Providing neighbors a way of collectively building a healthy, historically preserved community in which people can live and work in a stable environment

Van Andel Institute Purple Community is a grassroots fundraising program whose dedicated volunteers support VAI’s mission of improving the health and enhancing the lives of current and future generations.

To empower Heartside and surrounding communities to become healthier through increased access to healthy foods and nutrition education

To demonstrate the compassion of Jesus Christ, through rescue and restoration for anyone experiencing hunger and homelessness

To provide a therapeutic, nature-based learning and working facility that allows all individuals to live a meaningful, satisfying life and to reach their highest potential