Articles
President’s Letter 2016
Dear Friends of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation, As I hand over the reins of my office to the very qualified John Baab, I’m reminded of the pensive tone…
A Pathway to the “A-Ha!” Moment
Years ago, when visiting his daughter in Chicago, Dale Atkinson often made a side trip to the Chicago Botanic Garden and thought it would be nice if Grand Rapids had a place like…
Choosing a Pathway to Help Others
When Cheryl and Steve Wonch re-wind the story of their lives, the tape settles on a time and place from nearly four decades ago, revealing a preschool in need. “Our kids were…
A Pathway to Personal Enrichment
It was love at first sight. At very first sight, in fact - not only was she among the first visitors when Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park opened in April 1995,…
Pathway to Solace, Joy and Inspiration
Get lost in Meijer Gardens! That’s the humble advice of Glen Johnson, who speaks with uncommon eloquence and a clear passion about the fixed objects of art that inhabit the…
2016 Year End Letter
Happy Holidays! As we reflect on the past year, we are incredibly grateful for your support of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation. Your gifts to the…
Board Elects New Member in 2016
Our newest board member just acquired a 100-acre farm to indulge his growing interest in horticulture, which sounds to us like perfect fit for a foundation that supports acres of…
President’s Letter 2015
Dear Friends of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation, What an exciting year to be involved in the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park! This year…
FMGSF receives 3rd Charity Navigator Four-Star Rating
On behalf of Charity Navigator, I wish to congratulate Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation on achieving our coveted 4-star rating for sound fiscal management and…
President’s 2014 Year End Letter
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN 2014 Dear Friends of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation, The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is known as…