MomsBloom is inviting the community to "Grow the Village" from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 14 at Leadlight Counseling, 217 E. 24th St. (Suite 201) in Holland, according to a community announcement.
The free event aims to rally support for the continuation of postpartum services in Ottawa County. Attendees will hear from clients and volunteers about their experiences and learn how MomsBloom reduces isolation and stress for parents, helping to prevent postpartum depression and anxiety.
There will be light refreshments and opportunities to connect with community members. Attendees can earn raffle tickets for a chance to win local gifts and experiences.
MomsBloom is a community-driven nonprofit providing in-home postpartum support to families across West Michigan. With the help of trained volunteers, the organization has supported hundreds of families in Holland, Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Hudsonville and Coopersville.
MomsBloom is seeking to transition from pilot to permanence.
"Our services only exist because of local people who show up for families," wrote Kimber Wager, executive director of MomsBloom. "Volunteers donate their time, and donors provide the resources to keep our trained staff doing this critical work."
While the event is free, RSVPs are requested and donations are encouraged to sustain and expand the work. Learn more at momsbloom.org/growthevillage.
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