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Foundation Annual Report 2023-24

Welcome to the 2023-24 annual report! We are excited to share with you the work the Grand Rapids Community College Foundation has done over the past year.

The numbers are a good place to start if you want a concise summary of our impact. During the 2023-24 fiscal and academic year, over $1.3 million in scholarships went to 1,608 students.

Download the 2023-24 Foundation Annual Report

Letters of thanks

Dr Lepper and Kristine Babcock

"Thank you for your continued support. Your generosity paves the way for a brighter tomorrow, where big dreams are not stifled by financial constraints and ambitions are not curtailed by a lack of resources." - GRCC President and Board Chair

Read the Letter from the President and Board Chair

 

Erin Van Egmond

 

"Thank you for your support! It’s difficult to summarize a year’s worth of giving and growth into a single report, but I hope this offers a glimpse into how your generosity impacts our students and our community." - Executive Director of the GRCC Foundation

Read the Executive Director's Letter

 

Foundation Annual Report 2023-24

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Foundation Annual Report 2023-24

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Stories

Orzie Henderson
Orzie Henderson

Helping Everyone Belong

“I was a poor Black kid and a scholarship boosted my confidence in my abilities. Now, I want to help others like myself.” – Orzie Henderson
Jena Buttery
Jena Buttery

I knew college was in my future

“I wanted to continue learning and growing, but I didn't know if I could afford it. The GRCC Foundation scholarships gave me the confidence to pursue my academic career and create lifelong connections.” – Jena Buttery

Making an impact

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Testimonial

Chloe Dorman
This scholarship has helped me to feel more financially secure while pursuing higher education. My time at GRCC has changed my life for the better.
Chloe Dorman, Current student, Psychology
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