Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation
Invitation OnlyNorton Shores, Michigan · EIN 38-3580356 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$245K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$4.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $10,000.
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
4% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Steven and kathryn bandstra scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI | College of human medicine | $50,000 |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Annis water resources institute | $25,000 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | Comstock Park, MI | General | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation for Muskegon County | Muskegon, MI | Greater muskegon fund | $10,000 |
| Muskegon Christian School | Muskegon, MI | Pearl bandstra scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Grand Rapids, MI | Corporate program support | $5,000 |
| The People Center | Spring Lake, MI | General | $3,500 |
| Bridge Michigan | Ypsilanti, MI | General | $3,000 |
| Love Inc of the Tri-Cities | Grand Haven, MI | General | $3,000 |
| Mosaic Counseling | Grand Haven, MI | General | $3,000 |
| Momentum Center - Grand Haven | Grand Haven, MI | General | $2,500 |
| Reach for Recovery | Holland, MI | General | $2,500 |
| Read Muskegon | Muskegon Heights, MI | General | $2,500 |
| Kids' Food Basket | Grand Rapids, MI | General | $2,500 |
| The Salvation Army- Grand Haven | Grand Haven, MI | General | $1,500 |
| The Salvation Army- Muskegon | Muskegon, MI | General | $1,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Chicago, IL | General | $1,500 |
| Mona Lake Improvement Association | Muskegon, MI | General | $1,000 |
| Women's Division of Chamber of Commerce - Muskegon | Muskegon, MI | Linda seymour initiative | $1,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | General | $800 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Steven and kathryn bandstra scholarship fund | $1,350,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $244,800 | 22 |
| 2024 | $212,200 | 20 |
| 2023 | $225,000 | 23 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602379349100850
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3580356
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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