Women's Resource Center

Women's Resource Center Women's Resource Center equips women to achieve purpose, fulfillment, and financial stability through meaningful employment.

A job is so much more than a paycheck. Employment is so much more than something to do every week. Women who successfully achieve economic independence fulfill their personal potential. They model perseverance and self-sufficiency to their children. And most importantly, they view themselves as successful people who are in control of their own destinies. Women’s Resource Center gives women the res

ources they need to create their own change, transforming them into positive influences that enrich their communities.

05/18/2026

Sometimes the work comes full circle. For Beth Larsen, a career that began in advocating for women has grown into a lifelong commitment to dignity, access, and opportunity, Now, through her role on the Board of Directors of Women’s Resource Center, she brings that purpose together with years of leadership and financial expertise, helping ensure this work continues to grow and serve women well into the future. She’s part of the why behind this work.

Women's Resource Center is hiring an Empower Coach.This role is about walking alongside women as they navigate barriers,...
05/05/2026

Women's Resource Center is hiring an Empower Coach.

This role is about walking alongside women as they navigate barriers, build confidence, and take meaningful steps toward employment and stability.

Through our Empower program, coaches work one-on-one with women to identify strengths, address challenges, and create personalized plans for the future. Whether through career coaching or connection to our Women Mentoring Women program, this work is rooted in encouragement, accountability, and belief in what’s possible.

If you’re passionate about supporting women, building relationships, and helping others move forward, we’d love to hear from you.

Learn more and apply: https://grwrc.org/careers/

Please join us in welcoming MaKenzy Aylward, WRC’s New Beginnings Career Coach! MaKenzy is known for her exceptional abi...
05/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming MaKenzy Aylward, WRC’s New Beginnings Career Coach! MaKenzy is known for her exceptional ability to guide individuals toward thoughtful decisions that help move their lives forward. We’re excited to have her on our team and look forward to the positive impact she’ll make in our community.

Women’s Resource Center is grateful to receive $300,000 in grant funding from Grand Rapids Community Foundation to suppo...
04/22/2026

Women’s Resource Center is grateful to receive $300,000 in grant funding from Grand Rapids Community Foundation to support our work across Kent County. This investment helps ensure women have access to career coaching, training, and the support needed to pursue meaningful employment and long-term financial stability.

When women have access to opportunity, the impact reaches far beyond the individual — strengthening families, workplaces, and our entire community. Thank you to Grand Rapids Community Foundation for your partnership in this work!

We’re grateful to welcome two new members to Women’s Resource Center Board of Directors.Please join us in welcoming Dr. ...
04/09/2026

We’re grateful to welcome two new members to Women’s Resource Center Board of Directors.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Heather Jach Turner of Heather Jach Turner Consulting, LLC, and Beth Larsen of JMT Consulting, Inc., who will serve on the Executive Committee as Treasurer.

Board members play a vital role in guiding our work and strengthening our impact across the community. We are thankful for their willingness to serve and for their shared commitment to ensuring women have access to opportunity, confidence, and meaningful employment.

Looking for professional clothing for work or an upcoming opportunity?Women’s Resource Center is hosting a clothing give...
03/27/2026

Looking for professional clothing for work or an upcoming opportunity?

Women’s Resource Center is hosting a clothing giveaway through our Business Boutique, offering free professional attire to help women feel confident and prepared for the workplace.

Join us:

April 14 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
April 15 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
April 16 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Whether you're preparing for interviews, starting a new job, or refreshing your wardrobe, we’re here to support you.

Because confidence matters — and every woman deserves to show up feeling ready.

Women’s History Month isn’t only about looking back. It’s about asking what kind of future we’re building.In 2025 alone,...
03/23/2026

Women’s History Month isn’t only about looking back. It’s about asking what kind of future we’re building.

In 2025 alone, women in our community:

• Completed thousands of coaching sessions
• Secured new employment
• Achieved goals in housing, wellness, transportation, and financial stability

Every number represents a woman, a story, and a future in motion. Thank you to everyone who walks alongside women in this work.

Women’s History Month reminds us that progress happens one story at a time. At Women's Resource Center, every coaching s...
03/16/2026

Women’s History Month reminds us that progress happens one story at a time. At Women's Resource Center, every coaching session, every new job, every goal achieved represents a woman stepping into her next chapter. She’s the why behind this work. Her determination. Her growth. Her future. And when we invest in her, we invest in our entire community.

Representative Carol Glanville, Michigan House of Representatives representing the 84th district, recently visited the W...
03/10/2026

Representative Carol Glanville, Michigan House of Representatives representing the 84th district, recently visited the Women’s Resource Center for a tour. During her visit, she expressed a strong interest in learning more about the Center’s programs and the impact of our work in the community.

Today, we celebrate International Women’s Day.We celebrate the women who lead, who care, who rebuild, who mentor, who wo...
03/08/2026

Today, we celebrate International Women’s Day.

We celebrate the women who lead, who care, who rebuild, who mentor, who work hard behind the scenes, and who step forward even when the path feels uncertain. We also celebrate the women walking through our doors, seeking opportunity, building confidence, and creating stability for themselves and their families.

When women thrive, communities grow stronger. That’s worth celebrating.

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Grand Rapids, MI

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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