Gerard I & Beverly L Winkle Foundation
Historical FunderLake City, Michigan · EIN 38-3212032 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $6,313.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GERARD BEVERLY WINKLE |
|---|---|
| Address | 7116 W LAKE DRIVE, LAKE CITY MI 49651 |
| Phone | 2317758536 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORM REQUIRED. INCLUDE NAME, TYPE OF ORGANIZATION, AND PURPOSE OF REQUEST. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | AWARDS CONCENTRATED IN WEST MICHIGAN. NO REQUIREMENT AS TO TYPE OF ORGANIZATION, AMOUNT, OR LIMIT. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northen Christian Foundation | Ada, MI | Community improvement | $23,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | Community improvement | $15,000 |
| Lake City Christian Reformed Church | Lake City, MI | Community improvement | $6,313 |
| All Belong | Wyoming, MI | Community improvement | $5,000 |
| Northern Michigan Christian School | Mcbain, MI | Community improvement | $2,500 |
| Calvin Christian Reformed Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Community improvement | $1,000 |
| Life Resource Ministries | Gardnerville, NV | Community improvement | $1,000 |
| Revival Center | Cadillac, MI | Community improvement | $500 |
| Lifewise Academy | Hilliad, OH | Community improvement | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $54,563 | 9 |
| 2024 | $79,200 | 11 |
| 2023 | $78,614 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601249349100215
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3212032
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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