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Grand Rapids Young Professionals is dedicated to providing young professionals with the opportunity to interact professionally and socially with each other. GRYP is committed to professional development and contributing to the communities of Greater Grand Rapids both through volunteer opportunities and leadership roles. We will promote an environment that helps attract and retain the next generation of business leaders.

Relay for Life Thank You

Thank-you to all our GRYP Members that supported this year's Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society. Whether you attended our charity wine tasting, donated on-line, walked in the event, raised money from friends and family members, or helped out in the tent during the event, we could not have done it without you! The event raised over $60,000 to help in the fight against cancer and GRYP is proud to have been a part in that. This was a record for the Downtown Grand Rapids event. Please keep watching the GRYP website and newsletters for our next volunteer event.

Camp Blodgett Clean-up Recap

The Community Involvement Committee would like to thank all our volunteers that took a Saturday morning on May 3rd to donate their time and efforts to help get Camp Blodgett open for the season. Volunteers spent time painting, doing yard work, and putting together kitchen cabinets. Camp Blodgett allows children that otherwise would not have the means to attend summer camp, the opportunity to have the experience at a very reduced rate. The remaining expenses are made up by community contributions. They rely on those contributions and volunteers to keep the camp going. Thanks again to our GRYP volunteers!

Rock the Block Recap

Thanks to all the GRYP members that came out to support Rock The Block on April 25th. This was an event honoring Habitat for Humanity of Kent County and their 25th Anniversary. Proceeds went to help Habitat continue their efforts in our community. For more information on Habitat for Humanity of Kent County, go to www.habitatkent.org.

Fashion Show/Clothing Drive/Unwind

Stuck in a fashion rut? Looking for new and innovative ways to punch up your current wardrobe? Then plan on attending the GRYP Fashion Show on Thursday, April 24th at Montes! Check out the latest trends in fashion and accessories from Rockford?s favorite boutique, Jade. Located at 17 Squires St, this unique and distinctive boutique features pieces for the office, weekend or night out on the town. Stand out by adding designer denim or a signature top or handbag from the contemporary spring line, and rejoice in the satisfaction of knowing that you won?t be wearing the same outfit as everyone else!