The Zondervan Foundation
Historical FunderRockford, Michigan · EIN 38-2411884 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,423 and $21,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ANDREW RASER |
|---|---|
| Address | 26 COURSE BROOK ROAD, SHERBORN MA 01770 |
| Phone | 9198166082 |
| ZONDERVAN.FOUNDATION@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | A LETTER EXPLAINING THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE, DETAILED PROJECT INFO, COMPLETED GRANT REQUEST FORM. FORM IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST FROM ABOVE CONTACT IN PART XV LINE 2A. |
| Deadlines | REQUESTS ARE REVIEWED IN FEBRUARY AND OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | THE REQUEST MUST BE CONSISTANT WITH THE MISSION STATEMENT OF THE FOUNDATION |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calvin Theological Seminary Calvin Theological Seminary | Grand Rapids, MI | College seminary phd chair | $144,513 |
| David's House David's House | Wyoming, MI | Resident transport vehicle | $25,000 |
| Potter's House Potter's House | Grand Rapids, MI | String music program & robotics | $22,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Ingham and Ea Catholic Charities of Ingham and Eaton Counties | Lansing, MI | Warehouse equipment & shelving | $21,500 |
| Servants Center Servants Center | Grand Rapids, MI | Funds for tech improvements | $20,000 |
| Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | Playground equipment | $20,000 |
| Grace's Table Grace's Table | Grand Rapids, MI | Playground equipment & storage | $20,000 |
| Hand2hand Hand2hand | Jenison, MI | Barrier-Free access enhancements | $20,000 |
| Love in Action Love in Action | Grand Haven, MI | Equipment for new warehouse | $18,219 |
| Acts Honduras Acts Honduras | Norwich, VT | Classroom fixtures & equipment | $15,423 |
| Words of Hope Words of Hope | Grand Rapids, MI | Funds for iran care packages | $15,000 |
| Hatian Americans Friendship Fnd Hatian Americans Friendship Fnd | N Fort Meyers, FL | Support school meal program | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $351,655 | 12 |
| 2024 | $330,863 | 15 |
| 2023 | $296,278 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610699349100621
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-2411884
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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