In a year of tremendous change, Grand Rapids Community Foundation awarded $20.9 million in grants to nonprofit organizations and scholarships to students. The organization's total assets were stewarded to $562,761,434. These results and stories of partnership are highlighted in the 2025-2026 annual report: Clarity. Trust. Community.
Clarity. Trust. Community.
Clarity comes from working together. Trust is deepened through relationship. Community is built through our care for one another. We are grateful for your partnership as we work together to ensure everyone in West Michigan has access to opportunity, prosperity and belonging.
“It’s because of the trust and generosity of our partners that we are able to invest in the people and causes that make this community truly unique.” said LaSandra Gaddy, president and CEO. “Together, we will continue to seek meaningful ways to come together to ensure every individual in West Michigan has the opportunity to thrive.”
Local nonprofits play a key role in helping West Michigan thrive. But today, organizations are stretched thin and face significant funding challenges. One way we respond to pressing needs is through our Fund for Community Good, built by generous gifts made over decades. Grants made from this fund are informed by our staff and dedicated volunteer partners.
When you give through the Community Foundation, you join a community of donor partners making a big impact, together. This past year, we worked with the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy to invite donor partners to join a new Impact Accelerator Cohort. This program helped them reflect on their giving and make personal giving plans.
The Community Foundation has relationships, historical knowledge and financial resources, which uniquely position us to convene partners to improve community outcomes. Recently, we helped bring together public officials, funders and local early childhood experts to introduce Rx Kids in our community. This program prescribes and provides cash support to parents and babies.
Explore the Full Report
The annual report is full of stories from our partners and financial data reporting on our 2025-2026 fiscal year. Explore the website to:
- Read a leadership letter celebrating our donor, nonprofit and community partners.
- Learn about our financial position.
- Explore highlights from $20.9 million in grants and scholarships awarded.
- Support the Community Foundation's work through a donation.
You can fully experience the annual report at GRFoundation.org/AnnualReport.