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Black Tie Blue Jeans 2018

 

 

 

Grand Rapids Christian’s signature fundraising event. 

 

 

 

2018 EVENT DETAILS

Black Tie Blue Jeans is Grand Rapids Christian’s signature fundraising event. The goal of Black Tie Blue Jeans is to impact every student by raising $550,000 towards financial aid and Student Support Services through the Eagles Fund. Enjoy great food and the opportunity to interact with our Keynote Speaker and Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient in this new venue.

Black Tie Blue Jeans means dress up, come in blue jeans, or a little of both!

DATE

Wednesday, March 21, 2018
6:30 pm

LOCATION

James and Shirley Balk
Center for Administrative Services
2400 Plymouth Ave SE


 

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Kavon Frazier,
Class of 2012

After graduating from Grand Rapids Christian High School in 2012, Kavon Frazier went on to Central Michigan University and was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 6th round of the NFL Draft.

Since his career as a professional football player began, Kavon has made it his mission to better the lives of people in communities with limited resources. In 2017, Kavon founded the Frazier Cares Foundation. This organization provides a helping hand to both parents and children living a purposeful life.

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI

Richard M. DeVos Distinguished Alumni Award 2018 Recipient:
James Haveman, Jr
Class of 1961

We are honored to present this year’s Richard M. DeVos Distinguished Alumni Award to James Haveman, Jr, in recognition of his devotion to Christian education and distinguished history of public service, management, and volunteer work.

A social worker by training, Haveman has influenced and invested his talents and resources to impact various organizations. A recognized public servant, his work has benefited individuals in our local community and worldwide.

Click here to see past Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients as well as video highlights of award recipients.


 

2018 BLACK TIE BLUE JEANS EVENT PHOTOS

EVENT DETAILS

EVENT VENUE: James and Shirley Balk Center for Administrative Services on the campus of Grand Rapids Christian High School
CATERING: Gilmore Catering
FLORALS: The Farmer's Wife
EVENT RENTALS: Event Theory

GET IN TOUCH

 

Superintendent

Tom DeJonge

Director of Communications

Megan Gritter

Director of Development

Amanda Matthews

Director of Events

Dana Stenstrom