Grand Rapids Community Foundation

By connecting people, their passions and our region’s resources, Grand Rapids Community Foundation and our partners work toward an inclusive and equitable West Michigan. Over the last century, the Community Foundation has used the tools of philanthropy to respond to community needs. Today, to carry out our North Star and overcome racial, social and economic inequities, we must respond with intention and care. Our partners inspire, motivate and guide our work.

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Your Vision, Your Voice

During our centennial year, Grand Rapids Community Foundation hopes to collect 100 vision statements to celebrate 100 years. These diverse voices with diverse experiences will help inform our next century. Head to GRFoundation.org/Vision and share your vision for the future of Kent County.

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Community Happens Here

Learn more about us and the work we do

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    Give

    Grand Rapids Community Foundation has a staff of professionals to help you accomplish your philanthropic goals. Whether you are interested in giving during your lifetime or want to create a gift in your will, we can help. We'll listen and provide ideas and options to help you find your unique way to make our community an even better place to call home.

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    Apply for Scholarships

    Since 1945, Grand Rapids Community Foundation has been a major scholarship provider in Kent County, awarding more than $1 million every year to hundreds of students pursuing a higher education.

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  • Partnerships Happen Here

    Apply for Funding

    All across Kent County, we are committed to creating a community that aggressively seeks to put an end to inequity. Since 1922, thanks to the generosity of donor partners, we have awarded over $244 million in grants to benefit our community. 

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Philanthropists Among Us

Both of us get a great sense of pride by giving back to and supporting the causes that have impacted us and the community in which we live. We both feel that we give so other people have opportunities and that helping other people succeed is one of the greatest rewards.

Colin Chelovich and Molly Tupper Chelovich
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Recent news and publications

Partners in Community, summer issue

In the summer issue of PARTNERS in community, we explore legacy through the lens of our history, impact, growth, learning and future focus.

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