

Provide new residents with essentials that help them feel at home on day one.

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Collection Drives

Organize or contribute to drives for household items, school supplies, or seasonal needs.

Special Projects

Lend your creativity and skills to projects like murals, repairs, or neighborhood improvements.

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Have Questions? We’re Here to Help!

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If you’re interested in learning more about the Neighboring Program, have specific questions, or want to discuss how you can get involved, please reach out to us!

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