The Junior League of Grand Rapids Michigan Inc

Grand Rapids Community Foundation

Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids Community Foundation funds nonprofits and eligible public or fiduciary-sponsored organizations working in education, health, neighborhoods, arts and culture, economic prosperity, and the environment, with an emphasis on equity and reducing barriers. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,065 to $2.36 million, with a median of $23,000, and primarily serve Kent County and West Michigan; eligible applicants can submit an online pre-application for projects fitting its priorities.

The Meijer Foundation

Grand Rapids, MI

The Meijer Foundation supports hunger relief, health and wellness, disaster relief, environmental stewardship, and youth development, with a stated focus on communities across Meijer’s six-state footprint. Recent giving ranged from $1.6 million across 28 grants in 2024 to $12 million across 92 grants in 2023; a typical grant size is not established. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected charitable organizations.

The David and Carol Van Andel Family

Grand Rapids, MI

The David and Carol Van Andel Family supports Christian institutions and education, health and well-being, arts and culture, and community development, with 2024 grants going to Michigan organizations. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $2 million, with a median of $50,500. To apply, contact Jason Gust and submit a letter of reference; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Peter C & Emajean Cook Foundation

Grand Rapids, MI

The foundation funds faith and religion, education, arts, healthcare, essential needs, and civic and community programs, with preference for Christian organizations and capital or project-based requests. In 2024, grants ranged from $250 to $233,334, with a median of $7,500; it focuses on West Michigan, especially Grand Rapids, and 96% of 2024 grant dollars went to Michigan. It accepts unsolicited requests, though grants to organizations without a prior funding history are rare.

Answer Health Foundation

Grand Rapids, MI

The foundation supports health care and related philanthropic work, with recent grants also benefiting organizations addressing food insecurity, older adults and people with disabilities, and homelessness. Its 2025 grants went to Michigan recipients, typically around $2,000 each ($500–$4,000). The filing says any form is accepted but does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Wesorick Family Foundation

Spring Lake, MI

James and Shirley Balk Foundation

Grand Rapids, MI

The foundation supports health, education, and children’s services, with most of its giving going to Michigan organizations. In 2024 it made 15 grants totaling $146,700, ranging from $500 to $60,000, with a median grant of $3,000. It accepts requests by letter to Shirley Balk and has no stated deadline or award restrictions.

Perrigo Company Charitable Foundation

Allegan, MI

The Perrigo Company Charitable Foundation funds nonprofit health, well-being, education, workforce preparation, and basic-needs programs in communities where Perrigo operates, with most recent giving concentrated in Michigan. Its 2025 grants ranged from $156 to $165,000, with a median of $5,000; it accepts unsolicited requests through an online application, with no application deadlines stated.

The Mall Family Foundation

Rockford, MI

The Mall Family Foundation supports organizations working in education, ministry, food assistance, homelessness services, disability employment and recreation, and community support, with most 2025 grants going to Michigan. Its grants ranged from $5,000 to $25,000, with a median of $10,000. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Howard Miller Foundation

Zeeland, MI

The Howard Miller Foundation supports organizations across varied fields, primarily in Michigan, where 95% of its 2025 grant dollars went. Its 57 grants ranged from $5,000 to $280,000, with a median of $13,000. The filing says giving is not restricted to preselected organizations, but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited grant requests; scholarship details are available upon request.

Gillett Family Foundation

Ada, MI

The Gillett Family Foundation funds charitable organizations across areas including environmental education, health, arts and museums, children and families, and education. In 2024, grants ranged from $1,000 to $40,000, with a median of $5,000; most funding went to Michigan, with smaller amounts in New York and Illinois. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Christian Community Foundation Inc

Colorado Springs, CO

WaterStone supports domestic and international nonprofits, including Christian ministries and charitable and educational organizations, through donor-directed grants; eligible organizations must be IRS-recognized 501(c)(3)s whose mission aligns with its Statement of Faith. Its 2025 grants had a median of $20,000, with awards ranging from $5,028 to $11 million, and were concentrated in Texas and Colorado. Grant recommendations come from donor-advised fund holders; the profile does not state that it accepts unsolicited requests.