Douglas L and Kathy J Kool Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-3072060 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$211K
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
17% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Heights | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $55,000 |
| Exalta Health | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $30,000 |
| Safe Haven | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $20,000 |
| Holland Home | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $20,000 |
| Iccf | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $15,000 |
| Crossroads Prison Ministries | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $12,000 |
| Wedgewood Christian Services | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $11,500 |
| Second Christian Reformed | Grand Haven, MI | General support | $11,111 |
| Grand Rapids Christian School | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $10,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | Merrifield, VA | General support | $7,000 |
| Road for Recovery | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $5,000 |
| Family Promise | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $5,000 |
| Operation Mobilization | Tyrone, GA | General support | $5,000 |
| All Belong | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,500 |
| Cord Group | Ada, MI | General support | $1,500 |
| Project Hope | Millwood, VA | General support | $500 |
| The Banner | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $211,361 | 17 |
| 2023 | $212,350 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533179349102833
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3072060
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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