Memorials and Tributes
Supporting Your CommunityMemorials
A gift to the Community Foundation in memory of a loved one is a meaningful way
to support your community and pay respect to the life of a special person.
Tributes
A gift to the Community Foundation as a tribute to a special person is an impactful, generous,
and thoughtful gift that honors someone and supports our community.
Donor Impact Stories
Student Scholarship Recipient Reflection
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An Act of Love: Making a Memorial Gift to the Community Foundation
Our Community Foundation strives to enhance the quality of life for all by working together to collectively address challenges and opportunities throughout West Michigan. This caring impact draws community members to make a variety of contributions, including gifts in memory of loved ones.
Why I Give: The Reinecke Family
The Reinecke family has made a tradition of giving back. “Our grandmother, Frances Reinecke, gave back to the community in countless ways, but there was always one consistent theme,” said Jason Reinecke. “Frances had an enormous heart for children and families that were disadvantaged. Her compassion for others has instilled a sense of pride within our family but also the motivation to follow in her footsteps.”