Serving on an AIA Grand Rapids Committee is a great opportunity to get involved and make an impact at the local chapter level. Make the most of your Membership by joining a Committee today.
A local AIA Knowledge Community working for architects, allied professionals, and the public to achieve climate action and climate justice through design.
Committee Co-Chairs:
Matt VanSweden, Assoc. AIA
Open Opportunity
Our flagship event, the AIAGR Honor Awards brings together hundreds from our community to highlight design excellence.
Committee Chair:
Steven Romkema, AIA
Interested in supporting students while having fun? The AIAGR Golf Outing is our annual event to fund our student scholarships and member leadership grants.
Young Architects Forum (YAF) Grand Rapids is a committee of AIA Grand Rapids and is dedicated to connecting emerging architectural professionals to create inclusive spaces where recent graduates and early-career architects can connect, collaborate, and build meaningful relationships that strengthen the architectural community.
Program Director:
Sean Costello, AIA
AIA GR’s mentorship program connects mid-career professionals with seasoned mentors. An excellent opportunity to connect and grow.
Applications for the 2025 Cohort are now closed.
Program Directors:
Sarah Carter, Assoc. AIA
Anne Doornbos, AIA
During construction AIA GR members lead tours of their projects. If you would like to conduct one let us know!
AIA GR hosts regular Lunch + Learn opportunities with industry partners to help you achieve your needed CEUs. In addition, many of our events offer HSW CEUs.
In 2021 the AIA GR formally created an endowment fund with the Michigan Architecture Foundation, an investment which will provide the chapter financial resiliency to support the scholarship program for decades to come. Each year we issue two scholarships to support the next generation of architects.
Applications for 2026 are now open!
AIA GR offers our members the opportunity to apply for professional development grants to attend a leadership conference or program such as the AIA Leadership Summit, AIA Conference on Architecture & Design, AIA Women’s Leadership Summit, or the NOMA Conference.
Applications are reviewed quarterly on a rolling basis. Only current AIAGR members may apply.
Discover how you can contribute to our community through volunteering and engagement opportunities.
Volunteering is easy! You can start by signing up on our website to receive updates on upcoming opportunities. We welcome individuals at all experience levels to join our initiatives.
Volunteering offers numerous benefits, including networking with industry professionals and gaining valuable experience. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact our community. Plus, it’s a great way to enhance your resume!
Anyone with a passion for architecture and design can volunteer. We encourage participation from students, professionals, and retirees alike. Your unique perspective and skills are always welcome.
The time commitment varies based on the project and your availability. We offer flexible opportunities to fit your schedule, whether you can dedicate a few hours or several weeks. Every bit of time you contribute makes a difference.
You can sign up directly through our website’s volunteer section. There, you’ll find a list of current opportunities and a simple registration form. Join us today and start making an impact.
