Below is the current list of major ($500+) donors. All donations are important, no matter how small but lead donations from the following donors have made this project a reality.
Major ($500+) Donor List
Meijer Corporation
Ed & Nancy Hanenberg
Steelcase Foundation
Phil Gordon & Beth Hekman-Gordon
Steven G Bandstra Foundation
Braun Corporation
Best Packaging
Coopersville Community Foundation
Ryan J. Byle Memorial Fund
Sidney J. Jansma, Jr. TTEE
2 J’s Enterprises
Dr. & Mrs. Gaylen Byker/Fuller Foundation
Major donors will be recognized with a permanent plaque mounted onboard the finished railcar.
Steelcase Foundation Grant The Steelcase Foundation provided a $25,000 challenge grant towards this project, which was met on October 31, 2008. The project is currently funded at its $125,000 budget set in 2005. Economy and material expense changes mean we may need additional funds to complete this project. Donations and/or in-kind contributions are always welcome. Please contact any officers or board members to donate time and/or materials. Donations may be mailed to the WMSIH offices at PO Box 273, Coopersville, MI 49404.
Coopersville Area Community Foundation This project is made possible by multiple grants from the Coopersville Area Community Foundation Community Action Fund. The Coopersville Area Community Foundation is an affiliate of the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation.
An initial $500 grant provided funding for the purchase of the project railcar. A recent $1,000 grant will provide funding for the renovation and installation of a handicap lift and related equipment.
Additional funds have been pledged by Ed and Nancy Hanenberg who are directors of funds currently held in the Community Foundation as well.
ALL Aboard Campaign Below is a poster for the ALL Aboard Campaign. Click on the image for a larger version.