Donors like you are making it possible for students to prepare for what's next in a changing world, and for Grand Valley to continue to provide the talent our region and our state need for the future.

GV Varsity Wrestling

Featured Priority

Support the Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute

AWRI was created 35 years ago and was the first freshwater research, outreach, and educational organization working in West Michigan, for West Michigan. Its work is firmly focused on the future, at the intersection of our region's economic and environmental vitality. Your support will expand this important work.

Give Today


Learn more

Mary Anne Cartwright

Why I Give

The Value of a Strong Relationship

A native of Detroit, Kala Gibson '94 saw first hand how the relationships between businesses and banks can make or break a community. That awareness led him to become a better banker and dedicate his career to ensuring everyone can access and attain business capital and home ownership. The relationships fostered at GVSU, both big and small, have helped him succeed. The value Gibson places in community has kept him engaged with Grand Valley long after graduation as a donor and now as one of the newest directors of the Grand Valley University Foundation. 

Read more

“Relationships like the ones I have with Grand Valley shouldn't be short-lived. I owe it to this community to continue to give and respond, to mentor and be an example, and to continue to learn myself.”

Kala Gibson
GVSU Students

Your Impact

Every Student has a Story

Your gifts directly impact the lives of students. Because of your support, Grand Valley is a place where students can push themselves in their programs,  make valuable connections, and even explore education opportunities around the world. Every student has a story, and you are empowering them to be the best that they can be. 

Read about your impact

News Highlights

people stand behind a blue ribbon, Bob and Ellen Thompson Student Success Center, with scissors in hand to cut the ribbon

GVSU celebrates Thompson Foundation for decades of helping students achieve goals

The university celebrated the Thompsons and their foundation for their philanthropy on October 18 with the dedication of the Bob and Ellen Thompson Student Success Center, in the Kirkhof Center.

Oct 18, 2024

Student Philanthropy Week image of arch with blue heart woven through it

Student Philanthropy Week spotlights connections, belonging

Coordinated by University Development, events throughout the week and money raised put a spotlight on the impact that philanthropy has on every Grand Valley experience.

Sep 22, 2024

GVSU receiver Donovon Johnson takes the field with his teammates.

No. 2 Lakers face Division III Wisconsin-La Crosse

Ranked No. 5 in Division III, Wisconsin-La Crosse meets the Lakers on September 21, as part of Family Weekend festivities. Kickoff is 7 p.m.

Sep 19, 2024

View More News Highlights



Page last modified March 22, 2024