2026 Art for a Cure

Color outside the lines with Van Andel Institute’s Student Ambassadors at Art for a Cure, a unique evening combining science, education and art — all in the name of raising funds for biomedical research. Art for a Cure will take place on Thursday, March 26, 6–8 p.m., at VAI.

Art for a Cure is a fundraiser organized by VAI’s Student Ambassadors — a group of passionate, emerging leaders from across West Michigan. These students are drawn to making a difference in their community by supporting research into diseases like cancer and Parkinson’s while learning valuable skills in marketing and event planning.

At the center of the event will be a silent auction featuring art pieces from students and up-and-coming artists from Grand Rapids. You’ll also get to mingle with dedicated student leaders while getting an inside look at the Institute. All proceeds from Art for a Cure benefit biomedical research at Van Andel Institute.

The cost to attend the event is $10 for adults. Children under the age of 18 are free.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Young artists from around Grand Rapids have donated their work to Van Andel Institute to raise funds for research into diseases like cancer and Parkinsons.

Your sponsorship of Art for a Cure provides a unique opportunity to support cancer and Parkinson’s research at Van Andel Institute in partnership with the Student Ambassador Program.

For sponsorship questions, contact Emily Umstead-Allee at [email protected].