We exist to help students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding business community ideate, create and launch their new ideas.

In short, we help people innovate. Visit our website for more information!

Welcome to the New Territory Arts Association, a non-profit organization promoting the arts in Benton Harbor. Enjoy all that the Arts District has to offer in cuisine, art, entertainment and most of all.. the people!

Benton Harbor Sunrise Rotary is part of Rotary International, the greatest service organization in the world.  We are one of 32,000 clubs in 200 countries. Our club focuses on the youth of Benton Harbor.

The Berrien Community Foundation is a center of philanthropy in Berrien County.

We work continuously to connect the power of people who care with causes and organizations that strengthen our communities. Through endowments, BCF offers grants, scholarships and other funds to support programs and projects to meet the ever-changing needs of Berrien County now and into the future. BCF offers opportunities for individuals to fulfill chartable intentions through life-end giving and estate planning.

For information about BCF, call 269-983-3304 or visit www.berriencommunity.org

The Berrien County Cancer Service, Inc. provides a unique nursing service for the people of Berrien County. We specialize in skilled home nursing care for cancer patients and those with related serious illnesses at no cost.

For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/mdhhs

The Berrien County Historical Association was established in 1968 to preserve the 1839 County Courthouse and serve as the heart of Berrien County’s past.  Since then, the grounds have expanded to include four additional buildings and is now referred to as the History Center at Courthouse Square.  Today the Square and its environs are owned by Berrien County and are under the care of the Berrien County Parks Department while the BCHA continues its mission as stewards to the history of the past.

Beginning January 3, 2024, the History Center at Courthouse Square will charge admission to the museum and grounds.  It will be $5.00 per person and BCHA members, Berrien County Park pass holders, and children under 5 years old will receive free admission.

Please note during the winter months, the Murdoch Log Cabin and Bennett's Forge are not open when the temperature drops below 40* because these spaces are not regulated.

The primary functions of the Veteran Services office are to be knowledgeable of all facets of VA benefits and provide assistance to the veteran when developing and filing a claim. In addition, the office processes applications for county burial benefits and emergency monetary assistance as mandated by the State of Michigan. The office also maintains an active outreach program, informing area veterans' organizations of the services rendered.

Berrien County Youth Fair

At Birthright, we understand the challenges related to unplanned pregnancies. Birthright is available to women for as long as they need us. We offer love, friendship, and support to women who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant.  Birthright is interdenominational and is not involved in any political activities, or lobbying. Birthright’s focus is on loving the mother, reminding her that there is hope and ensuring she is not alone.

The Blossomtime Festival, established in 1906, is the oldest and largest multi-community Festival in the state of Michigan.  We hope you get to join with us in celebrating our beautiful Southwestern Michigan.

The Berrien Artist Guild, Inc., founded in 1962, purchased the historic Williams Bros. Paper Box Mfg. building in 1995. This small group of enthusiastic artists converted the old factory building into today’s multi-use arts facility known as the Box Factory for the Arts where all the arts are celebrated. Our multi-use arts center includes artist studios, galleries a performance stage, classrooms, Art Shop, meeting space and more. Three floors of the 55,000-sq-ft building have been devoted to the arts since 1995 when the Berrien Artist Guild, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, purchased the historic (c.1903) Williams Brothers Paper Box Factory.

Summer Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm; Thursday, 10am-7pm.

Inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

For more than 20 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Southwest Michigan has been helping kids aged 6–18 create Great Futures. In addition to recreational and extracurricular activities, Boys & Girls Club provides after-school tutoring to put kids on a path to academic success, mentoring to guide members to create good character and leadership, and proven programming for youth to have access to healthy lifestyles.

Is drinking or other drug use interfering with life and you don't know what you need, but you know you want to feel differently?

Carol's Hope is a FREE, substance use disorder navigational program designed to take the stress and worry from choosing a path to addiction recovery.  We strive to strengthen our communities by assisting anyone from anywhere develop their individualized approach to recovery.

We provide unbiased, judgement free HELP by a state certified, Peer Recovery Coach.  Whether a person is ready to begin steps toward recovery, need support any time of the day to stay on the path to recovery, or a loved one is seeking understanding on how they can help a person struggling with an addiction; Carol's Hope is here for you, FREE of charge.

*** Carol's Hope is not a treatment center.  

***Adults with substance use disorder are able to stay at Carol's Hope for up to 23 hours until placement or a program is designed for them.

***People under 18 cannot stay at Carol's Hope, but guidance is provided on how to get help.  

***No insurance, no problem.  We help navigate that obstacle as well.

Comprehensive music and dance instruction offered year round.

