Vandervoorn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vandervoorn Foundation is a private foundation in East Peoria, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $3,800 and the largest $5,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$3,800
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $50,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Vandervoorn 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 Vandervoorn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,800 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida College | Teach using a faith based foundation for success | $5,000 |
| Restore the Soul Missionary Retreat | To aid missionaries to process trauma and burnout | $3,800 |
| Missionaries Bob and Shona Bar | To provide housing and food while in the field | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- John M van Der Voorn 1 Individ
Questions people ask
Does Vandervoorn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vandervoorn Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $3,800.
Who runs Vandervoorn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John M van Der Voorn 1 Individ (Trustee).
What does Vandervoorn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.