Steelcase Foundation Policy Framework
Starting in fall 2024, the Steelcase Foundation and W. K. Kellogg Foundation began convening a group to discuss issues that impact families and children in Michigan and find solutions to…
Bridge Michigan OpEd – Michigan Lawmakers Must Prioritize a Family-Centered Policy Agenda
In June of 2026, an OpEd entitled, "Michigan Lawmakers Must Prioritize a Family-Centered Policy Agenda," written by Director of Family-Led Initiatives Anissa Eddie was featured in Bridge Michigan. Below is…
IIF Family Leader Venessa Kirkwood Featured in Crain’s Grand Rapids
Hear from IIF Family Leader Venessa Kirkwood as she shares her insights with Crain's Grand Rapids Business readers on her experience as a working mother.
Our 2026-2028 Grantmaking Focus: Where We’re Investing + Why
At the Steelcase Foundation, we envision Kent County, Michigan as a place where everyone’s inherent brilliance can shine and all people can participate, grow, and flourish. Over the next two…
IIF Family Leader Shirley Arill Featured in West Michigan Woman Magazine
In January of 2026, the work of Shirley Arill, a family leader in the Investment in Families Initiative, was featured in West Michigan Woman Magazine. Below is her incredible story.…
Press Release – Steelcase Foundation welcomes Dr. Anissa L. Eddie as director of foundation-led initiatives and announces partnership with ICCF Community Homes
On January 26, the Steelcase Foundation has named Dr. Anissa L. Eddie director of foundation-led initiatives, where she will lead partnerships to influence, drive, and support larger-scale social change to…
IIF Year 1 Impact Report + Video
The Steelcase Foundation is excited to share our Year 1 Impact Report and video for the Investment in Families Initiative, which reveals the powerful impact of centering families in the…
Investment in Families Initiative – Year 1 Video
In 2024, the Steelcase Foundation launched the Investment in Families Initiative, a 10-year participatory research project in partnership with a cohort of 30 family leaders in Kent County, MI, aimed…
Supporting Whole Families Through Little Lights
In 2024, The Other Way Ministries received a three-year $195,000 grant to support its Little Lights Program, which provides high-quality, affordable childcare and early childhood education for low-income children ages 0-4, and holistic supports for their family. Hear from executive director Scott Bloem as he shares his insights into this program
Supporting Whole Families Through Streams
In 2024, Streams of Hope received a three-year $90,000 grant to support its StreamsU, Tutoring, and SWAG multi-generational programming. Hear from Executive Director Kurtis Kaechele, as he shares his insights…