Bea Aldrink Idema Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 27-2534791 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.1M
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$30.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
26% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $250,000 |
| Grand Rapids Community Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $100,000 |
| Kids Hope USA Inc | Zeeland, MI | Project/Program support. | $100,000 |
| Van Andel Research Institute | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $60,000 |
| The Potter's House | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $50,000 |
| Joseph Project Inc | Grosse Pointe, MI | Project/Program support. | $50,000 |
| New City Networks | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $50,000 |
| Odc Network | Holland, MI | Project/Program support. | $50,000 |
| Grand Rapids Symphony Society | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $35,000 |
| Louisville Youth Orchestra | Louisville, KY | Project/Program support. | $25,000 |
| The Storehouse of Community Resources | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $25,000 |
| Upcycle Bikes | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $25,000 |
| Waterfront Botanical Gardens | Louisville, KY | Project/Program support. | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding & Horsemanship | Milford, OH | General operating support. | $25,000 |
| Community Spay Neuter Initiative Partnership C-Snip | Kentwood, MI | Capital funds. | $25,000 |
| Cristo Rey Research Triangle High School Inc | Durham, NC | Project/Program support. | $25,000 |
| Ballard-Carlisle County Historical and Genealogical Society Inc | Wickliffe, KY | Project/Program support. | $21,000 |
| Camp Living Waters | Luther, MI | Capital funds. | $20,000 |
| Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding Inc | Rockford, MI | Project/Program support. | $20,000 |
| Family Scholar House | Louisville, KY | Project/Program support. | $20,000 |
| Wreaths Across America | Columbia Falls, ME | Project/Program support. | $15,500 |
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $15,000 |
| Bethesda Farm | Allendale, MI | Project/Program support. | $15,000 |
| Catholic Central High School | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $15,000 |
| Kids Food Basket | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $15,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | Sarasota, FL | Project/Program support. | $15,000 |
| Brave the Shave | Byron Center, MI | Project/Program support. | $13,000 |
| Society for Christian Instructionallendale | Allendale, MI | Project/Program support. | $12,000 |
| American Heart Association Inc | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $10,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City Networks | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $50,000 |
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Project/Program support. | $30,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,136,500 | 32 |
| 2024 | $1,006,500 | 16 |
| 2023 | $155,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601269349101240
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-2534791
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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