The David and Carol Van Andel Family
The David and Carol Van Andel Family is a private foundation based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It reported 49 grants totaling $8,404,702 in 2024, all to recipients in Michigan, supporting organizations with purposes that included Christian institutions and education, health and well-being, arts and culture, and community development.
The David and Carol Van Andel Family at a glance
In short: The David and Carol Van Andel Family gave $8.4M across 49 grants in 2024 (avg $172K), mostly in Michigan. 10% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $8,404,702
- +41.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 49
- -44.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $171,525
- +157.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,500
- Total assets
- $111,617,386
- +1.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (5 of 49, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Michigan (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The David and Carol Van Andel Family
- How to Apply
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Contact Jason Gust and submit a letter of reference. The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. The filing states there are no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Jason Gust
Mailing address: 3133 Orchard Vista Drive Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Phone: (616) 574-2741
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The David and Carol Van Andel Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Pine Rest Christian Hospital ($2.0M). Together the top 10 received $6.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
344 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 225 grants of 344 (65%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Michigan. Listed recipients include organizations in Grand Rapids and Holland.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 49 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The David and Carol Van Andel Family open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 49 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $407K; repeat grants $145K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $55K repeat.
- 84% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 73% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 162% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $4.0M (2022) to $8.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 49 grants totaling $8.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Rest Christian Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Christian Institutions | $2,000,000 |
| Grand Action Foundation Grand Rapids, MI | Health & Well-Being | $1,000,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries Grand Rapids, MI | Christian Institutions | $1,000,000 |
| John Ball Zoological Society Grand Rapids, MI | Arts & Culture | $755,000 |
| Western Theological Seminary Holland, MI | Christian Education | $627,839 |
| Opera Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, MI | Arts & Culture | $408,000 |
| Grand Rapids Nehemiah Project Grand Rapids, MI | Community Development | $350,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation Grand Rapids, MI | Health & Well-Being | $333,333 |
| Bethany Christian Services Grand Rapids, MI | Christian Institutions | $300,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore Grand Rapids, MI | Health & Well-Being | $140,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $111,617,386 | $9,157,378 | $9,580,635 | $8,404,702 | 49 | $8,712,633 | $9,043,708 | $5,394,785 |
| 2023 | $109,872,066 | $3,938,896 | $6,984,536 | $5,930,238 | 89 | $6,461,193 | $2,862,321 | $5,193,988 |
| 2022 | $104,586,135 | $4,423,247 | $5,097,968 | $4,035,755 | 54 | $4,591,396 | $3,916,675 | $5,191,338 |
| 2021 | $114,387,885 | $9,006,988 | $5,877,745 | $4,871,755 | 74 | $5,337,643 | $8,469,060 | $5,444,068 |
| 2020 | $107,851,670 | $8,218,571 | $7,458,653 | $6,690,985 | 78 | — | $7,782,607 | $4,911,893 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The David and Carol Van Andel Family reported a distributable amount of $5.4M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for Christian institutions and education, health and well-being, arts and culture, and community development.
Grantee missions illustrate the work of some supported organizations. Mel Trotter Ministries says it demonstrates the compassion of Jesus Christ through rescue and restoration for people experiencing hunger and homelessness. Opera Grand Rapids says it produces professional opera and shares the art with a broad and diverse audience. Grand Rapids Nehemiah Project says it seeks to rebuild and restore the city so all people will flourish. Bethany Christian Services says it protects children, empowers youth, and strengthens families through social services. Grand Rapids Christian Schools says it prepares students to be effective servants of Christ in contemporary society.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 49 grants totaling $8,404,702. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $2,000,000, with a median grant of $50,500.
The largest reported grants included $2,000,000 to Pine Rest Christian Hospital for Christian institutions; $1,000,000 each to Grand Action Foundation for health and well-being and Mel Trotter Ministries for Christian institutions; and $755,000 to John Ball Zoological Society for arts and culture. Other grants included $627,839 to Western Theological Seminary for Christian education, $408,000 to Opera Grand Rapids for arts and culture, and $350,000 to Grand Rapids Nehemiah Project for community development.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David Van Andel as president, Carol Van Andel as executive director, Nicole Dandridge as treasurer/secretary, and Aaron Van Andel, Christian Van Andel, and Kyle Van Andel as associate directors.
The David and Carol Van Andel Family is led by Carol Van Andel, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 4 of 6 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Carol Van Andel
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
32 hrs/week
$150K (2020) → $214K (2024)
David Van Andel
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Aaron Van Andel
Associate Director
Executive Director → Associate Director, 2023
On filings since 2020
32 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $44K (2024)
Christian Van Andel
Associate Director
On filings since 2020
21 hrs/week
$4K (2020) → $20K (2024)
Kyle Van Andel
Associate Director
On filings since 2020
21 hrs/week
$4K (2020) → $23K (2024)
Nicole Dandridge
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Jesse Van Andel (2020–2021) — Associate Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $214K, to Carol Van Andel (Executive Director). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The David and Carol Van Andel Family
How much does The David and Carol Van Andel Family give each year?
The David and Carol Van Andel Family gave $8.4M across 49 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $5.9M across 89 grants.
What is The David and Carol Van Andel Family's typical grant size?
The David and Carol Van Andel Family's median grant in 2024 was $50,500, and its average grant was $171,525, across 49 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The David and Carol Van Andel Family that year got $407K on average.
Where does The David and Carol Van Andel Family give grants?
The David and Carol Van Andel Family gives mostly in Michigan: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Grand Rapids, MI (45 grants) and Holland, MI (2 grants).
Does The David and Carol Van Andel Family give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 49 grants with a stated purpose on The David and Carol Van Andel Family's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Development" (16 grants), "Health & Well-Being" (15 grants) and "Christian Institutions" (7 grants).
Who are The David and Carol Van Andel Family's largest grantees?
The David and Carol Van Andel Family's largest 2024 grantees include Pine Rest Christian Hospital ($2,000,000), Grand Action Foundation ($1,000,000) and Mel Trotter Ministries ($1,000,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The David and Carol Van Andel Family?
The David and Carol Van Andel Family reported $111.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $8.7M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $5.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The David and Carol Van Andel Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for Christian institutions and education, health and well-being, arts and culture, and community development. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The David and Carol Van Andel Family?
Contact Jason Gust and submit a letter of reference. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The David and Carol Van Andel Family's EIN?
The David and Carol Van Andel Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-2110420. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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