Events and Programs

Thank you to all those who joined us for the 5th annual Minority Summer Intern Reception June 1 at MSU College of Human Medicine. The reception is designed to welcome summer interns of color to Grand Rapids and provides them the opportunity to connect with other interns, professionals of color and business leaders throughout West Michigan.

We extend a special thank you to our generous sponsors who made this event possible. They are listed in the right column of this page.

To learn more about MAP and how we serve minority interns, contact Farris Withers at 616.771.0320.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Minority Summer Intern Reception event has been a huge success, with sponsors and attendees gaining a great deal from their investments of dollars and time. According to one employee of a sponsor company, “I am proud that our company continues to support diversity initiatives like this in our community.” Sponsorships are $250 or $500.

Why sponsor the Minority Summer Intern Reception?
• Align your company with the program goals outlined above
• Demonstrate your commitment to diversity and inclusion in the business community
• Help your minority interns build & strengthen relationships with other members of your community

We invite all Chamber Members to connect by participating in events and being a sponsor. 

Click here for sponsorship levels and benefits or contact Leslee Fritz at 616.771.0357.