Our Mission
Believing in the value of diversity and equity, Inclusive Ottawa County aims to encourage and uplift historically-excluded populations through community, resources, and educational programs.
Our Story
Inclusive Ottawa County (IOC) was founded in 2022. It all started from a community Facebook group whose members then began to meet regularly at parks. After two years of engaging with the community, it was clear that Ottawa County needed more support and advocacy for historically-excluded people. This led to forming Inclusive Ottawa County as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Inclusive Ottawa County is currently located at 4950 32nd Ave., Ste. A, Hudsonville, MI. However we will be moving in the spring! We’re dedicated to continuing to put free resources into the hands of our neighbors, eliminating waste, and creating a space where the community can come together to support one another.
In order to continue our mission, we’re raising money for moving costs, storage, and purchase/long term rental of another facility for our resource rooms! Many people have asked, and at this time we’re halting all clothing donations. Monetary giving is the most helpful in this time of transition! Our organization is 100% donation funded and volunteer labor, so every cent goes directly into impacting your neighbors.
What does that impact look like?
IOC will be celebrating its 5th year during April (move out month), and in an average month in ’24/’25 we served 50 neighbors a month, finding new homes for nearly 500 items a month and keeping nearly 1000 items/month out of landfills through thrifting/recycling.
Please help us continue our mission to support our community, CLICK HERE to donate!
We are so thankful for all the support as we move forward with this transition,
IOC Board
What People Say About IOC
I can’t love this resource enough. I love seeing it grow and having it available as needed!
-Taliyn M.
So grateful to be a part of a group doing such great things for the community.
-Emily M.
Grateful for the work of Inclusive Ottawa County and their desire to share some of my story and perspective in our community.
-Jared K.
Our Code Of Conduct
The Code of Conduct Policy sets forth the standards of behavior expected of all participants in Inclusive Ottawa County. This includes board members, volunteers, attendees, and any other individuals involved in the organization or events.
All participants are expected to:
- Act with honesty, integrity, and fairness at all times.
- Respect the rights, dignity, and worth of all individuals, regardless of their background, race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, or disability.
- Follow the principles of the organization, respecting the decisions of IOC officials, and showing good faith efforts to act in the best interest of the organization with respect to all those who attend IOC.
- Promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Act in a way that reflects positively on IOC and the organization at large.
By participating in Inclusive Ottawa County, all individuals acknowledge and agree to abide by this Code of Conduct. Violations may result in disciplinary actions, including suspension or termination of participation, as outlined above.
To view the full Code of Conduct Click Here.
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