Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-3245131 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$214K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$13,000
Total assets$5.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $20,000.
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
20% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Community Fnd | Grand Rapids, MI | designated fund | $30,000 |
| Luke Society | Sioux Falls, SD | operating funds | $20,000 |
| Alpha GR | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds and building fund | $20,000 |
| World Renew | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $20,000 |
| Conductive Learning Center | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $20,000 |
| In the Image | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Salvation Army | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Mel Trotter Mission | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Guiding Light Mission | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Tunnel to Tower Foundation | New York, NY | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Daffodil Ministries | Wyoming, MI | operating funds | $10,000 |
| Institute of Contextual Health | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | Grand Rapids, MI | operating funds | $10,000 |
| Life Water International | Bentonville, AR | operating funds | $7,500 |
| Comstock Park Rotary | Comstock Park, MI | Neighborhood coat drive | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $214,500 | 15 |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | $218,500 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600859349100700
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3245131
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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