The 17th Annual Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala: A Prehistoric Party

Schedule

Wed, 12 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

JW Marriott Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI

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The Museum’s largest fundraiser, The Jay & Betty Van Andel Legacy Awards Gala, honors outstanding leaders throughout West Michigan who have inspired others with their personal and professional investments in the Grand Rapids and West Michigan communities past, present, and future.
Tickets now available!
Tickets: $200
Table of 10: $2,500
Purchasing a full table at $2,500 qualifies you to be recognized as a Sustainer sponsor of the event, with additional benefits included.

Our 2025 Honorees
Jay & Betty Van Andel Lifetime Achievement Award
John Dean
Dave & Carol Van Andel Leadership Award
Dave Bulkowski
“The Casey” Award
Matt Vriesman
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Where is it happening?

JW Marriott Grand Rapids, 235 Louis Campau Prom NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-2600, United States

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