The Grand Impact: A Tech, Arts, & Community Takeover

What began as the Future of Philanthropy Panel + Happy Hour has evolved into a full Studio Park takeover for Tech Week GR, bringing together some of the most influential voices, boldest ideas, and game-changing collaborations in Grand Rapids and beyond.

This first-of-its-kind, cross-sector event is powered by four powerhouse partners, Ama International, Midwest House, Startup Grind GR, and OPNR, uniting founders, innovators, creatives, and changemakers to inspire new possibilities and drive meaningful impact in our city.

💬 Come for the conversation, 🏆 stay for the competition, and 🤝 leave with connections that could transform your work and your community.

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🗓 Event Itinerary

3:00 PM – Registration at Arts Marketplace 🍸

Bar opens – 1 drink ticket per registrant, additional drink tickets available for purchase

3:30 PM – GRGD Future of Philanthropy Panel (The Piazza – Lawn) 🎤

4:00 – 5:00 PM – Midwest House Happy Hour + Apps (Arts Marketplace) 🍷🍴

Games & networking continue (The Piazza – Lawn) 🎯

5:10 PM – Startup Grind GR Global Pitch Battle 🏆💡

Seeking the most innovative and creative ventures to compete in the second annual Global Pitch Battle. No deck, 2 minutes, battle! (The Piazza – Lawn)

5:45 PM – Announcement of the 2025 Grand Rapids Giving Day (GRGD) Nonprofit Partners 🎉

6:00 PM – Invitation to Midtown for The Remix Economy: AI, Music & the Creator Revolution 🎶🤖 (Midtown)

Register separately for OPNR event

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💡 Why Attend?

🤝 Connect with leaders in tech, social impact, and the arts

📚 Gain insight from top philanthropic and entrepreneurial minds

🏆 Watch groundbreaking ideas compete for funding in real time

🌍 Network with changemakers and innovators from across sectors

🎉 Celebrate the reveal of GRGD’s 2025 nonprofit cohort