Tony Betten Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-3555251 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$265K
Organizations funded30
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$360K
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
10% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partners Worldwide | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| Covenant Life Church | Grand Haven, MI | Charitable contribution | $35,000 |
| Madison Square Crc | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $35,000 |
| Kibbuse House | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Muskegon Rescue Mission | Muskegon, MI | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| City of Hope Gr | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $14,500 |
| Marco Presbyterian | Marco Island, FL | Charitable contribution | $12,500 |
| Arise Rwanda Ministries | Portland, OR | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Emmanuel Free Church | Holland, MI | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Coram Deo Association | Holland, MI | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Cru | Orlando, FL | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Guiding Light | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| New Community Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Potters House | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $7,000 |
| Reconciliation of Life | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $7,000 |
| Coopersville Crc | Coopersville, MI | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| New City Kids | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Resurrection Fellowship Church | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Teen Bible Challenge | Rockford, MI | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Kids Food Basket | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Baxter Community Center | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Cascade Community Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Susan Mast Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Young Life | Grandville, MI | Charitable contribution | $1,200 |
| There for Go Ministries | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Kuyper College | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Matters of Life and Breath | Grandville, MI | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Mamrelund Luthern Church | Kent City, MI | Charitable contribution | $400 |
| Newco Gives Back Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable contribution | $400 |
| Gr Sparta Moose Lodge | Sparta, MI | Charitable contribution | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $264,600 | 30 |
| 2024 | $266,706 | 28 |
| 2023 | $274,170 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640729349100419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3555251
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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