Hope on the Hill / Membership

Hope on the Hill was created shortly after Van Andel Institute (VAI) opened in May 2000, when a letter and a contribution were received from students at a local middle school. The student body wanted to support cancer research and they addressed the letter to “Hope on the Hill” at Van Andel Institute. The name captures the hope and promise around which our mission is built, and it was quickly accepted as the guideline under which our fundraising efforts are focused.  Every gift to VAI makes a difference. When you support VAI, you support the hope that someday a cure will be found.

Annual Membership

Membership to Hope on the Hill is a great way to support the research and education efforts at VAI. The following levels have been established to honor those who make contributions during the fiscal year. Membership is renewable each year, and employer-matched gifts count toward recognition goals. For more information on the levels below or to become a member, please contact 616-234-5681.

View full list of Annual Members of Hope on the Hill.

Lifetime Giving

The Hope on the Hill Lifetime Giving Society was established to recognize the commitment and dedication of our most generous supporters. In recognition of their leadership giving and belief in the mission of Van Andel Institute, the following giving levels have been established and include cumulative gifts through the calendar year ending December 31.

View full list of Lifetime Giving Society members.

Society of Hope

The Society of Hope honors those who generously support the Institute with a deferred or estate plan gift. (view members)

Employee Members

Our employees dedicate their time, minds, and talent to our mission. See a list of employees who are also Hope on the Hill members.