Please remember our sponsors who make this all possible, and help us thank them for their commitment to preserving the legacy of America’s heroes. 💙❤️
GGC ORGANIZERS
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Studio Park
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Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation
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Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum & Library
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Meijer
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The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies
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City of Grand Rapids
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Air Zoo
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Oasis Senior Advisors
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Trinity Health
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National Heritage Academies
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Trillium Living
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Wege Foundation
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Peter & Emajean Cook Foundation
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Varnum Law
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University of Michigan Health
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University of Michigan Ann Arbor
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Hospice of Michigan
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WZZM 13
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WXMI Fox 17
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Lake Michigan Credit Union
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American Legion
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Klingman’s
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Amway Corporation
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Applied Innovation
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E3 Compliance
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Clark Foundation
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Mary Free Bed
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The Williams Family*
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The Stornant Family*
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A250
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World Affairs Council of West Michigan
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Grand Rapids, Michigan
September 1 - September 7, 2025
Join us in Grand Rapids, Michigan, as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II with a heartfelt tribute to the countries Greatest Generation.
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This extraordinary event honors the millions of American and Allied forces, patriots, and citizens who made immense sacrifices to ensure a world free of tyranny.
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Experience this tribute through a vibrant parade, a captivating film festival, breathtaking military flyover, inspiring speaking engagements, events with prominent dignitaries, and much more.
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This celebration is proudly organized by the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, the Michigan Heroes Museum, the Hauenstein Center at Grand Valley State University, and the City of Grand Rapids. It is thoughtfully coordinated by a collaboration of dedicated community anchors whose passion and commitment ensure this event brings history, gratitude, and remembrance to life.
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Honor Your Loved One with a Commemorative Board
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Stay tuned for more details!
Thank You!
Food Vendor Trailer
Frankenmuth, MI
September, 5-7, 2025
Frankenmuth Auto Fest
Plan to Visit the Autofest
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The Frankenmuth Auto Fest is the largest Car Show in Michigan.
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Frankenmuth Auto Fest is a 501(c)4.
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Frankenmuth Auto Fest is the largest fundraiser for the Michigan Heroes Museum, the Frankenmuth Rotary Club, the Frankenmuth Lion’s Club, the Frankenmuth American Legion, and the Frankenmuth VFW.
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We have raised over $1.8 million in the last 12 years.
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The Michigan Heroes Museum needs 60 volunteers to run our trailer. If you are interested in helping the museum, please call us at (989)652-8005 and let us know.