The Mary Free Bed Guild Fund acts much like a foundation, providing financial resources to select entities that meet certain designated criteria. The fund supports the hospital and a variety of community agencies and individuals who work with the physically disabled.
Applications
The fund was established in 1986 through a contribution of approximately $4 million from the Mary Free Bed Guild. The fund is governed by a board of 14 directors and receives its income from condominium tenant leases, investment earnings and an annual distribution from the Sackner Foundation. The Sackner Foundation monies are specifically designated for services to children.
To apply for a grant from the Mary Free Bed Guild Fund, please complete this application form before the first day of the meeting month (January, March, May, September and November).
Past Recipients
Alliance for Health
Alternatives in Motion
American Heart Association
Amway River Bank Run Wheelchair Division
BLINK
Bikes for the Rest of Us
Bike Helmet Safety Program
Brain Injury Resource Center
Center for Limb Differences
Cherry Street Health Services
Conductive Learning Center
Equestrian Center
Girl Scouts of Michigan
Grand Rapids Center for Independent Living
Grand Rapids Community College Diversity Learning Center
Grand Rapids Eagles
Grand Rapids Wheelchair Sports Association
Heroes Program
Indian Trails Camp
Junior Challenge Golf
Junior Pacers
Junior Paralympic Games
Ken-O-Sha Playground
Kent County Early-On Program
Kennesaw Charter Science and Math Academy Foundation