2012 Grants — Nurturing Community Arts

Support for the creation of The Richard and Helen DeVos Japanese Garden at Frederik Meijer Garden and Sculpture Park.

Support for the Community Arts Expansion pilot which includes components to grow the Museum's audience and base of support by maximizing the impact of interpretive and outreach programs for adults.

Support for the Real/Surreal exhibition.

Support for the "Stepping Forward Campaign," which is aimed at enhancing the Grand Rapids Ballet Company's service to the community and state through repertoire and facility investments, program enhancements, and touring support.

Support for the Wealthy Theatre Centennial Sustainability project, which is aimed at addressing operational vulnerabilities, expanding accessibility by the community and long-term sustainability.

Support for facility improvements and programming associated with the INSPIRE Campaign. This campaign is designed to support the transition of this centennial art museum from the public schools to the Museum’s foundation. Its focus is on long-term sustainability through endowment, facility improvements and exhibition underwriting.

Support for the "Campaign for the Legacy of President Gerald R. Ford: A Legacy of Integrity" which includes the redesign of the permanent museum exhibit, the addition of a two-story Student Learning Center, digitization of archival material at the library, and up to two legacy projects.

Support for an interim stability plan as outlined by the Kennedy Center’s DeVos Institute for Arts Management.