Leading Ladies
Leading Ladies is a new and exciting 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.
Who We Are
- We are not your typical group (no boring meetings)
- We’re social (only join if you like to have fun)
- We’re dynamos (just watch us get things done)
- We are young and old (a wonderful mix of multi-generational women)
What We Care About
- Philanthropy
- Education
- Community Partnerships
- Building our social network
What We Support Financially
We support the Clark Promise, which gives residents peace of mind knowing they will always have a home at Clark, despite unexpected financial challenges. And we go beyond Clark by supporting other local charities that our members care about.
Our Mission
To create a social network of dynamic and engaged multi-generational women committed to the support of the Clark Promise through philanthropy, education, and community partnerships.
Become a Leading Lady
It’s easy. There is a one-time $1,000 contribution. Payment options are available. Contact joann.abraham@clarkretirement.org or 616-278-6531 for details.
Our Members
Andrea Abraham
JoAnn Abraham
Laurel Abraham
Jan Amato
Sue Bachelder
Beth Banta
Diane Barber
Betsy Barton
Stacy Beene
Natalie Bernecker
Dr. Diana Bitner
Michelle Bottrall
Carol Burgess
Suzanne Callahan
Heidi Campbell
Marty Campbell
Tanya Campbell
Frances Carroll
Lee Clark
Alex Crow
Karen Custer
Kellie Custer
Kortne Custer
Lauren Davis
Alison DeKok
Theresa DeVries
Lacey Dixon
Madison Eldred
Nancy Everin
Betsy Ford
Elizabeth Goede
Lynne Goede
Katharina Häusler-Gross
Elizabeth Haan
Joan Hansen
Brooke Helder
Mary Lou Helderop
Mary Hendrickson
Abby Heyde
Jan Hilbrands
Kathy Holt
Melissa Hoodhood
Janelle Horvath
Debra Howell
Cynthia Kay
Deb Kay
Beth Kelly
Priscilla Kimboko
Rachael Kohn
Kathy Laidlaw
Maggie Lancaster
Jody Linkfield
Marylynn Lower
Michele McIsaac
Jax Merritt
Angela Muilenberg
Corinne Muilinberg
Peggy Murphy
Terri Nelson
Debbie Nol
Faith Novakoski
KT Novakoski
Liz Novakoski
Joan Panopoulos
Stacie Parker
Cheryl Petrie
Cheryl Phillips-LeMieux
Deborah Phillips
Rachel Romero
Kathryn Ratliff
Sherri Remmelts
Norine Roach
Melinda Seufert
LouAnn Shawver
Patra Slot
Hyubin Song
Kelly Springer
Patty Stasiak
Elaine Stiefel
Diane Vallilee
Jill VanWyk
Dr. Abha Gupta Varma
Maribeth Wardrop
Pat Waring
Heather Watkowski
Carole Weber
Judy Welch
Alex Wilson
Caitlyn Wood
Community Impact
Part of the Leading Ladies mission is to give back to deserving charities in our local communities.
Leading Ladies featured on WoodTV’s eightWest
Read the Latest Leading Ladies Newsletter!
Leading Ladies supports the Clark Promise, which gives residents peace of mind knowing they will always have a home at Clark, despite unexpected financial challenges.
CLARK FOUNDATION
1551 M.L.K. Jr Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
(616) 278-6533