Robert and Sharon Grooters Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-3568177 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$25K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$88K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
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
14% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Bonita Springs, FL | General Operations | $7,000 |
| Bay Harbor Church | Bay Harbor, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan | Grand Rapids, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Great Lakes Center for the Arts | Bay Harbor, MI | General operations | $5,000 |
| Bay Harbor Classic Car & Boat Festival | Muskegon, MI | General Operations | $1,570 |
| Helping Hands Inc | Kalamazoo, MI | General operations | $1,000 |
| Bay Harbor Church | Bay Harbor, MI | Gift Fund | $200 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,770 | 7 |
| 2024 | $57,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $16,800 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 31, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600909349100210
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3568177
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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