Mission - To develop the skills and character of individuals of every age and ethnicity through dance, music education, and performance.

10 days of more than 75 award-winning features, documentaries, and shorts at eight screening locations along with hands-on workshops and post-screening discussions. Venues include the ARS Gallery Arts & Culture Center, Bridgman Public Library, Citadel Dance & Music Center (Oak Room), Krasl Art Center, the Loma Theatre, the New Buffalo Township Library, the Michigan City Public Library and the Stanley Clark School in South Bend.

The Curious Kids’ Museum inspires children to explore and learn through cooperative hands-on play.

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, next to Silver Beach, Curious Kids’ Museum (CKM) and the new Curious Kids’ Discovery Zone (DZ) invites you to come play, learn and be curious!

CKM was founded by educators and parents to provide an environment that invites curiosity, allows exploration, celebrates childhood and inspires learning!

Opened in 1989, the Museum on the Bluff has fulfilled the founders’ mission to provide a place where “Learning is Fun” through interactive, hands-on exhibits. In 2010, the Curious Kids’ Museum had the opportunity to expand and open a second location in partnership with the Silver Beach Carousel and Shadowland Ballroom, by opening DZ below the bluff.

With a shared mission and philosophy, both museums are places where children and their adults can pursue their natural curiosity through creative, hands-on play!

Eden Springs Park is a historical amusement park which offers miniature train rides and museum on weekends on Memorial Day weekend and then from 4th of July weekend through Labor Day. There are special evening Halloween rides in October and Christmas themed rides in December.

We are conveniently close to many local attractions, including: beaches on Lake Michigan, Silver Beach Carousel & The Children’s’ Museum, world-class golf courses, shopping and sight-seeing in St Joseph, local farms for fruit and berry picking, hiking, water sports and fishing. Mary’s City of David is close by with informative walking tours, a museum and gift shop for those that are interested in additional accounts of the history surrounding the House of David.

Fernwood is a special place where people, plants, and nature come together. Beautiful gardens surrounded by forest are tucked into a landscape of 105 acres of cultivated and natural areas along the scenic St. Joseph River valley. Miles of trails await, and indoors, visitors may enjoy an art gallery, fern conservatory, cafe, and gift shop. Fernwood offers many possibilities for learning and enrichment, including classes, workshops, lectures, concerts, trips, exhibits, and special events.

Fernwood is a private, not-for-profit institution. We receive no government funds, so contributions are necessary for our operation and development. More than 2,500 members and friends help make Fernwood the special place that it is through their donations of money and service.

FCC is a community of people from all walks of life, seeking to discover God, equip one another for life, and reach inward and outward to serve. All are welcome to join us on this journey and be part of a family of faith, hope, and love.

Friends of Berrien County Animal Control (FBCAC) was founded in 2020 to support the work of Berrien County Animal Control by raising funds to enhance the health and wellbeing of animals in their care. With a goal of increasing the number of dogs and cats adopted from the shelter, donated funds will support several programs!

The Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit that would not exist without your support. Our animals do not choose to be abandoned. The animals rely on us, we rely on YOU!  Check out our website or Facebook page for more information!

Mission: To provide leadership and services, and promote quality and excellence for the advancement of Michigan’s Workforce Development System and its customers and professionals.

Michigan Works! Association was established in 1987 to provide services and support to Michigan’s Workforce Development System.

The Association’s members include:

• Workforce development board chairs
• Chief local-elected officials
• Michigan Works! Agencies that cover 25 workforce areas
• Associate members: organizations with a vested interest in workforce development

Michigan Works! Association builds and maintains strong relationships with legislators and advocates on behalf of the Michigan Works! System.

Through the Association, members can access timely, relevant professional development opportunities to ensure high-quality programs and service delivery to all customers. The Association also convenes meetings as a way for members to network and share best practices, and coordinates events to promote the Michigan Works! System.

Krasl Art Center is a nonprofit art museum and learning center that enriches the lives of people living in or visiting Southwest Michigan by delivering enlightening art experiences through diverse education opportunities, meaningful events, and high-quality exhibits and collections. KAC’s mission is to Inspire Meaningful Change and Strengthen Community through the Visual Arts.

The Shop at Krasl Art Center features decorative and functional artwork handcrafted by local and regional artists. As part of KAC’s mission, we hope the items you find here spark joy, encourage dialogue and support people and ideas that positively impact our community!

Learn more at krasl.org.

Together we empower people and communities to thrive through education, innovation, and experiences.

Lake Michigan College is a two-year, accredited, nonprofit community college in southwest Michigan.

