Merle & Sheri de Witt Foundation
Invitation OnlyHolland, Michigan · EIN 27-0769508 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$249K
Organizations funded35
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$3.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,500.
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
17% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zeeland Christian | Zeeland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $33,500 |
| Unity Christian School | Hudsonville, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $30,000 |
| Northwestern College | Orange City, IA | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $27,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $20,000 |
| Western Theological Seminary | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $19,000 |
| Ottawa Reformed Church | West Olive, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $17,340 |
| Children's Advocacy Center | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $17,234 |
| Multiplication Network | Sauk Village, IL | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $15,000 |
| North Holland Crc | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,500 |
| American Values | Washington, DC | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| Mission India | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| Museum of the Bible | Washington, DC | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| Borculo Christian School | Zeeland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $4,000 |
| Blvd Church | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $3,000 |
| Cran-Hill Ranch | Rodney, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $2,500 |
| Hospice of Holland | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $2,000 |
| Resiliance | Allegan, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $2,000 |
| The Humanity Share | Norristown, PA | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $2,000 |
| Upward Bound | Zeeland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $2,000 |
| Barnabas Ministries | Hamilton, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Family Life Center | Allendale, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Hope College | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Reach the Forgotten | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Stephen's Children Foundation Inc | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Nestlings Diaper Bank | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Outside in | Grand Haven, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| Shields of Hope | Zeeland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $1,000 |
| 3Sixty | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $600 |
| Kids Hope USA | Zeeland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $500 |
| Lakeshore Pregnancy Center | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $500 |
| Love Inc | Allendale, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $500 |
| Belay Youth Ministry | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $500 |
| Mental Health Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $500 |
| Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates | Holland, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $500 |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $249,074 | 35 |
| 2024 | $210,080 | 30 |
| 2023 | $150,140 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611899349100611
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0769508
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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