Memorials and Tributes

Memorials and Tributes

A gift to Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan made in honor of or in memory of someone special is a heartfelt way to recognize their life and values. Your generosity supports the program or purpose you choose, is 100% tax deductible, and helps advance our shared mission to improve health, instill humanity, and inspire hope.

Gifts in memory

A memorial gift is made to honor and remember someone who has passed away. It is a thoughtful way to celebrate a life and create a lasting impact in their name.

Memorial gifts:

  • May be shared with family members 
  • Can be requested in lieu of flowers

Suggested obituary language:
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in memory of {loved one’s name} to the {Program Name} at Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan.

Gifts in memory

A memorial gift is made to honor and remember someone who has passed away. It is a thoughtful way to celebrate a life and create a lasting impact in their name.

Memorial gifts:

  • May be shared with family members 
  • Can be requested in lieu of flowers

Suggested obituary language:
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in memory of {loved one’s name} to the {Program Name} at Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan.

Gifts in honor

An honor gift (tribute gift) celebrates someone who is living - such as a caregiver, friend, family member, or someone marking a special occasion.

Honor gifts:

  • Recognize milestones, achievements, or acts of care
  • Will be shared with the honoree if contact information is provided 

Giving by phone or mail

Phone:
Call 616.391.3412 to make a gift by credit card.

Mail:
Send checks payable to Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan, along with a note including:

  • The individual’s name
  • Gift designation (in memory or in honor)
  • Program designation

Address:
Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan
25 Michigan St NE, Suite 4100
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Giving online

You may honor or remember someone online by:

Gifts in memory or honor are 100% tax-deductible and support the program or purpose of your choice. 

Resources for funeral home directors and professionals

We are happy to provide you with Corewell Health Foundation branded envelopes and donation reply forms.

Call 616.391.2000