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Established in 2015

Kentwood, Michigan has a long and proud history of being a community where people hold the values of hard work, faith, and family in the highest regard. From these values the Stouffer-Kentwood Foundation was formed and later seeded the basis for the Kentwood Community Foundation. In Mayor Stephen Kepley's first year in office, he sparked the discussion to utilize the Stouffer-Kentwood resources to create a foundation that would initiate positive growth in the Kentwood community.

All About Us

The Kentwood Community Foundation was formed to secure success and opportunity for our community, and to make #Kentwoodstrong. Our team of board members are committed to this mission and look forward to initiating positive growth in the city of Kentwood.

  • Mentor youth to reach their fullest potential

  • Seed innovative educational and early childhood strategies to enhance learning

  • Support Kentwood's immigrant families to successfully navigate their new community

Youth & Education

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  • Enhance Kentwood's neighborhood and business district identities

  • Build community and help activate citizens in their government

  • Promote safe neighborhoods

Neighborhood Vitality

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  • Inspire Kentwood residents to build their entrepreneurial skills and grow locally owned businesses

  • Support workforce development strategies to promote career advancement opportunities and family economic security

  • Use Kentwood's parks, land, and infrastructure to support a vibrant local economy

Economic Prosperity

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Our Pillars For Success

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