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CREDIT CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP
Join us for our Credit Confidence Workshop hosted by Mercantile Bank, where we'll break down what credit is and what it isn't.
Whether you're new to credit or looking to improve your score, this workshop will give you the tools and knowledge to navigate the credit system with confidence! Dinner provided.
Questions? Contact us! (616) 451-9140 | info@lincup.org
EXPUNGEMENT RESOURCE FAIR
NEED HELP UNDERSTANDING YOUR EXPUNGEMENT ELIGIBILITY?
This FREE Expungement Resource Fair provides valuable information and one-on-one support from attorneys to help you navigate the expungement process. Anyone in the Grand Rapids community seeking expungement resources is welcome!
For more information contact: Julian Goodson, (616) 451-9140 • julian@lincrev.org
Feed the Block
Feed the Block: Free Food Distribution Event!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, December 12th Time: 10 AM – Until Supplies Last! Location: 341 Hall St SE
Join LINC UP and Feeding America West Michigan for Feed the Block, a free food distribution event dedicated to nourishing our community and ensuring families have access to fresh, nutritious food.
🙌 Want to help? Whether you can lift boxes, greet neighbors, or organize food items, your support makes a difference.
Click here to sign up!
📞 Questions? Call us at (616) 451-9140.
BALLOTS & BRUNCH
Ballots & Brunch is a community-focused voter education and civic engagement event designed to make learning about the voting process informative, welcoming, and accessible.
Join us to learn more about what's on your ballot, understand the voting process, and feel prepared to participate in the upcoming election. YOUR VOTE MATTERS!
Grand Rapids Game Night
Think you know Grand Rapids?
Join us for a game show-style trivia night where Grand Rapids history, local government, neighborhoods, and civic life take center stage.
🗓️ Wednesday, Oct 28th at 6pm
📍 GVSU Allendale Campus, 10582 S Campus Dr
Prizes • Civic Education • Community Dinner
Hosted by: LINC UP & Urban Core Collective
Homeownership Readiness Workshop with Mercantile
HOMEOWNERSHIP READINESS WORKSHOP
🗓️ Wednesday, October 21st | 5:30-7:30pm
📍 LINC UP Gallery - 341 Hall St Se
Receive essential insights on mortgage programs, down payment assistance, and advice on financial preparation for homeownership, including budgeting, credit tips, and more.
Plus, enjoy a complimentary dinner on us!
Questions? Contact us!
(616) 451-9140 | info@lincup.org
JUSTICE-IMPACTED EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE FAIR
Hosted in Collaboration with Taylor Made Reentry, Friend of the Court, the Public Defenders Office, & OS Reentry Services
Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic
CHILD SUPPORT BENCH WARRANT CLINIC
🗓️ WEDNESDAY, OCT 7TH 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
📍LINC UP GALLERY, 341 HALL ST SE
Do you have a bench warrant related to unpaid child support? You're not alone-and you have options.
Join us for a Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic where you can meet with Friend of the Court staff to take the next steps towards resolution without fear of arrest.
WHAT TO BRING:
PROOF OF INCOME IF EMPLOYED/WORKING
PAYMENTS VIA CASH, CREDIT CARDS, CASHIER'S CHECK AND MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED
IF MEDICALLY UNABLE TO WORK, PROOF OF DISABILITY
Attend Confidently. No law enforcement will be present.
Contact us for more information: julian@lincrev.org • (616) 885-0472
Thank you to our partners Kent County Friend of the Court and Taylor Made Re-entry for making this event possible!
CREDIT CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP with Mercantile Bank
CREDIT CONFIDENCE WORKSHOP
with Mercantile Bank
| CREDIT REPAIR & EDUCATION
🗓️ Thursday, September 24th | 5:30-7:30pm
📍 LINC UP Gallery - 341 Hall St Se
Join us for our Credit Confidence Workshop hosted by Mercantile Bank, where we'll break down what credit is and what it isn't.
Whether you're new to credit or looking to improve your score, this workshop will give you the tools and knowledge to navigate the credit system with confidence! Dinner provided.
Questions? Contact us! (616) 451-9140 | info@lincup.org
Feed the Block
Feed the Block: Free Food Distribution Event!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 19th Time: 10 AM – Until Supplies Last! Location: 341 Hall St SE
Join LINC UP and Feeding America West Michigan for Feed the Block, a free food distribution event dedicated to nourishing our community and ensuring families have access to fresh, nutritious food.
