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Oct. 23, 2025
6:00 pm  -  11:00 pm ET

25th Annual Hope on the Hill Gala – Casino Royale

Celebrate a quarter-century of science, discovery and hope at Van Andel Institute’s 25th annual Hope on the Hill Gala on Thursday, Oct. 23, at DeVos Place.

Get ready to dance with Lady Luck as you step into a vibrant world of excitement at Hope on the Hill — Casino Royale. The evening combines glamour and thrills with research and progress, featuring exquisite food, delectable drinks and dazzling entertainment. Memorable experiences and unique items will be up for grabs, so look for your next big hit at the silent auction or chase the jackpot at the paddle raise.

We’re all in on building a brighter, better future for generations to come: All proceeds benefit biomedical research and education programs at the Institute.

Suggested attire for the evening is black tie.

Event Details

Venue: DeVos Place 303 Monroe Ave NW Grand Rapids

Contact Info:

Email: Sarah Rollman

Thanks to our wonderful sponsors!

Royal Flush Sponsor

  • fifth Third

Full House Sponsor

  • Merrill

Flush Sponsors

  • Amway
  • Gallagher Logo
  • Rogus Becker Foundation
  • The Steve & Amy Van Andel Foundation

Straight Sponsor

  • Dave and Jill Bielema

Three of a Kind Sponsors

  • Huizenga Group
  • Gary and Vicky Ludema

  • Meijer

Two Pair Sponsors

  • Advantage
  • Peter C and Emajean Cook Foundation
  • Craig and Debra Kinney

  • warner
  • West Michigan Woman

One Pair Sponsors

  • AHC Hospitality
  • Dan and Sherry Bowen

  • Grand Rapids Christian Schools
  • Veronica and Peter Jones

  • Pageworks
  • Priority Health
  • Dr. John R. and Grace VanTimmeren

High Card Sponsors

  • Aon
  • BHS Insurance
  • Buist
  • Jeffrey and Kate DeLongchamp

  • Howard Miller
  • Blake and Mary Krueger

  • Grant Ludema

  • Pioneer Construction logo
  • SA Morman
  • Van Eerden Food Service Company