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Acton Institute’s New Building Has Room To Grow
Jan 20, 2025 5:34 PM

The Acton Institute is anticipating a move to our new building in the heart of Grand Rapids, MI. With the generous funding of donors, the 24,000 square feet of space will allow us to serve an even munity. Acton’s Executive Director, Kris Mauren, says the $6 million renovation allows the Institute to remain in its Grand Rapids home, while raising its international profile.

“This is a great place to be and it doesn’t stop us from being the international organization we want to be,” Mauren said. The Acton Institute plans to move into its new home when construction plete near the end of this year.

Jim Harger, of , shares the entire story, along with photos of the construction, here.

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