Welcome to the Gerald R. Ford Foundation website.

Foundation-supported activities include Smithsonian-quality feature exhibits, noted speakers and various community activities. The Foundation supports excellence in journalism through its awards and quality scholarship through its travel grants. Foundation funding also supports the Library and Museum's public education programs on the presidency and the political process.

If you love learning about our nation's history and enjoy world-class exhibits, we invite you to join Friends of Ford, our membership program that provides free admission to the Museum, early notification of special events and many other benefits.

See About Us to learn more about the Foundation and its mission.

See Exhibits, Events, Speakers for information about upcoming Museum activities.       

See News for recent events and activities.

See Timeline for significant events in Gerald R. Ford's life and career.

Noteworthy Events

Please use this link to see information about recent public programs at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library (Ann Arbor) and Museum (Gand Rapids).

Choose a link below to see a recent tribute to President Ford.

September 28, 2007    University of Michigan Remembers President Gerald R. Ford
September 27, 2007    Michigan State Bar recognizes Ford with Tribute
August 31, 2007         Ford Commemorative Stamp unveiling at Museum
June 11, 2007           2007 Gerald R. Ford Foundation Dinner
June 11, 2007           President Gerald R. Ford Commemorative Stamp Image Unveiled
July 14, 2007            Vaden Bales' Remarks at Wreath Laying Ceremony
July 14, 2007            Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of President Gerald R. Ford
January 16, 2007        Naming Ceremony for the USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78)