BAXTER COMMUNITY CENTER

Baxter Community Center is an established neighborhood hub in southeast Grand Rapids, Michigan that operates a child development center, a wholistic medical and dental clinic, a food & clothing marketplace, greenhouse programming, and a range of educational and enrichment classes. The organization serves both immediate basic needs (food, clothing, emergency assistance) and longer-term supports for children and families (early childhood education, out-of-school programming, health services). In recent filings and reports (fiscal years 2022–2024) Baxter reported annual revenues in the low millions and program spending concentrated in three areas: educational services (childcare and out-of-school programs), healthcare (medical and dental clinic), and community engagement/emergency assistance. In the most recent public materials Baxter reports thousands served annually through its marketplace and health center and continues active partnerships with local funders and community initiatives to expand access for low-income families.