Giving to the Kaufman Institute
Kaufman Interfaith Institute (KII) is a recognized (Global/National/Local) leader in improving the critical need for Interfaith Understanding. Since its inception as a convener of Interfaith Dialogue for Abrahamic traditions, it has grown to serve people of all faiths, spiritual but no religion and those that have left their tradition but are eager to engage in Interfaith work and understanding. Because KII is intimately involved in impactful, meaningful work with such a broad variety of individuals (age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, abilities, etc.) we are uniquely poised to respond to urgent community issues and needs.
IN ORDER TO EFFECTIVELY SERVE ALL THAT SEEK OUR SERVICES, WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT!
KII working through staff, volunteers and community partners serves more than 500 individuals working with more than 30 organizations annually. We directly engage with dozens of students (ages 13-21) through our programs both on-and-off campus. While we are housed at GVSU, with an endowment established by Sylvia Kaufman, our work since the early years has expanded exponentially. A contribution from you directly supports one of the 200 events and initiatives we produce annually.
Funds today are being raised for:
- Kaufman's K-12 Programming
- General Program Support (on and off campus activities)
Please consider this opportunity to help bring understanding and peace as we seek respect for all persons in our increasingly diverse communities. To learn more, please contact Kyle Kooyers, Associate Director - [email protected] / 616-331-5718
Thank you very much for your interest and consideration!
I have supported Kaufman both financially and as a volunteer since its inception because, in this very polarized culture that seeks to divide, the work of the Institute provides forums for those of us who seek to broaden our community.
- Cary Fleischer
When donating, you have the option to contribute to either:
Kaufman Interfaith Institute Program Fund
or
Sylvia and Richard Kaufman Interfaith Institute Endowment
We greatly appreciate your support!
Thank You To Our Current Donors!
Individuals
Alan and Anna Alpert
Jonathon and Laura Aikens
David Baak and Betty Zylstra
Jesse Bernal
David and Julie Bernstein
James and Donna Brooks
Douglas and Joanie Dowling
Bert and Jeane Dugan
Daryl Fischer and Daniel Gleason
Cary Fleischer and Judith Subar
Barbara A. Gordon
Frances B. Hamilton
Janice B. Heerspink
Elle Hilley
Kevin Hubbard and Shannon Denison
John Hunting
Mary L. Ivanov
Riley Jensen
Loretta L. Jones
Cynthia Kamp
Sylvia Kaufman
Douglas and Barbara Kindschi
Wallson and Rebecca Knack
Kyle Kooyers and Caitlin Hopkins
C.J. Lautenbach
John and Mary Loeks
Arend D. and Nancy Lubbers
Ali M. Metwalli
John and Karen Meyers
Douglas and Carol Robinson
Milton and Barbara Rohwer
Brent and Diane Slay
Bonnie Spurlock
Richard and Mary Stevens
Maureen D. Stewart
Kurt and Sharon Stiansen
Karen H. Stokes
Paul and Janis Stoub
Teresa Thome and Fred Stella
Deana Weibel and Glen Swanson
Judith Theune
Frank and Sharon VanHaven
Deana Weibel and Glen Swanson
Organizations
Acton Institute | Fetzer Institute | Gaylord Children’s Fund | Grand Rapids Dominicans | Jewish Federation of Grand Rapids | Sikh Society of West Michigan | United Jewish Charities of Greater Muskegon
