Presented by Grand Rapids Public Museum

17th Annual Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala

Sponsor

About This Event

Join us Wednesday, November 12, 2025 for the 17th Annual Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala, held at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids.

Individual ticket: $200

Each year, the Legacy Awards Gala honors outstanding leaders who have inspired others through their personal and professional investments in Grand Rapids and the broader West Michigan community.

This year's honorees are:

  • Jay & Betty Van Andel Lifetime Achievement Award: John Dean
  • Dave & Carol Van Andel Leadership Award: David Bulkowski
  • “The Casey” Award: Matt Vriesman

Event Co-Chairs: Dave & Carol Van Andel and Linsey Gleason

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Development Manager Lyric Floria (lfloria@grpm.org, 616-929-1704)

Proceeds from this event benefit the Grand Rapids Public Museum Foundation.

About This Event

Join us Wednesday, November 12, 2025 for the 17th Annual Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala, held at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids.

Individual ticket: $200

Each year, the Legacy Awards Gala honors outstanding leaders who have inspired others through their personal and professional investments in Grand Rapids and the broader West Michigan community.

This year's honorees are:

  • Jay & Betty Van Andel Lifetime Achievement Award: John Dean
  • Dave & Carol Van Andel Leadership Award: David Bulkowski
  • “The Casey” Award: Matt Vriesman

Event Co-Chairs: Dave & Carol Van Andel and Linsey Gleason

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Development Manager Lyric Floria (lfloria@grpm.org, 616-929-1704)

Proceeds from this event benefit the Grand Rapids Public Museum Foundation.

Getting There

JW Marriott Grand Rapids
235 Louis St NW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
United States