WestGrand's Idea: STOCKING COMMUNITY HUB
STOCKING COMMUNITY HUB Building Stronger Neighborhoods Together🌟
A Once-in-a-Generation OpportunityThe West Grand community has spoken clearly — we need more spaces for learning, wellness, safety, food access, and opportunity. We also have a rare and extraordinary chance to have those needs met under one historical roof: the former Stocking Elementary School.Today, this building sits unused. But with your support, it can become the heartbeat of West Grand, a vibrant hub where neighbors of all ages find stability, connection, and opportunity.💛
Why West Grand Needs the HubThe 2025 West Grand Top 25 Community Needs Assessment highlights urgent neighborhood priorities: affordable housing, mental health, food insecurity, youth engagement, senior supports, workforce development, and access to safe community spaces.The Stocking Hub aligns with 88% of these top needs, making it one of the most impactful community investments in years.🏛️
What the Hub Will Offer· Education & Workforce Development – tutoring, adult education, trades training, certifications· Youth & Senior Programs – afterschool programs, childcare, mentorship, senior resources· Health & Wellness – mental health services, fitness, wellness workshops· Food Access – community kitchen, pantry support, food sovereignty gardens· Arts, Culture & Community Life – theater, music, exhibitions, meeting spaces🚀
The Capital CampaignTo transform the former Stocking Elementary School into a neighborhood anchor, we are launching a bold capital campaign: To purchase the site, renovate it, and secure long-term sustainability. This effort is being made in a multi-phase approach. On Giving Tuesday, we are launching Phase 1 of our Capital Campaign.This investment ensures the Hub becomes a lasting home for West Side nonprofits, youth and senior programs, workforce development, food access, health and wellness initiatives, and equitable housing partnerships.This is a rare opportunity — meaning every dollar you give goes directly into transforming lives.🌱
Your Gift Makes the DifferenceYour support helps provide:
• Safe, welcoming spaces
• Healthy meals & food access
• Trades and workforce training
• Mental health supports
• Senior and youth services
• Opportunities for small businesses
• A stronger, connected neighborhood💛
Join Us in Building the Stocking Community HubYour generosity will transform an empty building into a place of hope, connection, and opportunity for generations.
👉 Learn More today: https://www.westgrand.org/stocking-hub
👉 Contact: Annette Vandenberg | annette@westgrand.org | (616) 451-0150