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Welcome to our blog, where we cover many topics near and dear to Grace’s Table. You can browse the latest posts or search for keywords.
4 Ways to Support Mental Wellness
Mental wellness is crucial for every person, and this is especially true for mothers.
Walking With Teen Mamas on Their Mental Health Journey
At Grace's Table, we have the joy of walking alongside teen mamas as they navigate life and all its challenges and joys. We've seen first-hand the many ways mental and physical health impacts the lives of the teen mamas we serve, and we've learned a few things along the way.
Renovations Update + Housing Resources in Grand Rapids
The journey toward creating a home for teen mamas here in Grand Rapids is well underway at our Richmond House! Thanks to some amazing volunteers, the upstairs has been gutted (all the way down to the claw foot tub!) and is now ready for new construction. Plus, Grace's Table received our construction permit for the bathroom last week!
Teen Moms and Homelessness
How does homelessness affect the teen mamas served at Grace’s Table? The statistics may surprise you. Read more to learn how you can help teen mamas facing homelessness.
A Firm Foundation
Having a firm foundation is essential to growth. So, why is stable housing a vital part of a person’s foundation?
The Journey Home: Putting Down Roots
Our mamas have always said that Grace’s Table feels like home. And in 2023, Grace’s Table will become just that- a home.
Code for Good
If there is one thing that is true in our world today, across all industries, it's that technology is more critical than ever. From websites and social media to databases and security systems, having up-to-date technology can make or break your organization…
Welcoming Laura!
Grace’s Table is welcoming Laura Helman onto the team! Get to know more about her and the work she will be doing.
Diaper Day
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.
Q3 Newsletter 2022
It’s August, which means we are almost finished with summer. While we are sad to say goodbye to warm nights and sunny days, we look forward to the fall and all the opportunities that season provides.
The 419th Friday
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.
10 Ways You Can Have Fun and Do Good This Summer
The summer is a critical time for nonprofit organizations, and we need your help to ensure that Teen Mamas continue to have access to the critical resources they need, all year long. Here are 10 ways that you can have fun, and do good during the Grace’s Table Week of Giving!
The Return of Open Hours
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.
Nourish & Nurture: Yoga for EveryBODY
When was the last time you took a moment to pause and breathe deeply? And when I say deeply, I mean really deeply. A nice big, fully belly breath, followed by a great big sigh. It’s an incredible way to release stress and replenish energy. Thanks to the Feral Yogi, Grace’s Table and many of our amazing champions got a chance this week to do just that.
Building Community: Spring Open House 2022
Last month, Grace’s Table had the privilege of opening the doors of our Richmond House to the public for our Spring Open House. It was an incredibly fun night, filled with laughter, good questions, and delicious hot cocoa.
Q2 Newsletter 2022
Happy May!
This month is a big one here at Grace’s Table. While we get to celebrate the mamas we serve every day, we go the extra mile when it comes to Mother’s Day.
Q1 Newsletter 2022
The start of a new year is always exciting, but 2022 has been extra special for Grace’s Table.