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Fostering Futures Scholarship Galas

Step into the excitement of our Making a Difference Galas! Explore inspiring moments from past celebrations supporting the Fostering Futures Scholarship, a program that helps young people who have experienced foster care pursue their college dreams.

As you browse these unforgettable memories, consider joining us in making an even greater impact. Your donation can help transform a student’s future. Support the Fostering Futures Scholarship today!

Keynote speaker, Michael Fenning of Lansing Community College, receives a standing ovation for his speech on his experience in foster care.

Two college students smile for the camera

Four oil paintings on display for the raffle

The GVSU Trio plays for the Gala attendees.

Jewelry on display for the raffle

A wide array of desserts at the dessert station

Rev. Dr. Christy Lipscomb gives the opening prayer

Artwork that is available to bid on in the White Raffle

Gala guests pose for a photo in the Photo Booth

Robin Lott and Diane Brewer at the podium at the Fostering Futures Scholarship Making a Difference Gala

Elizabeth Hertel at the podium at the Fostering Futures Scholarship Making a Difference Gala

Dr. Tarence Lauchie, Emcee, stands behind the podium as speaks to the crowd

Gala attendees visit the finance table to purchase raffle tickets to bid on artwork and raffle baskets.

Guests get food at the buffet

One of the raffle options, the Giving Tree.

Woman standing behind a table, describing green booth raffle items to guest

Two women smile for the camera

Keynote speaker Michael Fenning of Lansing Community College, speaking on his experience in foster care.

Two women take a selfie at the Gala.

MET Director Megan Patino gives a quick interview about the Fostering Futures Making a Difference Gala.

A Gala attendee raises his paddle to raise money for Foster Students in Michigan

Diane Brewer stands on stage, and is presented a customized blanket, as a thank you by former MET co-workers

The Fostering Futures Program at a table setting

Gala attendees raise their paddles to raise money for Foster Students in Michigan

A beautiful display of fresh fruit served at the reception.

Guests get appetizers during the reception

Two women sitting behind a table with all attendees nametags, at the registration table

SAFE Bureau Director, Robin Lott, speaks to the Gala audience.

SAFE Bureau Director, Robin Lott, speaks to the camera.

Three women smile for the camera

Table setting from the Gala

Three men standing behind a table filled with 50 bottles of wine, working the wine pull raffle

Crowd applauding, some standing, some sitting at a dinner event