Louis M Dexter Memorial Foundation Inc
Historical FunderGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-3383892 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $2,900.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MARY BARDOLPH |
|---|---|
| Address | 375 PEBBLE BEACH SE, GRAND RAPIDS MI 49546 |
| Phone | 6168566543 |
| Form and materials | IN LETTER FORMAT, INCLUDING A COPY OF THE EXEMPTION LETTER FROM 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION, AND STATING USE OF FUNDS REQUESTED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
0% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquinas College | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $3,000 |
| St Cecilia Music Center Cathy Holbrook Execitive Director | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $3,000 |
| Calvin College | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $3,000 |
| Iccf Family Haven | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $3,000 |
| Kids' Food Basket | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,900 |
| Fellowship of Christian a | Rockford, MI | General support | $2,500 |
| Southeast Comm Outreach Pablo Garcia Executive Director | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,500 |
| Porter Hills Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,500 |
| Gilda's Club Worldwide | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,070 |
| Hospice of Michigan | Ada, MI | General support | $2,000 |
| Comprehensive Therapy Cen Ellen Sawyer Executive Director | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,000 |
| Equest Center for Theraputic Riding Kathy Ryan Director | Rockford, MI | General support | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | General support | $1,500 |
| Assoc for the Blind & Visually Imp | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $1,500 |
| Camp Tall Turf Marcus Hargrave President | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $1,500 |
| Porter Hills Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Capital campaign | $1,100 |
| Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary | Lake Odessa, MI | General support | $500 |
| Project Esme | Comstock Park, MI | General support | $500 |
| Calvin College | Grand Rapids, MI | Calvin community symphony | $310 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,380 | 19 |
| 2024 | $37,380 | 16 |
| 2023 | $37,380 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610669349100311
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3383892
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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