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June 16, 2026

Supporting the NW Ottawa Chamber Foundation is an investment in the strength and future of the community. Donations help fund programs, services, and initiatives that directly improve quality of life, whether that’s business and education partnerships, workforce development initiatives, economic development, or advocacy.


When individuals and businesses give, they create a ripple effect. This means stronger organizations, more opportunities for residents, and a more vibrant place to live and work.


Donating also demonstrates leadership and commitment. It shows that you care about the well-being of your community and are willing to be part of its growth and success. For businesses, it builds goodwill and strengthens relationships with customers and partners. For individuals, it provides a meaningful way to give back and leave a lasting impact.


Ultimately, every gift, no matter the size, helps build a stronger, more connected community today and for future generations.


Thank you to these members for donating in the month of May:

12 Corners Vineyards

Butch's Beach Burritos - Grand Haven

C2C Gallery

CertaPro Painters of Grand Haven

CHERETTE GROUP

Doss Family Fund

Dykstra Landscape Management Inc.

Fortino's

fuel bar + refuge

Holland Litho Printing Service

Jean Marie's

Keenan Marina

Lakeshore Orthodontics, PLC

Left Coast Business Brokers

Liberty Pest Control, LLC

LifeCircles PACE

MacLeod Insurance Agency, Inc.

MillerKnoll, Inc.

Mosaic Counseling

Muskegon Community College

Muskegon Museum of Art

NoFeeSalvage.com

Orchard Market

Paul Schultz Trucking and Excavating, Inc.

Pigeon Creek Golf Course

Pinewood Place

Piper Lakes Apartment Homes

Preferred Ford

Prelesnik Animal Hospital

Resilience-Advocates for Ending Violence

Sam Martin State Farm

Shelby State Bank

Shoreline Insurance Agency

SOAR by Cornerstone University

Spring Lake Schools Foundation

Stanco Metal Products, Inc.

StanZ Cafe

Steel Forming Systems

Straight Line Design

Sun Down Sheet Metal Inc.

Sweet Temptations

The Insurance Group - Stacy Segrist Kamphuis Doug Kamphuis

The Kirby House

The Paint Store

The Village at Rosy Mound - Heritage Properties

The Village at the Pines - Heritage Properties

TowerPinkster

Tri-Cities Credit Union

Trillium Event Center

VanderWall Brothers

Vliem Heating & Air Conditioning

West Michigan Advisors

WGHN 92.1 FM

Woodland Ridge Apartments

The Grand Haven Art Festival is a community event that celebrates art from across the United States, brings over 40,000 people to downtown, and is a great way to get involved, give back, and meet new people!


Consider volunteering for 2 hours and enjoy a beautiful Grand Haven summer day by giving back in a fun and exciting way!

The Chamber is excited to announce that Hanna will be stepping into the role of Director of Events and Programs.


Hanna has been a valued member of our team and brings extensive experience in organizational operations, member engagement, and event execution. Her passion for creating meaningful experiences and fostering strong relationships will continue to strengthen the programs and events that serve our members and the Northwest Ottawa County community.


Please join us in congratulating Hanna on this well-deserved opportunity. We are excited to see her leadership and creativity continue to enhance Chamber events and member experiences.


Questions or congratulations for Hanna? Email Hanna here.

The Chamber Challenge Golf Outing is more than just golf. It’s a fun business networking event that brings together more than 120 local professionals, business leaders, and community partners for a day of relationship-building and friendly competition at beautiful Spring Lake Country Club. Participants enjoy 18 holes of golf, contests, prizes, raffles, and the popular 19th Hole Happy Hour, creating countless opportunities to connect with fellow Chamber members and expand your professional network. Whether you're entertaining clients, rewarding employees, or building new business relationships, the Chamber Challenge Golf Outing offers a memorable experience both on and off the course. 

Paid Member Advertising

For marketing and advertising, please contact Megan here.

LEADERSHIP CONNECT

Cora Russ

HR & Facilities Manager

Grand Haven Area Community Foundation:


"I had the honor of participating in the Leadership Connect Cohort 2025-2026.

 

The Leadership Connect Program is a transformative experience that has changed how I connect, think and lead. It has been a major catalyst for my career, helping me forge valuable connections with local business professionals and community partners. Ultimately, it has equipped me with the strategic skills and broad perspective needed to tackle challenges and lead with true purpose.

 

I would highly recommend Leadership Connect to anyone as a program designed to cultivate strong partnerships, advance your career, connect you with business professionals, and help you to leave a lasting legacy in the community."

