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2022 Hope on the Hill
Van Andel Institute's 22nd annual Hope on the Hill Gala was a sweet celebration. Guests were treated to a seated dinner full of delectable cuisine and artisan drinks, world-class entertainment by actor, magician and improv artist Michael Carbonaro, star and executive producer of the truTV series “The Carbonaro Effect,” a silent auction and more!
View Gallery2022 Couture For a Cure
Carol Van Andel, Rebecca Wierda and Kelli Templeton invited guests to join them for the 17th annual Couture for a Cure — an evening full of fashion, fun and philanthropy in support of Van Andel Institute’s mission!
View GalleryDesign & Discovery 2022
Hosted by Haworth and Van Andel Institute, Design & Discovery is an event that merges the inspiration of modernist furniture design with the elegant shapes and colors of contemporary fashion.
View GalleryAround the World 2022
Van Andel Institute’s 11th annual Around the World officially kicked off summer! Guests enjoyed a fantastic tasting menu, featuring selections from artisan wineries and some of Michigan’s best craft beer purveyors, while sampling globally influenced small plates and appetizers.
View GalleryBoard of Governors Virtual Event
Van Andel Institute’s Board of Governors Annual Dinner went virtual for 2020! While this year we were not able to be together in person, we still had a wonderful, virtual evening to honor those who demonstrate incredible dedication and generous support for the Institute’s mission!
View GalleryThe Carol Van Andel Angel of Excellence Awards
The Carol Van Andel Angel of Excellence Award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to Van Andel Institute’s mission through volunteer service and philanthropy. This award celebrates the extraordinary efforts of philanthropists, volunteers and advocates, whose undeniable generosity and determination support the Institute’s ability to improve the health and enhance the lives of current and future generations.
View GalleryA Conversation About Depression Hosted by Carol Van Andel
A Conversation About Depression hosted by Carol Van Andel focused on leading advances in depression research. Attendees learned about treatment options, patient care and how to help a friend or family member with depression. The event featured local experts VAI’s Dr. Lena Brundin, Pine Rest’s Dr. Eric Achtyes and Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital’s Dr. Elizabeth Kowal.
View GalleryA Conversation About Metabolism and Nutrition Hosted by Carol Van Andel
A Conversation About Metabolism and Nutrition Hosted by Carol Van Andel spotlighted the Institute’s exciting research into metabolism’s role in health and diseases like cancer, Parkinson’s and diabetes. The event featured talks from VAI’s Dr. Rusty Jones and Dr. Connie Krawczyk.
View GalleryA Conversation About Osteoporosis
A Conversation About Osteoporosis hosted by Carol Van Andel focused on current osteoporosis research and information on how individuals can be their own healthcare advocate. During the event guests heard from VAI’s Dr. Bart Williams and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital’s Dr. Michael Jakubowski, along with a keynote address from the Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Sundeep Khosla.
View GalleryA Conversation About Pediatric Cancer Research and Treatment
Guests heard from Dr. Matt Steensma, who conducts research at the Institute and treats patients at Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, and Dr. Jenna Gedminas, a clinical pediatric hematology/oncology fellow at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital and research fellow in the lab of Dr. Patrick Grohar at the Institute. Dr. James Fahner, Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, will give the keynote address.
View GalleryCouture for a Cure Gallery
Carol Van Andel, Rebecca Wierda and Candace Matthews invited guests to join them for the 16th annual Couture for a Cure — an evening full of fashion, fun and philanthropy in support of Van Andel Institute’s mission!
View GalleryDesign & Discovery Gallery
Haworth and Van Andel Institute hosted Design & Discovery on June 17, 2021. Merging the inspiration of modernist furniture design with the elegant shapes and colors of contemporary fashion, Design & Discovery excited guests’ imaginations and showcased the power of the creative spirit. This exclusive event took place outdoors at the legendary Haworth headquarters and showroom in Holland, Michigan, and featured a runway show by Leigh’s out on the lawn, an exclusive display of Ferrari sportscars, hors d’oeuvres, artisan cocktails and complimentary swag bags from Leigh’s.
View GalleryHope on the Hill Gallery
Van Andel Institute’s 21st annual Hope on the Hill Gala featured a seated dinner full of delectable cuisine and artisan cocktails, live entertainment, and more! All proceeds benefit biomedical research and K–12 and graduate education programs at the Institute. It was an especially exciting night for us, as we celebrated our beloved Institute’s 25th anniversary.
View GalleryVai Golf Outing Gallery
On Sept. 13 the fourteenth annual Van Andel Institute Golf Outing took place at Wuskowhan Players Club.
View GalleryVirtual Curiosity Hour Gallery
Van Andel Institute for Education hosted a virtual event full of science demonstrations that were fun to watch and recreated by participants at home. Our team’s fun-loving spirit and mad science skills made for an evening to remember. And the best part was finishing up the hour with an edible science experiment — a complimentary pizza from Amore Trattoria.
View GalleryWinterfest Celebration Gallery
Winterfest supports Parkinson’s research through an evening of delicious food, delectable wine and cocktails, and and a collection of amazing packages during the auction. All proceeds from Winterfest benefit our team of incredible scientists here in West Michigan.
View GalleryAround the World
Van Andel Institute’s JBoard Ambassadors hosted the 9th Annual Around the World® on June 1, 2019. The event featured an impressive tasting menu of selections from artisan wineries and some of Michigan’s best craft beer purveyors, along with globally-influenced small plates and appetizers. All proceeds from Around the World support Van Andel Education Institute’s science education initiatives.
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