Founded in April of 1974 by Founders Bill Galbreath and Fred Schmidt, the Lakeshore Rotary Club covers SW Berrien County, including the communities of Stevensvillt, Baroda, and Bridgman. Signature projects include BioSand Water Filters sent to the Dominican Republic, North Lake Park in Lincoln Township and our special Senior Citizens Night. The Club meets at the First Church of God-Stevensville on Thursdays at 12:12pm. 

"To brighten the future we must illuminate the past." Lest We Forget has a mission to preserve, promote and disseminate the memories of men and women who fought for the freedom enjoyed by all United States citizens.

Lest We Forget is located in the twin cities of Benton Harbor and St. Joseph, Michigan. We enjoy the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan in the southwestern part of the state. In our WWII Re-enactment events, we have taken advantage of Tiscornia Beach to stage the beach landings of Normandy and Pelilu Island in the Pacific Theater.

See the map to understand our location better. We are almost straight across the lake from Chicago. We enjoy a rich heritage of fine people and they generously support Lest We Forget.

Monday Musical Club, est. 1908, is a non-profit philanthropic and educational organization dedicated to music education and promotion of creative and performing arts in Southwest Michigan. Our membership consists of people who enjoy music - singers, performers, teachers and make an enthusiastic audience for our guest performers. We also support and encourage youth through our Student and Junior Club and numerous music seminar scholarship opportunities.

The OutCenter of Southwest Michigan provides support services and resources to LGBTQ+ people, their families, and allies. We also work to create change in Southwest Michigan through initiatives based on education and strong strategic partnerships. Our mission is to provide support and advocacy for respect, understanding, and nondiscrimination to LGBT+ people and their families in Southwest Michigan.

Inspired by Christ, we strive to create a reconciling community where all are welcome to seek, worship, and serve as individuals interwoven by God's love. Our goal of spiritual wholeness encourages: Open dialogue, Mutual respect, Spiritual quest.

Healthy Fathers. Healthy Families. Healthy Communities. Present Pillars empowers men and fathers to seek the tools they need to stabilize their lives so that they can be the dads of their dreams. 

SWMI Newcomers is a non-profit organization open to all those new to the Southwest Michigan area and to current residents who are interested in welcoming Newcomers. Our members volunteer their time and energy to arrange a variety of activities and special events which provide great opportunities to make friends while becoming more familiar with Michigan’s great Southwest.

The Southwest Michigan Newcomers Club has been welcoming newcomers and helping them make friends for over 50 years.

Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is a 501c6 member-driven organization of over 700 members representing over 36,000 area employees.

Welcome to Southwest Michigan! We hope you enjoy visiting our beachside communities. While you are here, we would like to Invite you to celebrate Mass with us at SS. John and Bernard Parish. We are one parish with two beautiful churches. Historic, St. John’s Church has been welcoming the faithful for over 130 years. St. Bernard’s Church host a vibrant community celebrating Mass and many other events in two languages.

Our Mass times are:
Sunday - 9:00 am at St. John | 11:00 am and 12:30 pm (En Español) at St. Bernard
Monday – 5:30 pm St. Bernard
Tuesday – 8:00 am St. John
Wednesday – 9:00 am St. Bernard
Friday – 8:00 am St. John
Saturday – 8:00 am St. John and 5:00 pm Vigil Mass St. Bernard

Maybe your visit to our Churches has you dreaming about your next special occasion. We have had many visiting families celebrate their baptisms, marriages, and other sacraments at our parish. Whether you are renewing your wedding vows for a special anniversary or just beginning your life together, we would be honored to celebrate with you. We hope that you feel our parish is your home away from home.

St. John’s Church - 600 Columbus Ave., Benton Harbor
St. Bernard’s Church - 555 East Delaware Ave., Benton Harbor
SS. John and Bernard Parish Office - 580 Columbus Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Our club was chartered in 1928 and has been serving the St. Joseph area ever since. Our members help the community under the motto of: WE SERVE. The St. Joseph Lions Club is celebrating over 96 years of service to our community in SW Michigan. We invite you to contact us if you are interested in service, fellowship, and fun!

The St. Joseph Youth Sports Foundation was founded as a 501c3 Nonprofit organization in 2021 to oversee the planning, funding, and construction of a handicap accessible sports facility and community park. Upon completion, it will be turned over to St. Joseph Charter Township. While the Township will be responsible for maintaining the park, SJYSF will continue to oversee expansions, improvements, and additional fundraising. 

