The Doornink Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-3386701 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1M
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$25.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
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
18% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pointe Christian Schools | Grand Rapids, MI | Forward in faith | $500,000 |
| The Potter's House | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| Global Hope Network International | Orlando, FL | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| Unknown Nations | Comstock Park, MI | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant | $50,000 |
| John Ball Zoo | Grand Rapids, MI | New heights capital campaign | $50,000 |
| West Michigan Community Tennis | Grand Rapids, MI | Facilities | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Kent County | Grand Rapids, MI | Imagine campaign | $50,000 |
| Childrens Advocacy Center | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant | $30,000 |
| New City Kids | Jersey City, NJ | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Mackinac Center for Public Policy | Midland, MI | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Matthew 25 40 Heartside Inc in the Image | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant | $15,000 |
| Safe Haven Ministries | Grand Rapids, MI | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| Gilda's Club Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | Clubhouse | $10,000 |
| Emma Willard School | Troy, NY | Annual grant | $1,814 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,016,814 | 16 |
| 2024 | $908,314 | 15 |
| 2023 | $1,023,314 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611319349104611
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3386701
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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