Publications

• Posted on March 23, 2007 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Remembering Gene Proctor

  The Grand Rapids Community Foundation is sad to note the passing of community activist, philanthropist and friend, Gene Proctor. Gene was the the recipient of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation’s 2006 Outstanding African American Philanthropist…

• Posted on February 20, 2007 – Posted by: Roberta King

  African American Heritage Fund Reaches Goal

  Grand Rapids Community Foundation’s African American Heritage Fund exceeded its goal of $50,000 and now has $60,000 in endowment. The Fund was launched in spring 2006. The focus of the Fund is to build the…

• Posted on February 19, 2007 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Awards $380,000 in Grants

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation recently approved $380,000 in grants to address a variety of issues in Kent County. The grants include: Family Outreach Center operates the Family and Community…

• Posted on January 16, 2007 – Posted by: Roberta King

  A Generation Under Pressure: Youth Grant Committee to Announce Shift in Latest Peer Survey Results

  Click to see photos from this event How will a childhood packed with school work, extracurricular activities and access to the internet differentiate the Millennial generation from others? How are the issues faced by Millennials…

• Posted on January 05, 2007 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Announces Changes to Board of Trustees

  Grand Rapids Community Foundation announces the appointment of Marilyn A. Lankfer as Chair of its 12-member Board of Trustees. Lankfer, an attorney at law with Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett, has served on the Community…

• Posted on January 01, 2007 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Vibrant Neighborhoods: Creating a Magnetic West Michigan

  Celebrating 85 Years and $100 Million in GrantmakingThroughout this year, Grand Rapids Community Foundation is celebrating two great milestones—85 years in this community and $100 million in grant awards. As part of the celebration, we’re…

• Posted on December 14, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Awards Nearly Half a Million in Grants

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids (Michigan) Community Foundation recently approved $490,906 in grants to address a variety of issues in our community. The grants include: Genesis Non-profit Housing Corporation currently operates Heron…

• Posted on November 30, 2006 – Posted by: Amanda St. Pierre

  Community Foundation Joins State Prisoner Re-entry Effort

  A young man was recently released from prison after serving time for drinking and driving. Back in the free world he found himself labeled a felon, unemployed and unable to drive. Wanting desperately to get…

• Posted on November 29, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Click to hear Tom Fox promoting the Grand Rapids Community Foundation

  Our Tom Fox ads If you grew up or lived in West Michigan in the 60s through the 80s, you’re sure to remember the voice of Tom Fox. Tom owned a number of jewelry stores…

• Posted on October 30, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Meijer Grant Launches Good Schools for Grand Rapids

  The Meijer Foundation and the Education Reform Initiative to launch the Meijer Good Schools for Grand Rapids program - a competitive grant for public elementary schools in the city of Grand Rapids. Schools Must Pass…

• Posted on October 18, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Awards $218,000 in Grants

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids (Michigan) Community Foundation recently approved grants to ensure the sustainability of two local non-profit agencies, one that protects and supports children who are victims of sexual abuse…

• Posted on October 18, 2006 – Posted by: Roberta King

  Community Foundation Awards $128,000 in Grants for Local Neighborhoods

  The Board of Trustees of the Grand Rapids (Michigan) Community Foundation recently approved grants from the Commercial & Economic Development Fund for community development projects in Kent County. This Fund was established with resources from…