Our foundation mission is to ensure that every child, regardless of financial or physical ability, is able to participate in organized sports. We want to make sure that youth programs in our area don't have to cap enrollment numbers due to a lack of available field space. We want to keep facility costs for organizations low so that these costs are not passed on to participants. We want to make pracitice space more accessible and more inviting to coaches so they will want to volunteer their time. And, we want children with disabilities to have the option to play in a space that was created for them. Most importantly, we want to create a space that everyone feels welcome and that represents our community! Our current site plan has 5 rocket football fields, 4 baseball/softball fields, indoor batting cages, pavilion area, playground, splash pad, and a walking trail with fitness stops that are all handicap accessible. One of the softball fields will be a designated Miracle League field with a special composite turf that allows for wheelchair accesibility.

For more information on the St. Joseph Youth Sports Foundation, the sports park, and the Miracle League of St. Joseph, click here.

Library services include: Books for children and adults in regular or large print, audiobooks, e-books, DVDs, music CDs, magazines, newspapers, tax forms. Programs and interest groups year round. Meeting rooms for community groups. Fax, photocopy, shredding, computer use and printing, and free internet access including wireless.

The richest person in the world - in fact all the riches in the world - couldn't provide you with anything like the endless, incredible loot available at your local library. ~Malcolm Forbes

The Acorn is a rare and remarkable independent performing arts venue presenting high-quality, professional live entertainment year-round. The intimate and eclectic non-profit performance space features Rock, Folk, Americana, Indie, Blues, Jazz, Bluegrass, open mics, comedy, films and more! Performers of incomparable talent delight audiences in an acoustically rich and unique space. This gem of a theater has earned their reputation as “the one and only Acorn” bringing 150+ high quality events to the region!

As a nonprofit, and Southwest Michigan’s arts and culture hub, The Acorn aims to have nothing less than a profound impact on the culture, education and quality of life in their community and beyond.

Artistry, Up Close

There is magic and enjoyment for everyone who walks through The Acorn doors. From icons like Jeff Tweedy, Judy Collins and Mavis Staples to emerging artists like Abbie Thomas to the Singer-Songwriter competition to Open Mic Nights to community programs, The Acorn is truly the one and only performing arts center you will find in this corner of Michigan. 

An Experience to Outlast Any Performance

No two Acorn performances are exactly the same. Thoughtful curation brings a diverse mix of top talent to The Acorn, exposing audiences to both renowned and soon-to-be-discovered stars.

The Acorn’s Mission

To offer a broad range of high-quality arts and education programming that nurtures cultural experience, participation and community engagement among residents and visitors of all ages and enhances the economic vitality of the region.

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Getting There and Local Restaurants

The Acorn is located at 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, Michigan. We are approximately a half hour from St. Joseph, 40 minutes from South Bend and 90 minutes from downtown Chicago. Three Oaks offers several charming local establishments to have a bite to eat before your show - Froehlich's, Journeyman's Staymaker Restaurant, Patellie's Pizza and Tom Cat Tavern to name a few. 

FAQs

Do you have a bar?

The Acorn has a full bar with an exciting array of cocktails, an extensive beer list plus traditional bar snacks.

Where can we get a drink or meal before or after a show? Where can we stay and what can we do when we are in the Three Oaks area?

A truly one-of-a-kind accommodations experience awaits you right above The Acorn theater at The Loft! Rent our spacious, industrial-chic apartment above The Acorn theater and enjoy sound from the performance below! Click here for information and booking.

Is The Acorn available for other private events?

We can sometime accommodate private rentals for events/parties. Please email jesse@acornlive.org for more information.

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Are you looking for an opportunity to help prevent child abuse by supporting local projects? 

Or a way to express your love for America and what our veterans and public service officers do for us? 

Or to participate in local fundraiders to help support those in need in our area?

The Exchange Club of Southwest Michigan is a service club that supports prevention of child abuse, veterans, honoring our youth, 4-H students, firefighters and police officers. Our yearly Newsie Drive for the Goodfellow Fund is held in December to support those in need in our community.

We have weekly lunch meetings at the Galley Grill at Noon on Tuesdays. Interest in learning more? Contact Becky Young, Club President, at becky.young@edwardjones.com

At The Salvation Army in Benton Harbor, we are dedicated to Doing the Most Good. We are made up of officers, soldiers, staff, volunteers, donors, and partners working together to holistically meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our most vulnerable neighbors. We do this through programs designed to combat homelessness and hunger, provide safe spaces for kids after school and on the weekends, achieve and maintain sobriety, and give hope to the hopeless. The Salvation Army Great Lakes provides these services to people in need throughout greater Michigan. The Salvation Army in Benton Harbor is a part of the Great Lakes Division, and provides a variety of services to people in need in our community. 

The Salvation Army is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by U.S. law.

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

UNITED WAY OF SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN fights for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community.

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