In 1957, Dwight Eisenhower was President and the average home cost $12,200, with tuition at University of Michigan being $100 per semester. That same year, the Michigan Architectural Foundation was formed and for more than five decades it has provided grants, scholarships, and educational resources to people throughout Michigan. This is only possible because of generous donors.
During November and December, MAF is conducting its Annual Appeal Campaign to encourage donors to help MAF grow and benefit more people and projects than ever before. Your tax-deductible gift of any amount makes a difference in Michigan’s communities through understanding and appreciation of how architecture enriches lives.
Your contribution will benefit various MAF grants and programs such as the Evans Graham Historic Preservation Grant, MAF’s Scholarship Program (for architecture students in Michigan’s five colleges of architecture), Education Awareness Grants, Damian Farrell Architecture Awareness Grants, Fellows Fund for Equity Grant, and programs and resources for K-12 students to learn about architecture and the built environment.
“Due to the generosity of our donors, MAF is able to expand every year,” said Tom Mathison, FAIA, MAF Development Committee Chair. “Every donor, regardless of the amount, plays an important role in making the lives of Michigan residents better through architecture.”
Chuck Lewis, AIA, MAF President adds, “MAF is entirely volunteer-led, so 100% of donor gifts go directly to programs, grants, and scholarships – not to overhead or administrative costs. We are passionate and committed to maximizing the impact of our mission to increase awareness of how architecture enriches lives.”
How Can You Support MAF?
To contribute, please visit our website at michiganarchitecturalfoundation.org and click on the “Donate” button at the top of the screen. This will lead you to the list of opportunities and specific fund options available. If you prefer to contribute by personal check, please send it to the address below and it will be properly documented. Please indicate to which fund you would like to designate your gift.
Michigan Architectural Foundation, 37637 Five Mile Road, Suite 399, Livonia, MI 48154
Visit our website to see highlights and the impact of MAF’s work. You can also view the 2024 Annual Report to find a summary of the past year. If you have any questions, please reach out to MAF’s Treasurer, Carl Roehling, FAIAE, at cdroehling@nullgmail.com.
The Michigan Architectural Foundation is a tax-exempt 501©(3) non-profit organization dedicated to connecting the people of Michigan with architecture and its impact on our lives. MAF’s tax ID# (EIN) is 38-1698501.