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Deferred Giving is Easy—Just Ask Rich & Sheri Brolick
Rich Brolick began his career in Horticulture with Zelenka Nursery, along the Lake Shore, in 1960, retiring in 2009 after 40 years as partner and CEO. Rich was introduced to the…
President’s 2009 Year End Letter
Dear Friends of the Foundation, As we reflect on another exceptional year in the growth and development of Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, it is hard to believe…
FMGSF receives 2nd Charity Navigator Four-Star Rating
The Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation is pleased to announce that for the second year in a row, it has been honored by Charity Navigator with a 4-star rating for its ability to…
Their Love for the Gardens Grows
Ed and June Prein like to take their daily walk through Meijer Gardens and take in the beauty around them. “The trails in the woods, the flowers, and the sculptures are just…
President’s 2008 Year End Letter
Dear Friends of the Foundation, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park opens each Holiday Season with a festive display of beautifully decorated Christmas trees and exhibits…
DeLapa Elected to Board of Directors
The Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation elected Judy DeLapa to its Board of Directors in January 2007. Judy is founder and president of High Impact Coaching & Consulting, Inc.…
Foundation Appoints First Executive Director
In 2007 the Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation appointed Susanne Veeneman as its first Executive Director. Sue had been the Executive Assistant for over ten years and was…
President’s 2007 Year End Letter
Dear Friends of the Foundation, Seasons Greetings from the Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation Board of Directors! We hope you have had a great year with many opportunities to…
FMGSF receives 1st Charity Navigator Four-Star Rating
The Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation has been awarded Charity Navigator’s coveted four-star rating for its sound fiscal management. Charity Navigator, America’s premier charity…
The FMGF Board Grows
The Frederik Meijer Gardens Foundation elected Dirk. C. Hoffius to its Board in June 2006. Hoffius, an attorney with Varnum Riddering Schmidt & Howlett, LLP, maintains a full…
