NAACP Grand Rapids
As part of the worldwide network of more than 2,200 branches of The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, the Greater Grand Rapids NAACP is proudly dedicated to eradicating racial discrimination and building a stronger society in which all individuals have equal rights.
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The Local Economy in Grand Rapids, MI
Wages have been stagnant since the 1970s and we need a change that benefits the working people in our community. During this downturn, America has lost millions to high-wage jobs and failed to replace them, leaving many American workers with a low-paying service job or no job at all.
At Greater Grand Rapids NAACP, we strive to build a better system in which all citizens have equal access to political, economic, educational, and social resources. We also work with the local Youth Council to inform young generations and all members of the public of the adverse effects of racial discrimination and to eliminate it entirely throughout our community.
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The Fierce Urgency of Now – 116th NAACP National Convention
Registration for this year's convention is now open. If you're registering as an Observer or General Public (non-delegates/alternates), grab your spot now as advanced pricing ends on June 1, 2025. Attendees will have access to plenary sessions, advocacy forums,...
116th NAACP National Convention
Charlotte, NC | July 12-16, 2025 The time to fight for people, progress and power is now. Changemakers, creatives, and cultural leaders are coming together to meet the urgency of advancing the Black agenda. Ready to work? Visit naacp.org/convention for more...
NAACP Greater Grand Rapids Young Fellows
The NAACP Greater Grand Rapids Young Fellows is a paid two-month program that provides young adults ages 16-25 with leadership training, professional and personal development, and empower to career opportunities while acquiring the skills necessary to perform in all...
Community Listening Session: Christopher Schurr/Patrick Lyoya
In the wake of a mistrial declared in the Christopher Schurr/Patrick Lyoya murder case on May 8, the NAACP Greater Grand Rapids is partnering with “A Glimpse of Africa and the Urban League of West Michigan” to host a community listening session....
Trump’s EPA killed a $16.9M grant to fund housing and neighborhood revitalization in Benton Harbor, MI.
$16.9 million would have gone toward the Benton Harbor Community Development Corporation, which funds housing and neighborhood revitalization. “It will be a huge blow for our community, from the jobs perspective, community development perspective and a resiliency...
2025 Save the Dates and Register Now
Save the Dates and Register Now! The State of the People POWER Tour is a nationwide call to action; a movement to rally, restore, and reimagine what’s possible for Black communities across the U.S. It’s not just an event, it’s a people- powered campaign rooted in...