Stephen and Valerie Spoelhof Foundation
Invitation OnlyHolland, Michigan · EIN 26-1539356 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$195K
Organizations funded31
Typical grant$5,025
Total assets$3.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,025 and $9,025.
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
32% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Theological Seminary | Holland, MI | General operation | $31,500 |
| Calvin University | Grand Rapids, MI | General operation | $13,550 |
| Febc | Albert Lea, MN | General operation | $10,025 |
| Bridge Builders International | Wheaton, IL | General operation | $10,000 |
| Caribbean Christian Center for the Deaf | Zeeland, MI | General Operation | $10,000 |
| Beer City Dog Biscuits | Grand Rapids, MI | General operation | $10,000 |
| Multiplication Network | Sauk Village, IL | General operation | $9,025 |
| Oasis International Ltd | Chicago, IL | General operation | $9,025 |
| Partners Worldwide | Grand Rapids, MI | General operation | $8,025 |
| Renew | Holland, MI | General operation | $8,025 |
| Baltic Pastoral Institute | Muenster, TX | General operation | $6,525 |
| Luke Society | Sioux Falls, SD | General Operation | $6,025 |
| World Renew | Byron Center, MI | General operation | $6,025 |
| Velo Kids | Holland, MI | General Operation | $5,500 |
| Bethany Christian Services | Holland, MI | General operation | $5,025 |
| Untold | Atlanta, GA | General Operation | $5,025 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Holland, MI | General operation | $5,000 |
| Benjamins Hope | Holland, MI | General Operation | $5,000 |
| Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity | Holland, MI | General operation | $4,025 |
| Jubilee Ministries | Holland, MI | General operation | $4,025 |
| Vox | Holland, MI | General Operation | $4,025 |
| Hope International | Lancaster, PA | General operation | $3,025 |
| Camp Geneva | Holland, MI | General operation | $2,025 |
| Outdoor Discovery Center | Holland, MI | General operation | $2,025 |
| Homecor | Holland, MI | General operation | $2,025 |
| Community Action House | Holland, MI | General operation | $2,025 |
| Maggie's Be Cafe | Hudsonville, MI | General operation | $2,025 |
| Global Leadership | Barrington, IL | General operation | $2,025 |
| Holland Rescue Mission | Holland, MI | General operation | $2,025 |
| World Bicycle Relief | Chicago, IL | General Operation | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of Holland Zeeland | Holland, MI | General operation | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $194,575 | 31 |
| 2024 | $179,624 | 26 |
| 2023 | $172,006 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640929349100024
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1539356
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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