News & Stories of Hope

Christian Neighbors is a non-profit charitable organization serving Plainwell, Otsego, Martin, Cooper and Alamo.

NewsStories of Hope

News & Stories of Hope

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NEW BEGINNINGS – Christian Neighbors Breaks Ground on Parking Lot Expansion

Every day, families, seniors, and neighbors in need walk through our doors seeking food, financial…

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Case Manager Jenna

What It Looks Like to Create Stability: One Relationship at a Time

One of our proudest accomplishments has been the intentional addition of Jenna, a dedicated Case…

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The Power of Grants: Fueling Mission-Driven Work at Christian Neighbors

For a small, local nonprofit like Christian Neighbors, every dollar matters. But grants -those carefully…

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Grandparents raising grandchildren

Five years ago, a grandmother took in her 4 grandchildren. No backup plan. No partner.…

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Initial Cost of Moving can put Stable Housing out of Reach

A new beginning can feel impossible when the initial cost of moving can put stable…

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Warms Hearts…Warm Homes

Warm hearts . . . warm homes. Looking at those words make me wish I…

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Why School Representation Matters on the Christian Neighbors Board

Christian Neighbors serves families across the Plainwell, Otsego, and Martin school districts – communities where…

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How Case Managers Support Veterans

Case managers provide both immediate assistance and long-term support to help individuals navigate complex systems…

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plainwell area class for adults on improving balance

Finding Hope Through a Matter of Balance

Participants in a free 8-class Matter of Balance series come expecting to learn how to…

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Providing Stability

When Audrey learned she would need surgery, her first thought wasn’t about herself — it was about her two…

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