2025 GRPS Foundation's Gala

Camp Mindshare

Event Overview

It’s time to break out that permission slip, pull on your best field trip attire, and ditch the packed lunch – we’ve got that covered.

You’re invited to join us for our annual Camp Mindshare, where you will play a key role in making a difference in the lives of our scholars, educators, and Grand Rapids Public Schools community. Your contribution will directly provide resources to enhance the experiential education of our community and remove barriers to education to allow every student the opportunity to learn, develop, and thrive.

About the Foundation

The GRPS Foundation’s mission is to remove barriers and raise critical funds for key programs, projects, and resources so that every student learns, develops, and thrives. The Foundation supports the largest public school in West Michigan, and the 8th largest school district in Michigan. There are almost 14,000 students who attend public school in Grand Rapids, and we hope that our work inspires them for future success.

Funds Raised Support

GRPS Programs for Sports, Art, Music, and Experiential Learning:

These programs provide hands- on, real-world experience to complement classroom learning.

Resource Support for Students: The foundation gives support that might include providing warm gear, school supplies, and volunteers for playground clean ups.

Teacher Innovation Fund: A program that provides mini-grants to teachers.

Teresa Weatherall Neal Principals Fund: The fund is designed to support GRPS principals in addressing any barriers students may face in their educational journey.

Overall, these programs and initiatives demonstrate a commitment to providing a well-rounded education for students in the GRPS system, addressing both their academic and non-academic needs to support their overall growth and success.

2025 Mindshare Tickets

Break Out That Permission Slip for a GRPS Adventure!

Team Members