Doors will open beginning at 5:30 PM. We recommend arriving 30-45 minutes before the service to ensure that you are able to be seated in a timely manner.

Food will not be served, but we will have bottled water available.

Please dress comfortably. Most guests typically wear business casual attire, or clothes appropriate for a funeral or wake.

To allow for all donor families to be represented, please no more than 10 guests.

Masks are not required, but please wear what feels comfortable for you.

Tickets are not required, nor is it required that you RSVP.

A service of reflection and thanks for the generous gift that our donors and their families selflessly gave to allow the gift of knowledge.

The purpose of the Service of Gratitude is to honor our donors and their loved ones. There will be expressions of gratitude, thoughtfulness, and feelings. There will be a non denominational invocation.

Our service will be broadcast via livestream. Watch the livestream via YouTube

We welcome monetary donations to help advance the gift of knowledge. If you feel moved to give, please contribute to the program via the U-M Leaders & Best website to make a donation.