Apply today and be part of building the leaders who will move our community forward.


Applications close on July 12, 2026.


Questions about participation and/or sponsorship? Contact Mark Allen by email or 616.842.4911.

RIBBON CUTTINGS

Congratulations to Applebee's and TEAM Schostak on the full renovation at 680 N. Beacon Blvd. Grand Haven!


Thank you for including us on your special day and for the delicious lunch!


View the ribbon-cutting video here.


Visit their website here.


Congratulations to Winsor Place Apartments on their grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony!


View the ribbon-cutting video here.


Visit their website here.

Through our Business Education Partnership, the Chamber had the opportunity to collaborate with Grand Haven Area Public Schools (GHAPS) to showcase a new middle school curriculum to local manufacturing leaders.


Manufacturing and Engineering Education Re-imagined For All (MEERA) is a competency-based manufacturing and engineering education program designed to inspire and train the next generation of manufacturing workforce for the industrial base, starting in grades 6th-8th. MEERA is a catalyst to expose students early on to education and career opportunities aligned to our region.


GHAPS will be implementing MEERA at Lakeshore Middle School in the fall of 2026 for 7th and 8th grade students. In our area, 33% of jobs in our region are in manufacturing and 44% of all wages are generated by the manufacturing sector. The Chamber is excited to promote the MEERA program and build exposure for business support of the program for GHAPS.


Interested in learning more? Contact Mark Allen at The Chamber here or Mary Jane Evink at GHAPS here or by calling 616.850.5075.


MEERA thrives on collaboration between education, industry and community stakeholders.

BOOMERANG continues to play a vital role in helping students explore career pathways while showcasing the incredible opportunities available right here in our community.


Through hands-on interactions with local employers, students gain insight into in-demand careers across industries like manufacturing, healthcare, skilled trades, technology, construction and more. Just as importantly, they learn that there are multiple pathways to success, whether through college, certifications, apprenticeships, or a direct path from high school into the workforce.


By building awareness early, BOOMERANG helps strengthen our local talent pipeline and encourages students to return home after completing their education. When they do, they bring valuable skills and fresh perspectives that support the continued growth of our region.


Together, we are helping the next generation discover that a successful future doesn’t have to be found elsewhere, it can be built right here.


Contact Mark Allen here to learn about opportunities to engage in BOOMERANG and connect with high school juniors and seniors from various school districts within Northern Ottawa County. 



Date: October 13, 2026

Location: Grand Haven High School Field House

Member-to-Member Coupons are an exclusive Chamber benefit designed to help members connect, save, and support one another. Through this program, Chamber members can offer special discounts, promotions, and incentives exclusively to fellow members.


It's a valuable way to increase visibility for your business, generate new leads, and strengthen business-to-business relationships within the Chamber network. Members can browse available offers on the Chamber website and take advantage of exclusive savings on products and services from fellow Chamber members.


To offer a Member Coupon or for any questions, please contact Hanna here.

Click here to view our most recent New Members!


Beltone Hearing Center - Grand Haven

Epic Mortgage

Hollandia Outdoors

Houts HVAC

Lakeshore Machine

Shelby State Bank

The Oasis of Norton Shores

Ziebart of Spring Lake

June

18 | Thursday Early Bird Breakfast at Holiday Inn Spring Lake

23 | Chamber 360: Boost Your Business


July

9 | BASH at Vanderwall Brothers

16 | Thursday Early Bird Breakfast at Holiday Inn Spring Lake

21 | Coffee & Counsel: People Problems and Legal Pitfalls: Mid-year Compliance Tune-Up

23 | Networking at Noon: Meet. Connect. Grow


August

11| Chamber Forum on Childcare & Education

13 | BASH at WGHN

20 | Early Bird Breakfast at Holiday Inn Spring Lake

25 | Morning Brew at Consumers Credit Union

26 | Chamber Forum on Healthcare

31 | Chamber Challenge Golf Outing

Learn more about upcoming events by visiting our events calendar.

Have an event that you want to add to our calendar?

It's easy to submit an event!

From the Chamber homepage, go to 'Calendar,' and then you will find 'Submit Your Event' in the upper, righthand corner. After you submit it, Hanna will approve it and then it will appear on our calendar as a Community Event.

We would like to recognize our Premier Partners

Our office is open M-F 9AM - 4PM,

call at 616.842.4910, or email a staff member directly.


We look forward to hearing from you!

Would you like to advertise in our eNews?

Contact Director of Marketing & Communications, Megan Tobin.

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