Initiatives Investment in Families A first-of-its-kind, 10-year initiative partnering directly with families in Kent County to understand what they need to flourish and what systems need to change to make…

Partner Storytelling Fostering Student Success through Changemakers September 23, 2025 In 2023, Educate Tomorrow was awarded a three-year $150,000 grant to support a pilot of its Changemakers project in Kent…

Video Supporting Whole Child Education at Baxter Community Center October 31, 2025https://youtu.be/iFVEvCBCAN0In 2024, Baxter Community Center was awarded a three-year $250,000 grant to support its early childhood education and afterschool…

Story IIF Family Leader Shirley Avrill Featured in West Michigan Woman Magazine February 4, 2026 In January of 2026, the work of Shirley Arill, a family leader in the Investment…

Our People Every member of our team contributes to the Foundation's mission of creating a more just and liberated community. Meet Our President Daniel Williams he/him A leader in education…

Our Learning Explore the inspiring stories of our grantees and community partners, and see how the Steelcase Foundation is learning and growing alongside these dedicated changemakers. Jump to Stories  All…

Contact Us Do you have questions about the Steelcase Foundation, our approach, grant information, or our partner stories? We would love to connect with you and answer any questions you…

Our Approach How we work alongside partners to strengthen public education and support Kent County families. Our Mission A community where everyone's brilliance can shine We acknowledge the inherent brilliance…

Investing in Kent County Students and Families We partner with organizations across Kent County to strengthen public education and help families thrive. Explore Our Work Get Our Newsletter Who We…

Grants Helping Kent County Students & Families Flourish We invest in public education, family well-being, and the systems that help everyone's inherent brilliance shine. See Our Focus Areas  Where We…