🙌 Want to help? Whether you can lift boxes, greet neighbors, or organize food items, your support makes a difference.
Click here to sign up!
📞 Questions? Call us at (616) 451-9140.
Workforce Readiness Workshop
Workforce Readiness Workshop
Ready for your next opportunity? Join LINC UP for a free four-day Workforce Readiness Workshop designed to help you build the confidence and skills employers are looking for.
Throughout this interactive workshop, participants will:
Build confidence for job interviews
Learn what employers expect in today’s workplace
Strengthen communication and professional soft skills
Create or update a resume and cover letter
Practice interviewing and deliver a strong elevator pitch
Participants who successfully complete all four sessions will receive:
Guaranteed interviews with participating employer partners
Professional headshots
Access to business clothing
Employer connections
Workshop Details
📅 August 10-13 (Monday through Thursday)
🕐 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📍 LINC UP - 341 Hall St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Requirements
High school diploma or GED required
Attendance at all four sessions is required
Limited to 15 participants
Registration deadline: August 7 - Register today at lincup.org/workshop. Space is limited.
Questions? 📧 julian@lincrev.org 📞 (616) 885-0472
Coffee with the Chief
COFFEE WITH THE CHIEF
A Community Conversation on Safety in Grand Rapids
Join us for an opportunity to share your experiences, concerns, questions, and hopes for safety in your community with Grand Rapids' newly appointed Chief of Police Joseph Triggs.
This conversation is designed to center community voices and create space for honest dialogue about the issues that matter most to residents. Whether you have concerns you want heard, ideas you want considered, or a vision for what safety looks like in your neighborhood, your perspective is important.
Feed the Block
Feed the Block: Free Food Distribution Event!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, July 18th Time: 10 AM – Until Supplies Last! Location: 341 Hall St SE
Join LINC UP and Feeding America West Michigan for Feed the Block, a free food distribution event dedicated to nourishing our community and ensuring families have access to fresh, nutritious food.
🙌 Want to help? Whether you can lift boxes, greet neighbors, or organize food items, your support makes a difference.
Click here to sign up!
📞 Questions? Call us at (616) 451-9140.
HIRING EVENT AT WEST MICHIGAN WORKS
HIRING EVENT AT WEST MICHIGAN WORKS!
Seeking Maintenance Technicians to perform repairs of all buildings, rental properties, and equipment.
HIRING EVENT AT WEST MICHIGAN WORKS
HIRING EVENT AT WEST MICHIGAN WORKS!
Seeking Maintenance Technicians to perform repairs of all buildings, rental properties, and equipment.
Benefit Concert hosted by The Pyramid Scheme: 2006 A Tribute
FROM THE PYRAMID SCHEME:
“NEW SHOW: Pretty excited to announce the 2nd of this year's tribute shows, this time shining a light on 4 albums we loved from 2006! Members of our local music community built new bands to perform full versions of:
The Killers - Sam's Town
My Chemical Romance - The Black Parade
Deftones - Saturday Night Wrist
Mastodon - Blood Mountain
A portion of proceeds will support the important work that Linc Up does in our community towards racial equity, affordable housing, and advocating for policy change.
Tickets on sale now!
6.28.2026 | all ages | 6pm
pyramidschemebar.com “
Grand Rapids People's Hearing | Environmental Justice
GRAND RAPIDS PEOPLE'S HEARING | Environmental Justice
🗓️ JUNE 3 @ 5:30 PM | LINC UP GALLERY - 341 HALL ST SE
The Grand Rapids People's Hearing brings residents together to share experiences, raise concerns, and help document the issues affecting our neighborhoods. These gatherings create a written and recorded record of community voices to help shape conversations about the future of our city.
Your voice matters. Your experience matters.
MoTown Square Ribbon Cutting
Join LINC UP, Orion Construction, and MoTown Square Development as we celebrate the grand opening of MoTown Square, a new affordable assisted senior living community in the heart of the 49507 neighborhood.
This community celebration marks the opening of a 54-unit development designed for adults ages 55 and older, offering safe, affordable housing paired with supportive services that help residents live with dignity, independence, and care.
This event is open to the public and will include a ribbon cutting ceremony, brief program, guided tours of the building, and light refreshments.
MoTown Square represents more than a new building. It reflects a shared vision for creating housing that meets real community needs and expands access to quality, affordable options for seniors in Grand Rapids.
