Kent County Community Action

05/27/2026

Thank you to The Shelley Irwin Show for welcoming our Director, Gustavo Perez, to talk about National Community Action Month and the impact of our work here in Kent County. Listen to the interview here:

Gustavo Perez is our guest

05/26/2026

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Kent County is joining the nation in celebrating Community Action Month. We have Gustavo here, Director of Kent County Community Action, to talk about local and n…

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

In recognition of Older Michiganians Day during Community Action Month, we’re highlighting KCCA’s Home Delivered Meals program and the impact it has on older adults in our community. ❤️

The program provides nutritious, culturally familiar meals that help older adults maintain their health, independence, and dignity while remaining safely in their homes. Participants report improved nutrition, better overall wellbeing, and consistent access to healthy meals.

Home Delivered Meals also provide important social connection and wellness support. For some participants, their delivery driver may be the only person they regularly see during the week, making each visit an important check on their safety and wellbeing.

Through bilingual services, culturally responsive meals, and compassionate support, KCCA is helping older adults stay healthy, connected, and independent.

To learn more about our Home Delivered Meals Program visit our website - https://www.kentcountymi.gov/207/Meals

05/12/2026

This Community Action Month, we’re proud to highlight the power of community partnerships in helping fight hunger in Kent County! 💙🍎

One exciting collaboration this year is our partnership with Kids' Food Basket to bring fresh produce to our food distributions. Kids’ Food Basket is a grassroots, community-driven organization working to end childhood hunger and ensure children have access to healthy meals.

A group of their staff members joined us during January’s Quarterly Distribution to help provide food to local families, and we’re excited to continue this partnership during our July and October distributions to serve even more members of our community together.

When organizations come together, we can make an even greater impact for our neighbors.

05/06/2026

You're invited to our Spring Into Action Luncheon on May 28!

Join us for this inspiring luncheon, hosted by Commissioner Nancy Morales, as we celebrate Community Action’s impact across Kent County. From food distribution and water/utility assistance to vital senior services, our programs help meet some of our community’s most urgent needs. Don't miss the chance to hear from our staff on the ground and program participants about how these efforts make a real difference in the lives of residents every day.

Want to join us? Please RSVP here: https://kentcountymi-kcca-kcca.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/65027

05/05/2026

Our 2025 Annual Report is here! This year showed what’s possible when a community comes together. 😀 Despite rising costs and growing needs, KCCA supported more than 56,000 residents - helping families stay in their homes, expanding services for seniors, and connecting people to essential resources every day.

With the support of dedicated staff, volunteers, and community partners, we’re continuing to build stronger, more connected communities - and looking ahead to 2026 with a focus on reaching even more people and creating lasting impact.

You can read the full report here:

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04/29/2026

🌟 Your Voice Matters, Kent County! 🌟

Kent County Community Action is hosting Focus Groups as part of our 2026 Community Needs Assessment, and we want to hear from YOU!

Join us for a conversation about what’s working well in our community, the challenges people are facing, and ideas for how we can make things better. Topics include housing, food access, jobs, childcare, transportation, healthcare, and more.

Focus Group Details:
• May 12 | 4:30–5:30 PM – North Clinic (Cedar Springs)
• May 12 | 7:00–8:00 PM – Community Action Office (Grand Rapids)

Each session will last about one hour. Participants will receive a $25 Visa gift card as a thank you for their time.

Your input helps shape programs and services in our community. There are no right or wrong answers—just your honest feedback.

Sign up here:

Sign-up for a Kent County Community Action Community Needs Assessment focus group.

04/22/2026

🌟 Happy Volunteer Appreciation Week! 🌟

This week, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible volunteers who make our fight against hunger possible. Your selfless commitment, compassion, and countless hours ensure that food reaches neighbors in need every day.

Thanks to you, Kent County Community Action has distributed tens of thousands of food boxes through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP).

Whether you help pack food boxes, lend a hand at distribution events, or offer a kind word to those we serve, your efforts change lives every day. We couldn’t do it without you—thank you for making a real difference in our community! 💙

Interested in joining this incredible community? We’d love to have you!

Visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c49ada82fabf94-kent1 #/ to get started.

04/10/2026

🚧 Today, we’re highlighting how Community Development investments support public infrastructure across Kent County.

From improving roads and sidewalks to enhancing public spaces and essential infrastructure—even fire equipment—these projects help create safer, more accessible communities for everyone. These investments address immediate needs while also laying the foundation for long-term growth and stronger neighborhoods.

As we wrap up Community Development Week, we hope you’ve enjoyed learning more about the people, partnerships, and programs that make this work possible. Throughout the week, we’ve highlighted how Community Development supports housing, strengthens partnerships, and invests in critical services that improve quality of life for residents.

Thank you for following along and celebrating the impact of Community Development with us. We’re proud of the work happening every day and grateful for the partners and community members who help make it all possible.