Our Mission

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation is an independent nonprofit organization serving as the strategic fundraising partner of the Grand Rapids Public Schools. Our purpose is to raise, grow and steward funds and other community resources to support the Grand Rapids Public Schools for the benefit of its students. Mindshare 2022 is our premier fundraising event of the year and proceeds from sponsorships help support the young scholars of GRPS schools. Sponsorship levels include:

Individual tickets are $125. A reserved table of (8) sponsor for $1,250. Your ticket will include a taste of Grand Rapids dinner selection, entertainment, and dessert. Questions or need help with sponsorships? Connect with Holly Visser, Development Director, by emailing [email protected] or calling our office at 616.819.6895.

Our Vision

The Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation will provide resources needed for the students of the Grand Rapids Public Schools to learn, develop and thrive and for the Grand Rapids Public Schools to meet its own goals of education excellence.

Our Pillars of Funding

Arts Education, Environmental Education Literacy, Math Science & Technology and Physical Wellness.

Our Core Values

Possibility: We believe that every student has the potential to be an educated, self-directed and productive member of society.

People: We believe in the Grand Rapids Public Schools-its students, teachers, support staff and leadership.

Potential: We believe that every child deserves meaningful educational experiences and opportunities to reach his/her highest potential.

Partnership: We believe that the students and GRPS cannot do it alone and that through community support and partnerships, we can work together to ensure these opportunities for all students of Grand Rapids Public Schools.

Public Education: We believe that a strong public education system is the foundation of a strong community.?