About
The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation was established in 1992. It is a single-purpose foundation with the goal of providing an endowment fund to support the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
Contributions and Distributions
The Foundation accepts contributions to the general endowment as well as to existing restricted and unrestricted funds. Named funds may be established with a contribution of $10,000 or more and can be designated by the donor for restricted use. Contributions may be made as cash gifts and/or pledges, including pledges in estate plans. Contributions of $1,000 or more qualify for permanent recognition. The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation is licensed by the State of Michigan, and under Federal tax law is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) as a Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organization.
The Foundation makes annual payments to the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park according to the payment policy of the Foundation.
Board of Directors
The Foundation elects an independent, public Board of Directors.
Emeritus Directors
Earl Holton (1997-2024)
Ray B. Loeschner
Fred Meijer (1997- 2011)
Lena Meijer (1997-2022)
Board of Directors
President, Amy L. Keane
Treasurer, Michael A. Gaudino
Secretary, Tamara R. Bailey
Director, Christopher J. Caldwell
Director, Saralyn Coupe
Director, Bradley J. Freiburger
Director, Michael R. Julien
Director, Nancy G. Kennedy
Director, Kathleen P. Maine
Director, Hendrik G. Meijer
Director, Peter J.F. Meijer
Director, Jeffrey S. Padnos
Director, Andrew F. Sherriff
Director, Sean P. Welsh
Ex Officio, Timothy L. Liang
Executive Director, Susanne T. Veeneman
2025 Annual Report
The word “legacy” often invokes thoughts of the distant future and what we’ll leave behind. What do you want to be known for? How do you want your community to remember you? And how can your contribution live on to shape future generations?
In Appreciation of Long-Time Board Member, Dirk Hoffius
With deep gratitude and appreciation, the Board of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation thanks Dirk Hoffius for his service to our organization. Dirk retired from his Board position at the end of 2022. Dirk has a long and distinguished history of service to Frederik Meijer Gardens &…
President's Letter - Annual Report 2025
Dear Friends of the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation, A thoughtful gardener plans not just for what will bloom this season, but for what will take root, mature, and endure. In much the same way, the Gardens Foundation exists to cultivate the long-term vitality of the Gardens,…
The Foundation Welcomes New Board Member Andrew Sherriff
The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Sherriff to the Board of Directors. Andrew is a seasoned private markets investor and family office leader with nearly two decades of experience across private equity, co-investments, and alternative…
The Foundation Welcomes New Board Member Sean Welsh
The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Welsh to its Board of Directors. Sean works as Executive Vice President and Regional President for PNC in Western Michigan, where he oversees the bank’s business strategy and community investment…
Financial Report
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Statement of Financial Position
As of December 31
|
2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Assets
Investments at Market Value
|
$201,653,152
|
$188,065,826
|
$177,366,120
|
| Pledges, Gifts, Other Receivables |
$132,414
|
$191,397
|
$248,911
|
| Total Assets |
$201,785,566
|
$188,257,223
|
$177,615,031
|
| Less: Liabilities |
($459,686)
|
($610,288 )
|
($726,994)
|
| Total Net Assets |
$201,325,880
|
$187,646,935
|
$176,888,037
|
| Restricted Funds |
$98,795,607
|
$92,211,188
|
$86,617,667
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| Unrestricted Funds |
$102,530,273
|
$95,435,747
|
$90,270,370
|
| Total Net Assets |
$201,325,880
|
$187,646,935
|
$176,888,037
|
|
Statement of Activities
As of December 31
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2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Revenues and Gains
Contributions Income
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$372,416
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$1,511,189
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$3,425,771
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| Investment Income or (Loss) |
$21,022,858
|
$16,264,316
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($22,744,378)
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| Total Revenues and Gains/(Loss) |
$21,395,274
|
$17,775,505
|
($26,170,149)
|
|
Distributions and Expenses
Distributions to the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
|
$7,504,102
|
$6,823,032
|
$6,767,404
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| Other Expenses |
$212,228
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$193,577
|
$162,997
|
| Total Distributions and Expenses |
$7,716,330
|
$7,016,609
|
$6,930,401
|
| Increase (Decrease) to Net Assets |
$13,678,944
|
$10,758,896
|
($19,239,748)
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Thank You
Thank you to our former Board members who have also served the Foundation.
Former Board Members
John D. Bouwer (2002-2019)
Judith A. DeLapa (2007-2012)
Pamella G. DeVos (1993-2009)
Dirk Hoffius (2006-2022)
James L. Hopewell* (2015-2016)
Michael J. Jandernoa (2005-2009)
James P. Keane (2010-2015)
Fred M. Keller* (1997-2001)
Deborah Hoffman Meijer (1993-2005)
Jack H. Miller (2002-2003)
Richard A. Morton* (1997-2018)
John M. Nowak (1993-2005)
Stuart B. Padnos* (2004-2012)
H. Edward Prein* (2004-2011)
Peter M. Wege* (1993-1998)
John G. Baab 2012-2025
Randall Damstra 2017-2025
Earl D. Holton* – 1997-2024