Grand Haven, MI — November 19, 2024 — The Grand Haven Children’s Museum is excited to announce a significant milestone in its Founding 50 fundraising campaign. To date, the museum has secured $135,000 towards its $250,000 goal, marking a crucial step in establishing a vibrant and interactive space for children.
“This achievement brings us one step closer to creating a children’s museum in the heart of Grand Haven,” says board President Rachel Dody. “Reaching this milestone is a testament to our community’s deep commitment to our kids and families – our deep commitment to investing in their bright futures.”
Funds secured from the Founding 50 campaign are allocated for essential startup activities, including site selection, building design, exhibit development, and community engagement. These initiatives will lay the foundation for what promises to be a significant new resource for the community.
Dody envisions the future Grand Haven Children’s Museum as a vibrant, immersive space where children can explore, create, and build critical thinking skills. “This will be a place where curiosity and creativity are sparked, and learning happens through play.”
Founding donor Cindy Anderson shared her excitement for the project: “Don and I see the children’s museum as the next major legacy project for Grand Haven, following in the footsteps of other beloved landmarks like the Musical Fountain, Imagination Station, and the Rotary Splash Pad. We’re honored to help bring this vision to life.”
A Special Thank You to Our Founding Donors
The museum board extends its deepest gratitude to the following visionary donors, whose early support has been essential in helping us reach this exciting milestone:
- Cynthia and Donald Anderson Fund of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
- Martha Bottomley
- Andy and Joyce Cawthon
- The Cherette Group
- Grand Haven Aerie #925, Fraternal Order of Eagles
- Hines Corporation
- Steven Daitch and Elizabeth Griffin
- Jeff and Janice Dody
- Drs. Steve and Alison Fox
- Alice Frizell and Frank Poehner Hollister
- Phil and Jane King Family Fund of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
- David MacKenzie
- The McNeil Family
- Nowak Machined Products
- Blake and Katie Phillips
- Port City Pediatrics
- The Richard M Schulze Family Foundation
- Shape Corp. Fund of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation
- Shoreline Pediatrics
- Tri-Cities Women Who Care
- Ken & Gina Vis
- Webb Chemical Service Corporation
- Winter Sun Schoolhouse
“We know that when kids play, learning happens,” said Dody. “And when communities invest in spaces for play, everyone benefits. The new children’s museum will be an inspiring educational destination for children and families along the Lakeshore for years to come, helping make Grand Haven and the Tri-Cities one of the best places to raise a family.”
How to Get Involved
The Founding 50 campaign seeks to raise startup funds for the new children’s museum through 50 gifts of $5,000 or more from local individuals, businesses, foundations, and service organizations. To learn more or make a contribution, please visit https://grandhavenchildrensmuseum.org/ or contact board President Rachel Dody at Rachel@GrandHavenChildrensMuseum.org.
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