W S and Lois Vandalson Foundation
Invitation OnlyKalamazoo, Michigan · EIN 38-3607246 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$707K
Organizations funded28
Typical grant$12,000
Total assets$17M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $35,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $150,000 |
| Kalamazoo Loaves & Fishes | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $63,000 |
| YWCA of Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $60,000 |
| Bronson Health Foundation | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $55,000 |
| YWCA of Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo, MI | Cradle program | $50,000 |
| Ministry With Community | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $40,000 |
| Family & Children Services Inc | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $40,000 |
| Kc Ready 4S | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $35,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $30,000 |
| Kalamazoo Institute of Arts | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $25,000 |
| Disability Network Southwest Michigan | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $20,000 |
| Comstock Community Center | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $20,000 |
| Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center | Augusta, MI | General | $20,000 |
| Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency | Portage, MI | General | $20,000 |
| Douglass Community Association | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $12,000 |
| Kalamazoo Literacy Council | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $10,000 |
| Hispanic American Council | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $10,000 |
| Michigan Immigrant Rights Center | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $8,000 |
| Prevention Works Inc | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Sherman Lake YMCA Outdoor Center | Augusta, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Pretty Lake Vacation Camp | Mattawan, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Kairos Dwelling | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $5,000 |
| Wgvu Public Media | Grand Rapids, MI | General | $3,000 |
| Arts Council of Kalamazoo | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $3,000 |
| Wmu Foundation | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $3,000 |
| Aacorn Farms Inc | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $2,500 |
| Community Outreach Prevention & Education | Kalamazoo, MI | General | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $707,000 | 28 |
| 2024 | $701,000 | 32 |
| 2023 | $645,000 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631209349101313
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3607246
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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