The Mission

This campaign unites 1,000 GRPS alumni who care deeply about the next generation—alumni who believe in the power of education, equity, and opportunity.

The Story:

As GRPS alumni, we know firsthand the power of education, opportunity, and community. We were shaped by dedicated teachers, sports teams that taught us resilience, arts programs that sparked creativity, and friendships that lasted a lifetime. Now, we have a chance to pay it forward and ensure today’s GRPS students have the same opportunities that made a difference in our lives.

Be One of the 1,000 Who Care. 💙Join the movement.

The Goal:

By each giving $250, we will collectively raise $250,000 to support teacher innovation grants, arts and music programs, athletics, field trips, and essential student needs.

Why Now?

GRPS students deserve more. School budgets are stretched, and extracurricular programs often depend on outside funding.
Teachers need our support. Mini-grants can fund creative learning experiences.

We are a powerful force for change. Imagine the collective impact of 1,000 alumni coming together!

1000 Strong Alumni For Scholars

By Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation

1000 Strong Alumni For Scholars

Alumni who believe in the power of education, equity, and opportunity.

Team Members