Grand Traverse Pavilions Foundation

Mission Statement

The Grand Traverse Pavilions Foundation was organized exclusively to raise financial support for the Grand Traverse Pavilions to enhance the quality of life of those who make the Pavilions their home or utilize related healthcare services while providing access to all citizens regardless of their ability to pay.

Brief History

Grand Traverse Pavilions' rich heritage dates back to 1911 with the opening of the Grand Traverse County Infirmary. With the emergence of Medicaid, Grand Traverse County Medical Care was created out of Public Act 280 with a new building constructed in 1959. In 1990, a campus plan was envisioned to account for the community's growing aged population and the desire for a continuum of care on the historic Grand Traverse Commons. Grand Traverse Pavilions opened in 1998, followed by the restoration of three historic Cottages into senior assisted living apartments. In 2002, Grand Traverse Pavilions became the region's first and only public, non-profit continuum of care, providing over 3 million dollars annually in uncompensated care and services to individuals who reside on our campus. This includes long-term, skilled nursing services, which Medicaid reimburses at less than the cost to provide and also by offering sliding scale fees to those who reside in assisted living apartments where currently no government assistance exists.

Goals

The primary goal is to grow the size of endowment funds to ensure access to care and services for years to come for all citizens of the region while enhancing the quality of programs, services and environment. The growth of endowment funds is critical to bridging the gap between the actual cost of providing services and the reimbursement received.

Volunteer Opportunities

Assisting with activities, music, crafts, field trips, social visits, reading, transporters, plant care, special events, fundraising, and serving on boards and committees.

Giving Opportunities

Benevolent Endowment Funds Provides present and future financial assistance to individuals in need of services from the Pavilions. Arboretum Fund Provides funding to implement the development plan for the historic grand lawn with walking paths, benches, raised gardens, gazebo, etc, to allow residents opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Eden Fund Enhances the quality of life by introducing plants, animals and children into the residents' daily lives. Bus Fund Provides ongoing operational support for transporting residents and other participants to appointments, recreational, cultural, and social events. Annual Campaign Unrestricted gifts to support general administrative, fundraising, and programming expenses. Planned Gifts Arranged future charitable support through wills or trusts. Corporate Sponsorships Opportunity for an Organization to publicize their support for our annual fundraising event.

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Fundraising Events

Pavilions' Gala Annual fundraising event provides for an elegant evening of dinner, entertainment and live/silent auction.