23
Jan
2020
Maranda Visits Van Andel Institute
With a new year comes new opportunities. If you would like to run a marathon, volunteer more, or get involved in the... Read More
3
Jun
2019
Join our Purple Community Cabinet!
Van Andel Institute’s Purple Community is moving at a fast pace to make the largest possible impact on our community and the... Read More
20
May
2019
Join Our Purple Community Student Ambassador Program
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Purple Community Student Ambassador Program for the 2019–2020 academic year! This is a... Read More
14
Mar
2019
Showcasing Ken Evans as our next Purple Community Angel
When you hear the name “Ken Evans,” you may think of Grand Rapids’ 105.3 Hot FM host and his morning show with... Read More
16
Nov
2018
Thankful and Hopeful
As we approach Thanksgiving we’d like to express how thankful we are! We are so thankful for all of you who have... Read More
9
Nov
2018
Purple Community Celebrates Leadership
A leader demonstrates drive and initiative, influencing their peers and the world around them. Leaders practice relentless dedication and passion. They chase... Read More
30
May
2018
Honoring our Purple Community Angel — Cheryl Wirsing
Cheryl Wirsing was seeking a way to give back when she came aboard the Purple Community 5K planning committee in 2014. She... Read More
22
May
2018
What will you run for?
Can you believe it? We have already filled our 2018 Purple Community Team Hope teams for both the Bank of America Chicago... Read More
19
Mar
2018
Welcome Purple Community’s new team member — McKenzie Hollern!
Purple Community is back to a full-size team with the recent hire of Purple Community Event Coordinator McKenzie Hollern! McKenzie joins us... Read More
14
Mar
2018
Welcoming Alyssa Nance, new Purple Community Cabinet Co-Chair!
The Purple Community Cabinet is a group of community leaders who are passionate about fighting cancer and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s. Cabinet... Read More