Vibrant Futures

09/10/2026

Only a few weeks left until the Champions for Childcare Summit so be sure to register today! From learning and networking to celebrating the incredible people who make early childhood education possible, last year was one to remember. And we’re getting ready to do it all again!

Join us Saturday, September 26 for the 2026 Champions for Childcare Summit.
Register here: https://vibrantfuturesmi.org/annual-conference/

09/09/2026

Interested in being a vendor at the 2026 Champions for Childcare Summit?

Vibrant Futures is looking for organizations and businesses interested in connecting with childcare providers, early childhood professionals, and parents at this year’s Champions for Childcare Summit on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Prince Conference Center at Calvin University in Grand Rapids.

If your organization/business is interested in being a vendor, reach out to Vibrant Futures to learn more and express your interest. Comment here or email Tess at [email protected].

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Prince Conference Center at Calvin University | Grand Rapids, MI

09/07/2026

08/31/2026

Childcare is economic infrastructure and addressing the child care shortage requires all of us. Hear from community leaders, developers, municipalities, investors, and other partners about emerging collaborative child care models across Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Montcalm, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, and Ottawa counties.

🎫 Driving Michigan Prosperity
📅 Tuesday, September 15
⏰ 8:00–11:00 AM
📍 Prince Conference Center & Hotel, Grand Rapids, MI

Interested in attending? Fill out the interest form to receive an invitation:
https://forms.gle/3KKUa28HCaxsZD2h7

08/27/2026

A look back at last year’s Champions for Childcare Summit!

From learning and networking to celebrating the incredible people who make early childhood education possible, last year was one to remember. And we’re getting ready to do it all again!

Join us Saturday, September 26 for the 2026 Champions for Childcare Summit.

Register here: https://vibrantfuturesmi.org/annual-conference/

08/26/2026

The 2026 Champions for Childcare Summit is almost here! Don’t miss your spot — register TODAY!

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 Prince Conference Center at Calvin University
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:00 PM

Register here: https://vibrantfuturesmi.org/annual-conference/

We can’t wait to see you there!

08/19/2026

Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Champions for Childcare Summit!

Join us on Saturday, September 26th, from 8:30 AM–3:00 PM at Prince Conference Center at Calvin University for a full day of learning, connection, and celebration of the incredible work childcare providers and parents do every day.

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Prince Conference Center @ Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Registration is available through MiRegistry. Search for event #199215 or register here: https://go.miregistry.org/.../conferencee.../199215/register

08/17/2026

Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Champions for Childcare Summit!

Join us on Saturday, September 26th, from 8:30 AM–3:00 PM at Prince Conference Center at Calvin University for a full day of learning, connection, and celebration of the incredible work childcare providers and parents do every day.

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 8:30 AM–3:00 PM
📍 Prince Conference Center @ Calvin University
1800 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Registration is available through MiRegistry. Search for event #199215 or register here: https://go.miregistry.org/v7/conferenceevents/199215/register