Vanderark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vanderark Foundation is a private foundation in Centennial, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,075 in 84 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $31,300. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$75,075
- Number of grants84
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$31,300
- Assets$131,273
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was up from $31,950 the year before.
51% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,950 | 53 | $88,388 |
| 2024 | $75,075 | 84 | $131,273 |
How to apply
Vanderark 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 Vanderark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Colorado. It also paid $300 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 29 | $43,025 |
| Florida | 11 | $12,400 |
| Michigan | 14 | $8,500 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 4 | $2,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,600 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $950 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $700 |
| New York | 3 | $400 |
| Alabama | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Denver Christian Schools | General | $31,300 |
| Hope Fellowship | General | $9,100 |
| Perkins Foundation | General | $3,500 |
| Kuyper College | General | $1,900 |
| World Renew | General | $1,900 |
| Denver Art Museum | General | $1,800 |
| Luke Society | General | $1,600 |
| Denver Seminary | General | $1,500 |
| Knox Presbyterian Church | General | $1,500 |
| St Marks School and Church | General | $1,500 |
| Calvin College | General | $1,200 |
| University of Colorado | General | $1,200 |
| Christian Med Mission to Cambodia | General | $1,000 |
| Doctor's Care | General | $1,000 |
| University of Michigan | General | $1,000 |
| Resonate Global Mission | General | $700 |
| Christian Living Communities | General | $625 |
| Open Door Ministries | General | $600 |
| Salvation Army | General | $600 |
| Childrens Hospital Co Fnd | General | $500 |
| Doing His Time | General | $500 |
| La Grave Ave CRC | General | $500 |
| Our Daily Bread Foundation | General | $500 |
| American Cornerstone | General | $300 |
| Calvin Seminary | General | $300 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | General | $300 |
| Howard Slink Music Calvin Scholarship Fund - Calvin University | General | $300 |
| Paav International | General | $300 |
| Prison Fellowship | General | $300 |
| Project Rescue | General | $300 |
| Special Olympics Colorado | General | $300 |
| World Vision | General | $300 |
| American Heart Association Guidelines | General | $200 |
| American Red Cross | General | $200 |
| Bethany Christian School | General | $200 |
| Better Together | General | $200 |
| Christianity Today | General | $200 |
| Colorado Medical Society | General | $200 |
| Colorado Symphony | General | $200 |
| Denver City Health | General | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Vanderark
- Phyliss Vanderark
- Julian Kalkman
- Thomas Vanderark
Questions people ask
Does Vanderark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vanderark Foundation give?
$75,075 in tax year 2024, across 84 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Vanderark Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary Vanderark (President & Director), Phyliss Vanderark (VP & Director), Julian Kalkman (VP & Director) and Thomas Vanderark (VP & Director).
What does Vanderark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.