The William R and Susan K Lewis Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 20-4821581 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$135K
Organizations funded31
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$457K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $4,500.
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
38% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Relief | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $50,000 |
| Les Cheneaux Culinary School | Hessel, MI | General fund | $13,500 |
| Community Food | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $10,000 |
| Gildas Laugh Fest | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $10,000 |
| Guilda' Club | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $8,500 |
| Mary Free Bed Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Lansing, MI | General fund | $5,000 |
| Reconcilation of Life | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $4,500 |
| Salvation Army | Alexandria, VA | General fund | $3,000 |
| Inner City Christian Federation | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $2,250 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | Long Island City, NY | General support | $2,000 |
| Degage Ministries | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,000 |
| Grand Rapids Community Media Center | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $2,000 |
| Second Chances for Blind Dogs | Sherman Oaks, CA | General fund | $2,000 |
| Fountain Street Church | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $2,000 |
| Guiding Light | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $2,000 |
| Michigan Public Radio | Ann Arbor, MI | General fund | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $1,000 |
| First Hand Aid | Grand Rapids, MI | General support | $1,000 |
| Guardian Angel Service Dogs | Williston, FL | General support | $1,000 |
| Home Repair Services | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $1,000 |
| International Fund for Animal Welfa | Yarmouth Port, MA | General fund | $1,000 |
| Unhrc | Washington, DC | General fund | $1,000 |
| Aspca | Washington, DC | General support | $500 |
| Tuskegee Airman Nhm | Detroit, MI | General fund | $500 |
| Uncf | Washington, DC | General fund | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Grand Rapids, MI | General fund | $500 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | Washington, DC | General fund | $500 |
| Charity Navigator | Saddle Brook, NJ | General support | $400 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Reston, VA | General support | $300 |
| Boys Town | Boys Town, NE | General support | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135,050 | 31 |
| 2024 | $77,668 | 49 |
| 2023 | $42,425 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642449349100304
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-4821581
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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