For Immediate Release
March 21, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Emmy Riemersma
Membership & Marketing Coordinator
Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce
272 E 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423
616.392.9634 | emmy@westcoastchamber.org
Michigan West Coast Chamber Hosts 4th Annual Community Impact Day, Expanding Reach Across Michigan
Holland, MI – The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its 4th annual Community Impact Day on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM, and this year’s event is bigger than ever. With a goal of mobilizing 2,025 volunteers locally and expanding participation to nearly 10 other communities across the state, the initiative is set to turn ripples of service into tidal waves of impact.
Over 100 local nonprofit locations have submitted volunteer opportunities, offering businesses, teams, and individuals a chance to give back in meaningful ways. From hands-on service projects to community clean-ups, there are countless ways for volunteers to make a difference. In an exciting development, nearly 10 additional Chambers of Commerce across Michigan have signed on to host Community Impact Day in their communities at the same time, multiplying the event’s impact beyond West Michigan. This expansion reflects a growing movement of businesses and individuals coming together to serve and strengthen their communities.
"Community Impact Day is all about what we can accomplish when we come together with purpose," said Jodi Owczarski, President and CEO of the West Coast Chamber. “This year, we’re rallying 2,025 volunteers right here in our community and sparking action in communities across the state. Every act of service creates a ripple effect, and together, we’re making tidal waves of impact—strengthening neighborhoods, supporting organizations, and driving real, lasting change.”
Community Impact Day is open to all individuals, businesses, and organizations looking to make a difference. Those interested in participating can explore volunteer opportunities and sign up through the West Coast Chamber’s website at https://bit.ly/41GBado. Volunteers who sign up before Friday, April 11 will receive a free Community Impact Day t-shirt.
The following organizations have signed up to host volunteers locally during Community Impact Day:
- 3Sixty
- Arbor Circle
- Benjamin’s Hope
- Bethany Christian Services
- Boys’ and Girls’ Club
- Camp Blodgett
- Camp Sunshine
- Catholic Charities of West Michigan
- CDS Lakeshore Head Start
- City on a Hill
- City on a Hill – Doors of Hope
- Community Action House
- Compassionate Heart Ministries
- Critter Barn
- Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan
- Empowering Youth Global Connection
- Escape Ministries
- Evergreen Commons
- Fellinlove Farm
- First Tee West Michigan
- Friends Of The Felt Estate
- Gateway Mission
- Geneva Camp & Retreat Center
- Georgetown Harmony Homes
- Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore
- Good Samaritan Ministries
- Grant Me Hope
- Hand2Hand
- Harbor House Ministries
- Harbor Humane Society
- Harmony Communities
- Harvest Stand Ministries
- Herrick District Library
- Hestóvin Stables
- Holland Aquatic Center
- Holland Board of Public Works
- Holland Charter Township
- Holland Christian Schools
- Holland Community Theatre
- Holland Deacons’ Conference
- Holland Museum
- Holland Parks and Recreation
- Holland Public Schools
- Hope Pkgs
- Hungry for Christ
- Inclusive Ottawa County
- Kids’ Food Basket
- Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity
- Lakeshore Little People’s Place
- Latin Americans United for Progress (LAUP)
- Love Your Neighbor
- Meals on Wheels Western Michigan
- Mediation Services
- Michigan Fosters
- Nestlings Diaper Bank
- ODC Network
- Out on the Lakeshore
- Park Theater Foundation
- Port Sheldon Township
- Reach for Recovery
- Ready for School
- Red Horse Center
- Renew Therapeutic Riding Center
- Resilience Advocates for Ending Violence
- Resthaven
- Ripple Effect
- Saugatuck Center for the Arts
- South Olive Christian School
- Starlight Ministries
- The Salvation Army
- Tulip Time
- Versiti Blood Center of Michigan
- Wishbone Pet Rescue
Additional organizations are welcome to participate by submitting their service opportunities at https://bit.ly/4idYyWQ.
Immediately after the volunteer blitz, community members are invited to attend the Community Impact Day Celebration from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Holland Civic Center to share experiences from the day, catch up with friends and colleagues, and enjoy complimentary food and beverages.
We’d like to thank our 2025 Community Impact Day Program Sponsor, LG Energy Solution Michigan, for generously supporting this impactful event.
Additional sponsors include – Leadership & Talent Development Lead Sponsor: Fifth Third Bank
Community Impact Day Gold Sponsors: 4Front Credit Union, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Care Network of Michigan, Buist Electric, JR Automation, Koops Automation Systems, Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge
Community Impact Day Silver Sponsors: Boar’s Head Provisions Co., Inc., ClickBid, Consumers Energy, Creative Dining Services, Inc., GRCC Lakeshore Campus, Haworth, Inc., Holland Board of Public Works, InsITe Business Solutions, Lake Michigan Credit Union, Lakewood Construction, Quality Car Wash, RedWater Group, The trU Group
About the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce:
The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce serves over 1,200 member businesses and their 80,000 employees in the Holland and Zeeland areas. As a Catalyst, Convener, and Champion, the Chamber connects member businesses to the resources they need to be successful. The Chamber has been recognized with the U.S. Chamber’s prestigious Five Star Accreditation. Less than 1% of chambers in the Country receive this distinction. Learn more by visiting www.westcoastchamber.org.