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Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation

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ALBION COLLEGE ACHIEVING VISION

Posted on May 10, 2011 by adminApril 16, 2015

The Gerstacker Foundation’s focus on a strong education has benefited a small Michigan college over the course of more than 45 years. The Foundation began its relationship with Albion College in 1965, and has provided over $6.7 million in pledges … Continue reading →

Posted in Grant History, Higher Education | Tagged Community, Education, School

MACKINAC CENTER PROTECTS FREE ENTERPRISE

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminMay 10, 2011

Just as federal policies affect society, so do state and local policies affect the quality of life – often hitting closer to home. Sharing a mutual respect for Michigan’s future and free enterprise, the Gerstacker Foundation has given the Mackinac … Continue reading →

Posted in Grant History, Public Policy Initiatives

FIGHTING FIRES SAFELY

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminSeptember 2, 2011

Knowing that local fire fighters have modern tools and training makes residents in many Michigan townships feel safer at home and on the road.  The Gerstacker Foundation has supported many projects that help save lives over the years. Grants, for … Continue reading →

Posted in Grant History, Public Service | Tagged Community, Fire Department, Public Service, Safety

INTERLOCHEN BY THE LAKE

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminSeptember 2, 2011

Nestled between two lakes in northern Michigan, the world-renowned Interlochen Center for the Arts was founded in 1928 to provide a training ground for young artists.  Today, Interlochen Arts Camp and Arts Academy offer education in creative writing, dance, motion … Continue reading →

Posted in Arts & Culture, Grant History | Tagged Arts, Interlochen, Music, Youth

MIDLAND ARTS & FESTIVALS

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminSeptember 9, 2011

Midland Center for the Arts means many things to many people:  a champion for active participation in the arts, an opportunity to speak the universal language of creativity, a place where global culture and community charm come together opening a … Continue reading →

Posted in Arts & Culture, Grant History | Tagged Arts, Community

NATURE CONSERVANCY

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminSeptember 20, 2011

Carl Gerstacker firmly believed in building strong communities while protecting the natural environment. A long-time admirer of the Great Lakes, he was a member of the founding board of trustees for the Michigan Chapter of The Nature Conservancy in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment and Conservation, Grant History | Tagged Conservation, Environment, Nature

CHIPPEWA NATURE CENTER CONNECTS PEOPLE TO EARTH

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminAugust 11, 2011

Chippewa Nature Center is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire people and institutions to protect the natural world. The Center includes a Visitor Center which underwent a major renovation in 2010, funded in part by the Gerstacker … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment and Conservation, Grant History | Tagged Nature

MIDMICHIGAN HEALTH GROWS WITH COMMUNITY

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminSeptember 2, 2011

Thanks to the support of many people and foundations in this community, quality health care is just a short drive away. MidMichigan Health features organizations that deliver a range of regional services to area residents, including hospital care, urgent care, … Continue reading →

Posted in Grant History, Health Care & Advanced Research | Tagged Health Care, Seniors, Technology

ACMH BRINGS HELP AND HOPE

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminSeptember 9, 2011

Life can be very stressful for the family of a child with a serious emotional disorder. This is why many families turn to the Association for Children’s Mental Health (ACMH) in Michigan. Since 1989, $693,000 in Gerstacker Foundation grants has … Continue reading →

Posted in Grant History, Health Care & Advanced Research | Tagged Health Care, Mental Health

THE POWER OF 4-H

Posted on April 28, 2011 by adminMay 12, 2011

In communities throughout Michigan, more than 230,000 young people are showing up for their 4-H club and group meetings pledging to use their head, heart, hands and health to make their communities, our country and our world better places in … Continue reading →

Posted in Grant History, Youth Activities | Tagged 4-H, Youth

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Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation
P. O. Box 1945
Midland, Michigan 48641-1945
Phone: 989.631.6097
The Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation was founded by Mrs. Eda U. Gerstacker in 1957, in memory of her husband. Its primary purpose is to carry on, indefinitely, financial aid to charities of all types supported by Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Gerstacker during their lifetimes. These charities are concentrated in the states of Michigan and Ohio.
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