Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation

We are always learning at #TheFord, and loved having so many powerful, intelligent women bringing us a whole new appreciation for #BettyFord at this historic conference. Watch the whole thing here: https://lnkd.in/ej4xrmcy Thanks for partnering with us, FLARE and School of Public Affairs, American University and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.

We are hiring! If you are an energetic, detail oriented person with a knack for delivering a great experience to our members, please consider applying. We are excited to add another friendly, collaborative colleague to our team. https://lnkd.in/e-A6c3qD

The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation has recognized six national journalists for their coverage of the Presidency and National Defense. We value these journalists’ hard work and were proud to acknowledge their exemplary reporting at our annual dinner this year. Congrats to 🖋 Toluse Olorunnipa (The Washington Post) 🖋 Travis Tritten, Konstantin Toropin, Drew Lawrence and Steve Beynon (Military.com) 🖋 Carla Babb (Voice of America) Read more about the winners: https://lnkd.in/ej3HbpP2

CONGRATS to the winners of our 2024 Student Writing Challenge! Juniors and seniors across the U.S. thoughtfully shared "What does the word 'American citizen' mean to me?" for this year's challenge, and they did not disappoint. We loved hearing from so many voices and are proud to partner with Meijer to award $8,000 in cash prizes to the winners and Meijer gift cards to teachers. See the full list of winners (and read their essays!) here: https://lnkd.in/ekkt6Hzf #meijercommunity #fordstudentwritingchallenge

Educators, are you looking to help students navigate the 2024 election season? "Campaigning with Character" is a fun, engaging field trip at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum where students will ✏️ learn the values that define a great leader ✏️see how great leaders reach voters through positive outreach ✏️make their own campaign ad. Our specially curated programming at the DeVos Learning Center has openings now and when school resumes in the fall. Reserve your space here: https://lnkd.in/eD5pbRPk #fieldtrips

Teachers! What better place to teach students the 3 branches of government than at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum? Our "We the People" program at the DeVos Learning Center gives kids hands-on experience that makes learning stick. Check out options here: https://lnkd.in/eYsmApcr

First Lady Jill Biden is coming to Grand Rapids to speak at our First Ladies Lunch! This is the first time a sitting First Lady has joined us for our event and we are beyond excited to extend our invitation to you. Please join us! RSVP by April 19 - there is limited seating to this event. https://lnkd.in/ecm9U2mX

First Lady Jill Biden is coming to Grand Rapids to speak at our First Ladies Lunch! This is the first time a sitting First Lady has joined us for our event and we are beyond excited to extend our invitation to you. Please join us! RSVP by April 19 - there is limited seating to this event. https://lnkd.in/ecm9U2mX

Are you a fan of First Ladies? How about Betty Ford? Register for our (FREE!) historic conference next week, featuring highly acclaimed experts on all things First Ladies, with a focus on Mrs. Ford herself. It's a unique opportunity to learn about the impact Betty Ford and other First Ladies have had on American history. https://lnkd.in/eN96vsDi

We have scheduled a VERY SPECIAL guest speaker for our First Ladies Lunch, and we would hate for you to miss out! Grab a friend and sign up for our biggest event of the year. (Oh, and the meal looks pretty superb, too. Treat yourself to a nice lunch break on April 26 - you deserve it!)