Grand Rapids Rise Player with Purpose
Mar
12
to May 2

Grand Rapids Rise Player with Purpose

Join us in supporting Revive & Thrive Project through the Players With Purpose initiative presented by Lake Michigan Credit Union! Grand Rapids Rise volleyball player Symone Abbott has partnered with Revive & Thrive, a nonprofit dedicated to providing fresh, medically supportive meals to individuals battling cancer, heart disease, and diabetes—all while empowering the next generation through its teen program.

 For every ticket purchased through this special offer, $5 will be donated to Revive & Thrive Project, helping to nourish those in need and create meaningful opportunities for young leaders in our community.

Secure your tickets todayand help us serve up support—one match at a time!

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Celebrate the Harvest
Sep
24
5:30 PM17:30

Celebrate the Harvest

Get ready for an extraordinary evening where culinary artistry meets community spirit at Revive & Thrive Project's 9th Annual Celebrate the Harvest Chef Dinner and Fundraiser!

Join us on September 24, 2025, as the Goei Center transforms into a vibrant hub of exquisite flavors and generosity from 5:30-8 PM. Indulge in a spectacular feast crafted by Revive & Thrive’s Executive Chef Mandy Thompson. The evening continues with our exuberant live auction, where exclusive experiences await the highest bidder! This isn't just a dinner—it's your chance to nourish our community while treating yourself to an unforgettable celebration.

For tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit: https://onecau.se/cth2025.

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Chili Cook-Off
Mar
9
3:00 PM15:00

Chili Cook-Off

Whether you're a master chef ready to showcase your secret recipe or a chili enthusiast eager to taste and vote, this heartwarming event is for you. Bring your appetite and join our community for an afternoon of delicious competition at St. Adalbert's Fraternal Aid—5th St Hall.

  • Got an award-worthy recipe? Enter your chili at onecau.se/chili-cook-off.

  • Just here to taste? Drop in anytime! $10 entry at the door (cash or card).

Your participation helps us continue providing fresh, medically supportive meals to Grand Rapids families facing life-altering illnesses. Every bite makes a difference!

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May
2
to May 12

Access of West Michigan Walk for Good Food

Walk for Good Food with
Team Revive & Thrive!


Team Revive & Thrive needs 25 walkers! Help us raise awareness and crucial funds for our program simply by signing up to walk. 

Visit https://secure.givelively.org/teams/access-of-west-michigan/access-walk-for-good-food-2021/revive-and-thrive-project and click on "Join Team" to sign up as a walker. 

2 options to walk with Team Revive & Thrive in the Access Walk for Good Food:

1. Meet up with Revive & Thrive supporters on Saturday, May 8 at 9am for a socially-distanced walk at Riverside Park. We'll meet at the Boat Launch parking lot near Knapp St NE.

2. Go for a walk in your neighborhood anytime between May 2 - 12. Share a photo of your walk on Facebook or Instagram with @reviveandthriveproject and #Walk4GoodFood. We encourage creativity!

The Walk for Good Food is hosted by Access of West Michigan and benefits Revive & Thrive Project as well as 12 other community organizations supporting local food systems and increased access to healthy food. Learn more about the walk at http://accessofwestmichigan.org/walk/

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Apr
18
4:30 PM16:30

Sowing Seeds Virtual Cooking Class

Join us for our Sowing Seeds Farm to Table Virtual Cooking Class hosted by Chef Michael Farrell and Chef Oliver Hale.

PLANT-BASED MENU*

Spring Salad of Local Greens with pickled red onions, asparagus tips & radishes

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Cakes with asparagus gremolata

Stir fried pea shoots

Chocolate Beet Cake

Meal kits with fresh, local ingredients will be delivered to your door on April 17

To purchase tickets or sponsorships or to make a donation to the event follow the link below:

https://givebutter.com/sowingseeds2021

*all recipes vegan/vegetarian

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Meal Match Month
Sep
1
to Sep 30

Meal Match Month

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During the month of September, thanks to corporate sponsors and individual donors, your donation to Revive and Thrive Project will be matched. Donate today and double the difference your dollars can make. (Please include “Match30” in the comments of your donation.)

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May
3
2:30 PM14:30

Walk for Good Food

Access Walk for Good Food is on May 3rd. The goal of the Walk is to fund non-profit organizations (including Revive & Thrive Project) that address issues of food access and poverty. The efforts of these nonprofit organizations align with the definition of Good Food, which is that Good Food is: 

Healthy (provides nourishment and enables people to thrive)
Fair (no one along the production line was exploited during its creation)
Affordable (all people have access to it)
Green (produced in an environmentally sustainable manner)

The work of the Revive & Thrive Project and the other organizations involved with Walk for Good ranges from community gardening and urban farming, nutrition programs, food pantries and meal programs, to food justice and community development initiatives. Our collaborative work has a vision of a thriving Good Food system for all people.

Over the last 43 years, the Walk has raised over $6 million for dozens of local non-profit organizations. Our goal this year is to have over 750 walkers and raise $85,000.

HELP SUPPORT THE REVIVE & THRIVE PROJECT raise much need funds by joining the 5k walk, sponsoring the event or making a donation.

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CELEBRATE THE HARVEST
Oct
9
5:30 PM17:30

CELEBRATE THE HARVEST

Revive & Thrive Project invites you to Celebrate the Harvest with us!

Wednesday, October 9, 2019 | 5:30PM

Join us at The Lit, a newly renovated historic downtown Grand Rapids venue. Enjoy a unique farm to table dinner featuring local, fresh, seasonal food from our local farmers. There will also be a silent and live auction.

Our keynote speaker, Dawn Opel PhD, is an assistant professor at Michigan State University. She will be discussing putting “Food is Medicine” into action in the state of Michigan. Dr. Opel is a community-engaged action researcher, and partners with nonprofit, government, and healthcare organizations to better coordinate care for patients.

WZZM 13's health reporter and co-host of My West Michigan at 13 on Your Side, Val Lego, will emcee the event. Val has been awarded eight Emmy's and reports on fitness, health and medical breakthroughs in West Michigan.

Proceeds support our mission to provide home delivered meals to those facing a life-threatening illness (such as cancer), empower young people with healthy cooking and job skills, and support local sustainable agriculture.

Click here to purchase tickets.

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SOWING SEEDS RECEPTION
May
3
6:00 PM18:00

SOWING SEEDS RECEPTION

Please join us for a casual reception at our new home on the top floor of the Ferguson Apartment building!  See our organic rooftop garden overlooking downtown Grand Rapids and enjoy the view while sampling some of our nutritious recipes and a glass of wine or other beverage.  Meet and mingle with some of our amazing team members and learn more about us. RSVP to info@reviveandthriveproject.org before April 20.

This event is FREE, but we appreciate donations to help defray event costs! 

 

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We Challenge YOU...
Mar
12
to Apr 11

We Challenge YOU...

...to take the #ReviveAndThriveProject #CancerSucksChallenge! It's about raising awareness of how important good nutrition is during a serious illness such as cancer and supporting our Project. Yes, cancer sucks, and now you can help others by sucking something healthy and nutritious through a straw!      

Click here to learn more about the challenge!!!

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