As students across the community step into a new school year, the challenges they face are not just academic. For many, especially the children of young mothers, basic needs like nutrition, school supplies, and a supportive community are often in short supply.

On Monday, August 15, Grace’s Table hosted our first-ever Diaper Day. Between 4 pm and 7 pm, Teen Mamas from all over Grand Rapids were invited to stop by the Richmond House to pick up diapers, wipes, and a literacy kit for their kiddos.

On Friday, June 24, the Richmond house was filled with life. Every space was alive with chatter and overflowing with love and grace. This would be the final of 419 Fridays spent gathered in our space here at Grace's Table.

If you were to visit the Richmond House in 2019, you would have found the space lively with the coming and going of Teen Mamas and their kiddos. During the day, mamas would stop by to grab a snack, do a load of laundry, and rest in the company of people who love and care for them. This time was a favorite for our mamas, they loved having the freedom to come when they wanted, and leave when they needed. They found comfort in knowing that Grace’s Table would be available to them no matter what.

But then 2020 came, and the doors of the Richmond House closed.