Agency Details:

Oakdale Neighbors envisions a neighborhood of vitality and peace--a place where individuals and families work together for the common good. To achieve this vision Oakdale Neighbors discovers, develops, and connects skills and resources in the Oakdale neighborhood.

Description:
Oakdale Neighbors implements activities in two program areas: Family Asset Development which includes Vocation and Financial Assets and Community Building which includes Block Organizing and Action, Community Economic Development, and Environmental Care and Sustainability.

History:
Oakdale Neighbors is a Christian community development organization promoting the vitality of the Oakdale neighborhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The organization is a nonprofit corporation with federal 501(c)3 tax-exempt status. It is governed by an eight-member board of directors and has been active in the neighborhood for more than 10 years. The organization values relationships with several churches, foundations, and other organizations.

Contact people:

Tom Bulten, Executive Director, (phone), (email) Larrine Reinhart, Program Manager, (phone), (email)

Address:

1260 Kalamazoo SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.oakdaleneighbors.org

Directions:

Oakdale Neighbors' office is located on Kalamazoo SE, two blocks south of Hall at the corner of Kalamazoo and Hancock.   Nearest Bus Stop: Bus #2 at Fuller and Temple, 5 minute walk

Last updated on September 29, 2009