The Mary Free Bed Fund
235 Wealthy Street SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503
Application Information and Questionnaire
Thank you for your interest in the Mary Free Bed Fund. The following information and
Questionnaire will assist you in submitting your request for funding.
Background
Mission Statement: The primary mission of the Mary Free Bed Fund is to support the
charitable, scientific, and educational purposes and missions of the Mary Free Bed Guild and its
subsidiaries. The Mary Free Bed Fund also supports activities and organizations whose focus
is on the education, recreation, health and well being of the disabled population in western
Michigan. In addition, the Fund will support community organizations that promote the mission
and direction of the Mary Free Bed Guild and its subsidiaries.
Consideration is given to requests that fulfill the following:
. Involve people with disabilities
. Demonstrate a direct relationship with the Fund Mission Statement
. Serve those in West Michigan
. Are collaborative, innovative, or have the potential for being on
going.
Evaluation of Requests
Each request receives careful attention. When questions arise, the applicant
may be contacted for further information.
The Fund Board meets the third Tuesday of September, November, January,
March, and May.
Requests must be received by the first business day of the meeting month.
Requests received after that day will be considered at the next scheduled meeting.
You will receive notice of the status of your request within thirty days after your
proposal is considered.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Susan Bloss
Mary Free Bed Fund Board President
Please complete the following questionnaire and return it with a copy of your proposal and
completed application to:
Guild.Administrator@maryfreebed.com