Van Baren Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Van Baren Foundation is a private foundation in Beecher, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,031 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $60 and the largest $7,311. 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$9,031
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$60
- Largest grant$7,311
- Assets$110,724
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,614 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,819 | 7 | $69,417 |
| 2024 | $4,614 | 9 | $69,475 |
| 2025 | $9,031 | 6 | $110,724 |
How to apply
Van Baren 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 Van Baren Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $7,419 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,587 |
| Florida | 1 | $20 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Faith United Reformed Church | Unresticted - religious | $7,311 |
| Bethel Orthodox Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted - religious | $1,587 |
| Elim Christian Services | Unrestricted - education | $100 |
| Christ the King Orthodox Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted - religious | $20 |
| Crete Protestant Reformed Church | Unrestricted -religious | $8 |
| Community United Reformed Church | Religious - unrestricted | $5 |
Officers and trustees
- Todd M van Baren
Questions people ask
Does Van Baren Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Van Baren Foundation give?
$9,031 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $60.
Who runs Van Baren Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Todd M van Baren (Trustee).
What does Van Baren Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.