🗓️ Event Details:
Wednesday, May 27, 2026 • 2PM – 6PM
MoTown Square - 240 Hall St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Ribbon Cutting at 2:00 PM
Come celebrate this important milestone and see firsthand what’s possible when community, partnership, and purpose come together. 🧡
Environmental Justice Panel
Environmental Justice Panel
🗓️ Wed, May 13 6 PM - 8 PM | LINC UP Gallery - 341 Hall St SE
Join LINC UP, Grand Valley Metro Council, Alpha Phi Alpha Inc, and the City of Grand Rapids for an important community conversation about environmental justice in Grand Rapids.
During this panel discussion, representatives will share updates and insights on the current environmental landscape of our city and how it directly impacts the health, safety, and stability of our neighborhoods.
The evening will include dinner and a live Q and A, giving community members an opportunity to ask questions and engage directly with panelists.
Grand Rapids People's Hearing | Voter Education
GRAND RAPIDS PEOPLE'S HEARING | Voter Education
🗓️ MAY 6 @ 5:30 PM | LINC UP GALLERY - 341 HALL ST SE
The Grand Rapids People's Hearing brings residents together to share experiences, raise concerns, and help document the issues affecting our neighborhoods. These gatherings create a written and recorded record of community voices to help shape conversations about the future of our city.
Your voice matters. Your experience matters.
Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic
CHILD SUPPORT BENCH WARRANT CLINIC | Clear the Path. Get Support. Move Forward.
🗓️ WEDNESDAY, MAY 6TH 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM 📍LINC UP GALLERY, 341 HALL ST SE
Do you have a bench warrant related to unpaid child support? You're not alone-and you have options.
Join us for a Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic where you can meet with Friend of the Court staff to take the next steps towards resolution without fear of arrest.
WHAT TO BRING:
PROOF OF INCOME IF EMPLOYED/WORKING
PAYMENTS VIA CASH, CREDIT CARDS, CASHIER'S CHECK AND MONEY ORDERS ACCEPTED
IF MEDICALLY UNABLE TO WORK, PROOF OF DISABILITY
Attend Confidently. No law enforcement will be present.
Contact us for more information: julian@lincrev.org • (616) 885-0472
Thank you to our partners Kent County Friend of the Court and Taylor Made Re-entry for making this event possible!
Expungement Resource Fair
EXPUNGEMENT RESOURCE FAIR
🗓️ FRIDAY APRIL 24TH, 11AM - 3PM | LINC UP GALLERY - 341 HALL ST SE
NEED HELP UNDERSTANDING YOUR EXPUNGEMENT ELIGIBILITY?
This FREE Expungement Resource Fair provides valuable information and one-on-one support from attorneys to help you navigate the expungement process. Anyone in the Grand Rapids community seeking expungement resources is welcome!
For more information contact: Julian Goodson, (616) 885-0472 • julian@lincrev.org
Thank you to our partners Safe & Just Michigan & Taylor Made Re-Entry!
Youth Summer Resource Fair
YOUTH SUMMER RESOURCE FAIR
🗓️ TUESDAY, APRIL 14 | 3PM-6PM
AT THE LINC UP GALLERY: 341 HALL ST SE
Let's get our young people connected to opportunity!
This is your one stop shop to find safe, fun, and meaningful opportunities for youth this summer. Here’s what to expect:
Summer jobs
Camps and enrichment
Sports and recreation
Youth leadership programs
Activities for all ages!
*We are currently accepting vendors! If your organization serves youth and families, contact us to participate.
Contact: Julian Goodson, (616) 885-0472 | julian@lincrev.org
Grand Rapids People's Hearing
GRAND RAPIDS PEOPLE'S HEARING
The Grand Rapids People's Hearing brings residents together to share experiences, raise concerns, and help document the issues affecting our neighborhoods. These gatherings create a written and recorded record of community voices to help shape conversations about the future of our city.
UPCOMING HEARINGS:
APRIL 2 @ 5:30 PM I PUBLIC SAFETY
MAY 6 @ 5:30 PM I VOTER EDUCATION
JUNE 3 @ 5:30 PM I ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
At the LINC UP GALLERY - 341 HALL ST SE
Your voice matters. Your experience matters. Join us!
