About The Program
The Third Ward encompasses the southeastern portion of Grand Rapids and has historically experienced under-investment in both the private and public sector. Through the City of Grand Rapid’s Participatory Budget process, Third Ward residents voted to allocate $500,000 to lead education and address water service line concerns. This will include the distribution of lead-reducing water filters and educational materials that inform about lead exposure in older homes.
This initiative is in partnership with Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan and the City of Grand Rapids Water Systems. Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan and the city have worked closely to configure water kits and educational materials to be distributed in the Third Ward of Grand Rapids.
Who is Eligible?
Qualifying individuals must reside in the Third Ward of Grand Rapids and connect to a lead-water service line that has yet to undergo replacement.
What’s Included?
- Lead-reducing filter pitcher
- Pack of Elite Brita replacement filters
- Materials to remove and clean your faucet’s aerator
- Educational packet
- An optional in-home risk assessment of pipes and fixtures to advise on potential risk posed by older (pre-1996) fixtures within the home
Interested in Learning More?
Interested residents can email us to request a Lead-Reducing Water Kit. **Please note, eligibility will need to be determined by Healthy Homes Coalition staff before kits will be distributed to residents.
To learn more about the City of Grand Rapids’ Lead Line Replacement Program, view their Lead Line Map, and lead prevention, click here GRcity.us/LSL
Additional resources to help reduce lead exposure in your home can be found at Michigan.gov/KnowYourWater and GettingAheadOfLead.com
