Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sheldon, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $940,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $634,427 | 25 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $940,000 | 33 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 28 | $0 |
How to apply
Arlan J van Wyk 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 Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 15 | $789,100 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $225,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $52,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $40,000 |
| South Dakota | 3 | $15,800 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rise Ministries | Sponsorship of Christian music festivals in the Midwest | $250,000 |
| Family Leader Foundation | Ministry to strengthen families | $250,000 |
| Compelled | Medical ministry in India | $125,000 |
| Individual | Expand church camp | $110,000 |
| Daughters of Azaadi | Victims of human traffiking | $100,000 |
| Northwestern College | Christian college capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Individual | Church building, well digging, military couple sponsorship | $50,000 |
| Military Community of Youth Ministr | Ministry to the children of military members | $50,000 |
| Mission India | Outreach ministry to India | $30,000 |
| Cru | Cru leadership development | $30,000 |
| Family Crisis Center | Emergency shelter and services for victims and survivors of crime. | $25,000 |
| Friends of Crossroads Pavillian Fou | Enhance cpec | $25,000 |
| NCC Foundation | Scholarship and equipment | $20,000 |
| Individual | Assisting the disabled | $20,000 |
| Partners for Patriots | Support for veterans | $20,000 |
| Ethnos 360 | Aviation missions | $12,000 |
| Atlas of Orange City | Local charity | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Haff | Support family missionaries to haiti | $10,000 |
| Words of Hope | Global ministry | $10,000 |
| Village Northwest Unlimited | Assisting the disabled | $5,000 |
| Homes for Our Troops | Homes for soldiers injured in action | $5,000 |
| Life 965 | Christian radio station | $4,800 |
| Individual | Memorial | $2,000 |
| Beecin | HOSPICE CARE FOR terminally ill | $1,000 |
| The Banquet | Meals to homeless | $1,000 |
| Conquering Cancer 4 O'Brien County | Support for medical centers in the area to fight cancer | $1,000 |
| St Patricks School | Catholic grade school | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Arlan J Van Wyk
- Darla Arends
- Dave Van Wyk
- Dyan Lenderink
Questions people ask
Does Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arlan J Van Wyk (President), Darla Arends (Treasurer), Dave Van Wyk (Director) and Dyan Lenderink (Director).
What does Arlan J van Wyk Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.