Feed the Block
Feed the Block: Free Food Distribution Event!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, March 21st Time: 10 AM – Until Supplies Last! Location: 341 Hall St SE
Join LINC UP and Feeding America West Michigan for Feed the Block, a free food distribution event dedicated to nourishing our community and ensuring families have access to fresh, nutritious food.
🙌 Want to help? Whether you can lift boxes, greet neighbors, or organize food items, your support makes a difference.
Click here to sign up!
📞 Questions? Call us at (616) 451-9140.
GRCC PUBLIC WORKS ACADEMY INFO SESSION
GRCC PUBLIC WORKS ACADEMY INFO SESSION
🗓️ Thursday, March 12 5:30-7 p.m. | LINC UP - 1167 Madison Ave. SE
Join Grand Rapids Community College and LINC UP to explore a rewarding career in Public Works. The Public Works Academy is a 14-week program beginning April 2026 that offers a comprehensive pathway into high demand careers with local municipalities.
Paid work opportunities as you learn — no experience required! CDL training for Public Works and Prep for Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) also available.
COST AND ELIGIBILITY:
The program cost is $700. If you live in the City of Grand Rapids, your cost is only $50!
Open to applicants over 18 years old. High school diploma or GED is recommended. Must be able to complete a criminal background check, have a valid driver’s license, a good driving record and no recent OWIs.
Those who successfully complete the program will be eligible for potential careers such as the following:
• Building specialist • Engineering technician • Equipment operator • Fleet service technician • Maintenance worker for utilities, streets, grounds and buildings • Parking violations checker • Plant assistant • Safety specialist • Tree trimmer • Truck driver • Utility aide
LEARN MORE:
workforcetraining@grcc.edu (616) 234-3800 grcc.edu/PublicWorks
Pre-City Commission Dinner
Pre-City Commission Dinner at LINC UP
Join LINC UP on Tuesday, February 24 at 5:30 PM for a Pre-City Commission Dinner at the LINC UP Gallery (341 Hall St SE). This community-centered evening is designed to bring neighbors together for a shared meal and meaningful dialogue around the most pressing issues facing our city.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage in real conversations that impact our neighborhoods. After dinner, we’ll travel as a group to the City Commission meeting to ensure our voices are heard and our concerns are represented.
Free dinner and transportation to and from City Hall are provided.
Have questions? Reach out to: 📧 civic-engagement@lincrev.org
Let’s make change happen together!
Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic
Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic
🗓️ Wednesday, January 28 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Location: LINC UP Gallery, 341 Hall St SE
Do you have a bench warrant related to unpaid child support? You’re not alone — and you have options.
Join us for a Child Support Bench Warrant Clinic where you can meet with Friend of the Court staff and take steps toward resolving your warrant without fear of arrest. Law enforcement will not be present.
This clinic is a safe, supportive space to move forward and access the help you need.
What to bring:
Proof of income (if employed/working)
Accepted payments: cash, credit/debit cards, cashier’s checks, or money orders
If medically unable to work, please bring proof of disability
📧 For more information, contact: info@lincup.org
Expungement Resource Fair
Expungement Resource Fair
🗓️ Friday, January 16 • 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: LINC UP Gallery, 341 Hall St SE
Need help understanding if you qualify for expungement? Join us for a FREE Expungement Resource Fair to get the information and one-on-one support you need to move forward.
Attorneys and resource providers will be available to help you navigate the expungement process, answer questions, and guide you through the steps to clear your record.
This event is open to anyone in the Grand Rapids community seeking expungement support.
📧 For more information, contact: info@lincup.org
Justice Captain Training @ UCC
Are you passionate about public education or stopping the increase of utility costs? Become a volunteer signature collector aka Justice Captain to help us win two statewide ballot initiatives related to public school funding and utility costs.
Join us on Thursday, January 15th from 6-8pm at 413 Hall St SE Suite #1, GR 49507 for an interactive Justice Captain training hosted by LINC UP and the Urban Core Collective. Dinner will be provided! RSVP at bit.ly/justicecaptLINCUP
Feed the Block
Feed the Block: Free Food Distribution Event!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, November 22nd Time: 10 AM – Until Supplies Last! Location: 341 Hall St SE
Join LINC UP and Feeding America West Michigan for Feed the Block, a free food distribution event dedicated to nourishing our community and ensuring families have access to fresh, nutritious food.
🙌 Want to help? Whether you can lift boxes, greet neighbors, or organize food items, your support makes a difference.
Click here to sign up!
📞 Questions? Call us at (616) 451-9140.