The VILLAGE99
To empower champions by developing a sustainable and innovative network of community partnerships that identifies needs, focuses on simplifying access to resources, and facilitates intentional connections for families in West Michigan.
The VILLAGE99 at a glance
In short: The VILLAGE99 gave $13K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $7K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $13,020
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- Average grant
- $6,510
- Median grant
- $6,510
- Total assets
- $18,723
- +348.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Michigan (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The VILLAGE99 funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Blue Lion Fitness ($8K). Together the top 2 received $13K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $13K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Lion Fitness Ann Arbor, MI | — | $8,000 |
| Swish Athletic Club Ada, MI | — | $5,020 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $18,723 | $501,478 | $506,311 | $13,020 | 2 |
| 2023 | $4,176 | $286,806 | $282,630 | — | — |
About The VILLAGE99
Based on IRS filings
The VILLAGE99 is a public charity, based in Grand Rapids, MI. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $19K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $13K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The VILLAGE99 is led by Jeremy Burgin, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeremy Burgin
President
On filings since 2023
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kei Madison
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Jacklyn Stetson
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Angel Duff
Secretary
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Marcus Burgin
Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The VILLAGE99
How much does The VILLAGE99 give each year?
The VILLAGE99 gave $13K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is The VILLAGE99?
The VILLAGE99 reported $19K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $501K.
Where does The VILLAGE99 operate?
The VILLAGE99 has awarded grants in Michigan.
What is The VILLAGE99's EIN?
The VILLAGE99's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-1586354. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 2, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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