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Stephen Rolfe Powell (American, 1951 – 2019). Gasping Flying Flicker, 2010. Blown Glass, 2 x 23.5 inches. Grand Rapids Art Museum, The Jack H. Miller Glass Collection, 2025.51. © Stephen Rolfe Powell
Live Artfully 2026 honoring Meg and Greg Willit
Friday, Sep 11, 2026
6:00 pm — 10:00 pm
GRAM is delighted to present Live Artfully 2026: Honoring Meg and Greg Willit. The Live Artfully tradition celebrates individuals whose leadership, generosity, and vision have made a lasting impact on the arts and cultural life of West Michigan.
In true Live Artfully spirit, the Host Committee is planning a lively celebration worthy of Meg and Greg, who know a thing or two about bringing people together.
Meg’s nearly three decades of involvement with GRAM — as a trustee, committee leader, gala co-chair, and advocate for the Museum’s collection and exhibitions — reflect a deep and longstanding dedication to the Museum. Together, Meg and Greg exemplify thoughtful, joyful philanthropy and an enduring belief in the power of community.
This year’s celebration comes at a special moment as the Museum presents Gathering Light: The Jack H. Miller Glass Collection, honoring the late Jack H. Miller. Recognizing Meg and Greg during this exhibition offers a meaningful opportunity to celebrate their family’s legacy of giving to the arts and the West Michigan community.
Host Committee
Denise Christy, Starr Humphries, Sue Jandernoa, Tina Kanis, Philomena Mantella, Kendall Meijer, Jane Meilner, Carol Van Andel, Kyle Van Andel, Rebecca Wierda, Andrew Willit, Nathan Willit
For more information, contact Advancement Events Manager Annmarie Ventura at 616.831.2925 or aventura@artmuseumgr.org
Thank you to our Sponsors
Proceeds from this event support GRAM’s mission to connect people through art, creativity, and design.
- Northern Trust
Tickets and Sponsorship Opportunities
Proceeds from this event support GRAM’s mission to connect people through art, creativity, and design.
$25,000 Crystalline Lead Sponsor
All sponsor levels and ticket options include dinner and an open bar.
- Recognition as Lead Sponsor with logo placement in printed program and website, and name placement on Annual Donor Wall
- 10 tickets to Live Artfully
- Private small group tour of an exhibition of choice with a curator
- Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for a full year
- $23,750 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
$15,000 Gleaming Sponsorship
All sponsor levels and ticket options include dinner and an open bar.
- 10 tickets to Live Artfully event
- Recognition includes name placement in printed program, on website, and Annual Donor Wall
- Private small group tour of an exhibition of choice with a curator
- Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for a full year
- $13,750 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
Keep the party going…
If interested, please reach out to Annmarie Ventura at aventura@artmuseum.org or 616.831.2925.
- Logo/name placement incorporated within the After Party
- Includes all benefits at the $15,000 Gleaming Sponsorship level
$10,000 Refracting Light Sponsorship
All sponsor levels and ticket options include dinner and an open bar.
- 10 tickets to Live Artfully event
- Recognition includes name placement in printed program, on website, and Annual Donor Wall
- Private small group tour of an exhibition of choice with a curator
- Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for a full year
- $8,750 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
Cheers to Meg and Greg!
If interested, please reach out to Annmarie Ventura at aventura@artmuseum.org or 616.831.2925.
- Includes a special thank you and acknowledgement during champagne toast.
- Includes all benefits at the $10,000 Refracting Light Sponsorship level
$5,000 Sparkling Ticket Sponsorship
All sponsor levels and ticket options include dinner and an open bar.
- 8 Tickets to Live Artfully event
- Recognition includes name placement in printed program, on website, and Annual Donor Wall
- Private small group tour of an exhibition of choice with a docent
- Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for a full year
- $4,000 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
$3,000 Brilliant Ticket Sponsorship
Please note this sponsor level is for individuals. Corporations that purchase at this level will be listed as an event contributor instead of an event sponsor.
All sponsor levels and ticket options include dinner and an open bar.
- 4 Tickets to Live Artfully event
- Recognition includes name placement in printed program, on website, and Annual Donor Wall
- Private small group tour of an exhibition of choice with a docent
- Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for a full year
- $2,500 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
$1,500 Shimmering Individual Sponsorship
Please note this sponsor level is for individuals. Corporations that purchase at this level will be listed as an event contributor instead of an event sponsor.
All sponsor levels and ticket options include dinner and an open bar.
- 2 Tickets to Live Artfully event
- Recognition includes name placement in printed program, on website, and Annual Donor Wall
- Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for a full year
- $1,250 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
$250 Frosted Individual Ticket
A ticket includes dinner and an open bar.
- 1 Ticket to Live Artfully event
- $125 Charitable Contribution to Museum (tax-deductible)
Make a Donation
If you can’t make it to their celebration, consider making a donation to the GRAM in Meg and Greg’s honor. Proceeds support GRAM’s mission to connect people through art, creativity, and design.
- Recognition includes name placement in printed program and on website
- Charitable Contribution to Museum at your level of giving (tax-deductible)
Blended Sponsorship Opportunities
In honor of the late Jack H. Miller and his legacy of support for GRAM, blended sponsorship opportunities are being offered for anyone wishing to contribute to both the Live Artfully 2026 event recognizing Meg and Greg Willit and the Gathering Light: The Jack H. Miller Glass Collection exhibition.
To discuss a blended event and exhibition sponsorship, please reach out to Annmarie Ventura at aventura@artmuseumgr.org.
Sponsorship Benefits
Learn more about the benefits of sponsoring Live Artfully.
This dynamic program offers free admission and a range of benefits including invitations to unique member-only events and tours, travel opportunities, and recognition as museum supporters.
Live Artfully sponsors at the $1,500+ level receive either a Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for one full year. Your membership will be processed at the level of your charitable contribution.
Corporate Partnership is crucial to the sustainability of our Museum, and it is a wonderful opportunity for companies to give back and become visible supporters of the arts in Grand Rapids.
Live Artfully sponsors at the $1,500+ level receive either a Corporate Partnership or Donor Circle Membership for one full year. Your membership will be processed at the level of your charitable contribution.
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Please Note
Your name(s) will be held on a guest list at the door; tickets will not be mailed. The Grand Rapids Art Museum is a non-profit 501©3 organization, therefore a portion of the cost of sponsorship/ticket purchase is tax deductible.
Due to the nature of this fundraising event, GRAM cannot offer refunds. If you are unable to attend, your ticket or sponsorship will be transferred into an event donation.