THE CLARK FOUNDATION
Supporting the Clark Promise of Benevolent Care
The Clark Foundation was created in 1995 to help sustain our commitment of benevolent care. Thanks to the continued generosity of our donors, residents at Clark have peace of mind knowing they will always have a home in our community, even if their financial resources are depleted through longevity or illness. This is The Clark Promise.
Leading Ladies
Leading Ladies is a dynamic group of multi-generational women who care about philanthropy, education, community partnerships, and building our social network. We are committed to supporting the Clark Promise, which gives residents peace of mind knowing they will always have a home at Clark, despite unexpected financial challenges. And Leading Ladies go beyond Clark by supporting other local charities that members care about.
Golf FORE Clark
Tee off with Clark Foundation at our 9th Annual Golf FORE Clark outing and make this day of golf and giving a huge success.
Custer Trail Walk/Run/Roll
Join us for the Custer Trail Walk/Run/Roll, a fun and family-friendly community event supporting Benevolent Care at Clark. This year’s walk, on October 11, also marks the 30th anniversary of the Clark Foundation—an incredible milestone worth celebrating together!
What is your Legacy at Clark?
Have you ever said to yourself “I wish I could do more?”
Do you have a Clark story to tell and would like to make a transformational gift?
Would you like to make a life changing gift in memory of someone special who is currently living or has lived at Clark, but don’t know where to start?
If you answered yes to these questions (or just want to learn more), please visit our Legacy Giving page for details on how to make a difference at Clark through your will or trust, retirement plan, life income gift, entrance fee refund, and more.
Beauty is Blooming: The Clark Beautification Campaign
At Clark, our goal is to continually support the ongoing health and wellness of residents. We are dedicated to building upon and enhancing the visual appeal of our communities.
This spring, we need your help to bring to life plans for our Clark communities that will include a Veterans Memorial Garden on each campus, a seating area and a fountain in the Rose Garden, lighting, commemorative benches, decorative planters and of course flowers and perennials. With your support, we can refresh and create new environments for residents and their families to enjoy now and for years to come.
Your gift will enable us to provide aesthetically pleasing and inviting outdoor areas to ensure the enjoyment of our residents from season to season.
How to Give
There are many ways to make a gift to support the Clark Foundation. If you wish to explore your giving options or talk about the kind of impact you’d like to have on the Clark community, our staff would love to speak with you. Please stop by our Foundation office on the Franklin Campus or call to learn more about philanthropic opportunities at Clark. You can reach the Foundation Office at (616) 278-6533.
Give Online
Donate through our secure website.
Send a Check
Clark Foundation
1551 M.L.K. Jr St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Legacy Giving
Give through your will or trust, retirement plan, entrance fee refund, and much more.
Contact Us
Email Foundation@clarkretirement.org or call (616) 278-6533 for questions about giving or how to make an electronic funds transfer.
Foundation Leadership
Clark Foundation Board of Directors
The Clark Foundation Board members are elected to three-year terms and may serve up to three terms consecutively. The key responsibilities of the Board are to actively engage in fundraising, oversee the financial management of the Foundation’s assets, and promote Clark by being ambassadors in the community.
Officers
Trustees
*Indicates Emeritus Trustee
STAFF
JoAnn Abraham
Executive Director & Vice President of Development
Brooke Helder
Legacy & Philanthropy Director
Stacie Parker
Executive Assistant
Contact the Clark Foundation
1551 M.L.K. Jr St SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 278-6533
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