Vandevoort Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vandevoort Family Foundation is a private foundation in Paradise Valley, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $237,620 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $70,300. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$237,620
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$70,300
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $215,368 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $221,770 | 24 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $215,368 | 19 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $237,620 | 20 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Vandevoort Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Vandevoort Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 6 | $125,820 |
| Nevada | 1 | $70,300 |
| Iowa | 7 | $33,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Presbyterian Church | General fund | $70,300 |
| Valley Presbyterian Church | General fund | $63,830 |
| Valley Presbyterian Church | General fund | $40,990 |
| Pella Historical Society | General fund | $20,000 |
| Paradise Valley Christian School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General fund | $10,000 |
| Friends of Pella Community Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ronald Reagan Presidential Library | General fund | $5,000 |
| Wesley Life Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Pella Community Foundation | General fund | $2,500 |
| Pella Athletic Booster Club | General fund | $1,500 |
| Central Club | General fund | $1,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General fund | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Families First of Pella | General fund | $500 |
| Judicial Watch | General fund | $500 |
| Mentor Kids USA | General fund | $500 |
| Salvation Army | General fund | $500 |
| Shriner's Hospital for Children | General fund | $500 |
| St Jude's Children's Hospital | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel Vandevoort
- Martha Vandevoort
Questions people ask
Does Vandevoort Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vandevoort Family Foundation give?
$237,620 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Vandevoort Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joel Vandevoort (President) and Martha Vandevoort (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Vandevoort Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and community development.