Foundation Funding Opportunity Day

Location: Van Andel Research Institute; 333 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI
Date: December 9, 2010
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM


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Meet representatives from funding foundations and agencies and learn firsthand about funding opportunities that are available for research investigators, health professionals, and others. 

If you have an interest in attracting funding for biomedical research, wellness, disease prevention, community outreach, or related projects, don't miss this event!

Guest Presenters Include:

  • American Cancer Society: Ginger Krawiec, Program Manager
  • American Heart Association: Kelly Lemon-Samborski, Regional Vice President for Western Michigan
  • American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation: Christine Haakeson, Ph.D., Director of Research
  • The Gerber Foundation: Catherine Obits, Program Director
  • Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation – Grand Rapids Affiliate: Emma Powell, Executive Director
  • West Michigan Christian Foundation: Randy Veltkamp, President

This event is sponsored by Van Andel Institute.  Lunch and snacks will be provided.  If you have any questions about the event, please contact Ann Schoen at  616-234-5294 or via email.