Student group hosts week of thanks to donors
Feb 18, 2013
Did you know that 13,326 donors gave to Grand Valley in 2012? Or
that $8.2 million in private gifts and pledges were raised in 2012?
The Future Alumni Association will host the first-ever GVS(You)
Week from February 18-22 to raise awareness about donors who give to
Grand Valley and how it affects the university.
“The
purpose of the week is to educate students about where funding comes
from that makes the university operate,” said Emma Lazzar, president
of FAA. “We are celebrating and recognizing our donors as well as
informing students of the importance of being connected to campus.”
During the week, posters and banners with facts about the scope
of private gifts of support will adorn landmarks and buildings on the
Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses.
On Thursday, February 21, students can write personal thank you
messages to donors for their commitment to Grand Valley. A table will
be set up in the lobby of the Kirkhof Center from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Lazzar said thank you cards will be sent directly to donors.
“As a future alumna, someday my own donations will support the
education of fellow Lakers and I want to help promote being a Laker
for a Lifetime,” said Lazzar.
For more information, visit the FAA website at www.gvsu.edu/faa. Learn more about
being a Laker For a Lifetime at www.gvsu.edu/lakerforalifetime.
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