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Mel Trotter Cafeteria gets fresh updates thanks to Cook Foundation
The 4,000+ guests that visit the Mel Trotter Ministries cafeteria each year will experience a lighter, brighter and even more welcoming space thanks to a generous contribution from a local family foundation.
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Mel Trotter Ministries Cafeteria gets fresh updates thanks to Cook Foundation
The 4,000+ guests that visit the Mel Trotter Ministries cafeteria each year will experience a lighter, brighter and even more welcoming space thanks to a generous contribution from a local family foundation.
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Van Andel Arena and 94.5 NASH FM to bring “Rally Around Radley Diaper Drive” to Grand Rapids
SMG-managed Van Andel Arena and 94.5 NASH FM will host Ty, Kelly and Chuck’s “Rally Around Radley Diaper Drive” in support of Pathway Home, a collaboration of Mel Trotter Ministries and Family Promise of Grand Rapids.
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Doing advocacy the right way
If you have a passion, talent, or interest, there's a way for you to get connected at Mel Trotter Ministries: Company/corporate partnerships, family involvement, organization, school, church, and more.
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Proximity
Jesus said the poor will always be with you. Not out there far away, but with you. People who are at the bottom need to know and experience someone there with them.
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A journey of a thousand miles
The Chinese proverbs says, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Mine started with a 24 hour walk. But wait, I am getting ahead of myself.
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Myth: I live in the suburbs, I can't help downtown
VP of Ministry, Leonard McElveen, addresses the myth that it's impossible to help with downtown homelessness if you live beyond the city walls.
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Melanie House to provide transitional housing for women
Mel Trotter Ministries recently opened a transitional house for women who are experiencing homelessness. The MTM “Melanie House” was established to provide additional housing opportunities for women who have gone through a program at the Mel Trotter Ministries downtown shelter but still face challenging barriers to having a home of their own.
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