Open Statement Against Racism and Systems of Oppression

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What is ENTF?

Since 1982, Kent County Essential Needs Task Force (ENTF) has been committed to aligning systems through partnership and collaboration to ensure all residents of Kent County have access to resources to meet their basic needs.

Unemployment Disparities

A report paid for by the Kellogg Foundation, and completed by the Community Research Institute at Grand Valley State University demonstrates that the low overall unemployment rate for Kent county does not apply to all of it's residents.

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Who Has Access?

Through a partnership with Feeding America West Michigan the ENTF is creating maps to study where gaps in access to fresh fruits and vegetables exist throughout Kent County.

DIAL 2-1-1: Call 2-1-1 or 1-800-887-1107 to get connected to resources.
LIVE CHAT: Chat online with a trained information and referral specialist.
EMAIL: Email 2-1-1 to learn about helpful services in your area.
TEXT: Text your zip code to 898211*
MARQUE 2-1-1: Llame al 2-1-1 o al 1-800-887-1107 para conectarse a los recursos.
CHAT EN VIVO: Chatee en línea con un especialista capacitado en información y referencias.
CORREO ELECTRÓNICO: Envíe un correo electrónico al 2-1-1 para conocer los servicios en su área.
TEXTO: Envía tu código postal al 898211