The Meijer Foundation
The Meijer Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Established in 1990, the foundation began as a vehicle to facilitate the development of the Frederik Meijer Gardens project and has evolved to support the broader charitable efforts of Frederik and Lena Meijer and the Meijer family.
Key facts about The Meijer Foundation
- EIN
- 36-5091795
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,406,667
- Grants made (2024)
- 67
- Average grant
- $110,547
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Primary geography
- Michigan (88% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- No specific application information is publicly available.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Meijer Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for The Meijer Foundation's 67 itemized 2024 grants were Michigan (88%). The most frequent recipient cities were Grand Rapids, MI (38 grants), Lansing, MI (3 grants), Big Rapids, MI (2 grants) and Chicago, IL (2 grants). 25% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Project/program Support" (28 grants) and "Capital Campaign" (20 grants).
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$7.4M
Grant Count
67
Avg Grant Size
$111K
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary goals include:
- Support for horticultural societies
- Funding for community foundations
- Support for art museums in the Grand Rapids area
- Education
- Philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking
- Human services
- Mental health and suicide prevention
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $3,500 to $800,000.
How to Apply
** No specific application information is publicly available. Prospective applicants are directed to check the foundation's 990-PF filings for application guidelines or contact the foundation directly.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Michigan, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, with particular emphasis on the Grand Rapids area.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 67 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $194,957,436
- Annual Giving: $7,406,667
- IRS Ruling Year: 2024
- Tax Status: 501(c)(3) private foundation
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | — |
| Revenue | — | — |
| Expenses | — | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
67 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services ($800,000), Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation ($666,667), Michigan Physical Fitness Health and Sports Foundation ($500,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PINE REST CHRISTIAN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES GRAND RAPIDS, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $800,000 |
| MARY FREE BED REHABILITATION HOSPITAL FOUNDATION GRAND RAPIDS, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $666,667 |
| MICHIGAN PHYSICAL FITNESS HEALTH AND SPORTS FOUNDATION LANSING, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $500,000 |
| GRAND ACTION FOUNDATION GRAND RAPIDS, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $333,334 |
| GERALD R FORD FOUNDATION GRAND RAPIDS, MI | PROJECT/PROGRAM SUPPORT | $333,333 |
| MEL TROTTER MINISTRIES GRAND RAPIDS, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $333,333 |
| THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION COLUMBUS, OH | SCHOLARSHIPS | $300,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GRAND RAPIDS YOUTH COMMONWEALTH GRAND RAPIDS, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $250,000 |
| MICHIGAN TRAIL FUND LANSING, MI | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $250,000 |
| NATURE CONSERVANCY - MICHIGAN CHAPTER LANSING, MI | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $250,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key personnel include:
- Hendrik G. Meijer – Trustee
- Douglas F. Meijer – Trustee
- Mark D. Meijer – Trustee
- David Hooker – President
- Beth Snyder – Executive Director
- Hilary Roelofs – Treasurer and Secretary
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| HENDRIK G MEIJER | DIRECTOR | 0.64 | — |
| DOUGLAS F MEIJER | DIRECTOR | 0.41 | — |
| MARK D MEIJER | DIRECTOR | 1.03 | — |
| DAVID HOOKER | PRESIDENT | 2.31 | $27,820 |
| BETH SYNDER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 36 | $170,795 |
| HILARY ROELOFS | TREASURER | 2.33 | $15,852 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported several notable initiatives:
Announced significant support for the Made in Michigan Writers Series at Wayne State University Press
The Meijer Foundation announces significant support for the Made ...Supported the Henry Ford Academy's Farm to School Initiative, creating access to healthy foods and supporting local farmers
Meijer Creates Access to Healthy Foods, Supports Local Farmers with DonationContributed to the launch of Good Schools for Grand Rapids
Meijer Grant Launches Good Schools for Grand RapidsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Meijer Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary goals include: • Support for horticultural societies • Funding for community foundations • Support for art museums in the Grand Rapids area • Education • Philanthropy, voluntarism, and grantmaking • Human services • Mental health and suicide prevention
How do I apply for a grant from The Meijer Foundation?
**Grant Sizes:** Typical awards range from $3,500 to $800,000. **Annual Giving:** The foundation distributed $7,406,667 in grants based on the most recent filing. **Geographic Focus for Grants:** Primary funding areas include Michigan, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. **Application Process:** No specific application information is publicly available. Prospective applicants are directed to check the foundation's 990-PF filings for application guidelines or contact the foundation directly.
Where does The Meijer Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Michigan, Illinois, and Pennsylvania, with particular emphasis on the Grand Rapids area.
What size grants does The Meijer Foundation award?
In 2024, The Meijer Foundation awarded 67 grants totaling $7.4M — an average of about $111K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is The Meijer Foundation's EIN?
The Meijer Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-5091795. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
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