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  • 2023-2024 Annual Report

    Posted on November 08, 2024

    2023-2024 Annual Report
    In a pivotal year, Grand Rapids Community Foundation awarded $16,078,689 in grants to nonprofit partners and scholarships to students. The organization's total assets were stewarded to $448,331,707. Other results and stories from partners are highlighted [...]
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  • How to Make a Greater Impact with Your Giving

    Posted on December 10, 2020

    How to Make a Greater Impact with Your Giving
    Benefits of donating appreciated assets in 2020 There are many ways to make an impact through philanthropy. Each philanthropist who gives their time, talent or treasure to our community contributes to our region’s health and [...]
  • Supporting local nonprofits this Giving Tuesday

    Posted on November 24, 2020

    Supporting local nonprofits this Giving Tuesday
    The end of the year is filled with the spirit of giving, with #GivingTuesday as the unofficial start to the giving season. This year, the impact of COVID-19 has created unprecedented need in our community. [...]
  • When a Statement Isn't Enough

    Posted on June 12, 2020

    When a Statement Isn't Enough
    When a Statement Isn’t Enough Grand Rapids Community Foundation stands with our Black neighbors who are hurting and tired from generations of racism, trauma and injustice. George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery are but [...]
  • Community crisis responses need to lead with equity

    Posted on May 05, 2020

    Community crisis responses need to lead with equity
    This article was first published by Bridge Magazine as “Community crisis responses need to lead with equity.” The impact of COVID-19 is harrowing. As the pandemic spreads through Michigan, it has highlighted existing disparities, making [...]
  • CARES Act Benefits for Donor Partners

    Posted on April 10, 2020

    CARES Act Benefits for Donor Partners
    Life has changed. The COVID-19 pandemic has many of us working from home under the “stay home, stay safe” order. During this difficult time, many in our community are struggling. Grand Rapids Community Foundation is [...]

  • Posted on March 14, 2020

    COVID-19: Community Response
    We've launched a new page on our website: COVID-19 Recovery. Click here for the most up to date information about our response. During this unprecedented time of COVID-19, Grand Rapids Community Foundation´s staff is working [...]
  • Scholarships offer opportunity to all students

    Posted on February 13, 2020

    Scholarships offer opportunity to all students
    In a community where every person can thrive, access to opportunities aren’t one-size-fits-all. Instead, people can pursue the paths that best fit their goals at the time that is right for them. Grand Rapids Community [...]
  • The Spirit of Giving: One-Time vs. Recurring Gifts

    Posted on November 20, 2019

    The Spirit of Giving: One-Time vs. Recurring Gifts
    The end of the year is filled with the spirit of giving and Giving Tuesday is the unofficial start to the giving season. During this time, giving can take many forms. Grand Rapids Community Foundation [...]
  • Gift in Partnership with Professional Advisors

    Posted on October 01, 2019

    Gift in Partnership with Professional Advisors
    The end of the year is a great time for reflection. Did I spend enough time enjoying the Michigan outdoors? Were old and new relationships made stronger as the busy event season descends upon us? [...]
  • Organizing Your Estate: A Simple First Step

    Posted on June 17, 2019

    Organizing Your Estate: A Simple First Step
    When you hear the term "estate planning" do you feel slightly intimidated? You're not alone! Many people feel that it is only for those with complicated assets or law degrees. The truth is, estate planning [...]