2021 Spring/Summer Highlights of Hope
The 2021 Spring/Summer edition of Van Andel Institute's Highlights of Hope donor publication.
The 2021 Spring/Summer edition of Van Andel Institute's Highlights of Hope donor publication.
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EVENTS<br />
<strong>Hope</strong> on the Hill Gala —<br />
Star Light, Star Bright<br />
The 20th anniversary <strong>of</strong> Van Andel Institute’s <strong>Hope</strong> on the Hill<br />
Gala — Star Light, Star Bright brought shimmering lights and<br />
dazzling sights right into the homes <strong>of</strong> attendees. This sparkling<br />
virtual event celebrated the stars who, for the past two decades,<br />
have helped make incredible things happen at VAI: our donors,<br />
our community, and the scientists and educators you support. It<br />
included not one, not two, but three virtual performances by the<br />
Detroit Youth Choir, whose powerful appearance on “America’s Got<br />
Talent” propelled its young stars into a well-deserved spotlight.<br />
Special thanks to the Title Sponsor: Fifth Third Private Bank.<br />
(STARTING AT THE TOP LEFT, GOING CLOCKWISE) ROB & SUSAN STAFFORD HOST A VIRTUAL VIEWING PARTY AT HOME;<br />
CAROL & DAVID VAN ANDEL PREPARE TO TOAST TO THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY; PABLO & JENNA PRIETO (FRONT), CHRIS &<br />
ALYSSA NANCE, CHARLIE & TANYA ROWERDINK; THE DETROIT YOUTH CHOIR<br />
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