GRAND RAPIDS – Van Andel Institute will host Foundation Funding Opportunity Day December 9 to help area life science professionals attract grant funding.
Representatives from granting foundations such as the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, and the Susan G. Komen for the Cure will present and discuss what they are looking for when reviewing grant proposals.
?This is an amazing opportunity for anyone who wants to attract grant funding from these organizations,? said VAI Director of Grants and Contracts Carolyn Witt. ?Not only do you get to hear directly from these organizations what they are looking for, but you also get to put your name and face in front of them, which may help you down the road when they are reviewing your grant proposal.?
Guest presenters will include:
American Cancer Society: Ginger Krawiec, Program Manager
American Heart Association: Kelly Lemon-Samborski, Regional Vice President for Western Michigan
American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation: Christine Haakeson, Ph.D., Director of Research
The Gerber Foundation: Catherine Obits, Program Director
Susan G. Komen for the Cure ? Grand Rapids Affiliate: Emma Powell, Executive Director
West Michigan Christian Foundation: Randy Veltkamp, President
The event will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and will include lunch and snacks. There is a registration fee of $20 per person; those interested can register online at vai.org or by contacting Ann Schoen at [email protected] or 616-234-5294.
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