Giving
Campus community mourns death of Bea Idema
The Grand Valley and West Michigan communities are celebrating the life of devoted philanthropist Beatrice "Bea" Idema, who died on February 3.
Feb 4, 2022
Gift from former trustee supports students from HBCU/HSI Pipeline and Michigan
Former Grand Valley Board of Trustees member William "Bill" Pickard has initiated two funds designed to support students and help diversity West Michigan's talent pool.
Jan 20, 2022
Grand Valley celebrates the life of Lena Meijer
Grand Valley and West Michigan are remembering Lena Meijer, who died on January 15. She was 102.
Jan 16, 2022
Giving Tuesday presents opportunity to help fellow Lakers
The campus community has an opportunity on Giving Tuesday to support students by donating to the Student Textbook and Supplies Fund or another university fund.
Nov 29, 2021
GVSU mourns the death of former GVU Foundation president
John Edison, former president of the Grand Valley University Foundation, died September 30.
Oct 1, 2021
Gift from longtime supporters expands work of civil discourse program into center
A gift from two longtime Grand Valley supporters has created the Padnos/Sarosik Center for Civil Discourse and ensured students will continue learning how to engage in civil discussions on controversial issues.
Aug 12, 2021
GVSU names new vice president for University Development
Laura Aikens has been named Grand Valley's vice president for University Development and executive director of the Grand Valley University Foundation.
Aug 9, 2021
Grand Valley mourns death of former GVU Foundation director, dedicated philanthropist
Leaders at Grand Valley are mourning the death of Joyce Wisner, a second-generation philanthropist and generous university supporter.
Jul 15, 2021
GVSU community mourns death of George Gordon, philanthropist of education and art
The Grand Valley community is mourning the death of George Gordon, who coupled his philanthropic passions for education and art throughout West Michigan.
May 21, 2021
Thompson scholarships help more than 1,150 students
More than 1,150 Grand Valley students have received scholarships from a philanthropic Michigan couple who believes in the power of education.
Apr 27, 2021
