Harry Vermeer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harry Vermeer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pella, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $314,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $56,000. 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$314,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$56,000
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $279,000 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 | $274,000 | 23 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $279,000 | 22 | $9.6 million |
| 2025 | $314,000 | 23 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
Harry Vermeer 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 Harry Vermeer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 11 | $120,000 |
| Michigan | 5 | $114,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calvin Theological Seminary | Educational | $56,000 |
| Luke Society | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Pella Christian Schools | Educational | $42,000 |
| Calvin University | Educational | $30,000 |
| Pella Regional Health Center | Charitable | $22,000 |
| World Renew | Charitable | $13,000 |
| Dordt University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Hope Ministries | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Raise Up Global Ministries Nka Resonate Learning Programs | Educational | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Pella Food Shelf | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Bellevue Christian School | Educational | $5,000 |
| Cary Christian Center | Religious | $5,000 |
| Central College | Educational | $5,000 |
| Degage Ministries | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Gilbert Christian School | Educational | $5,000 |
| Pella Historical Society | Educational | $5,000 |
| Rehoboth Christian School | Educational | $5,000 |
| The Well | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Young Life | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Schok & Awe Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Families First of Pella | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Pella Dollars for Scholars | Educational | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Luann de Haan
- Melinda Papadeas
- Michael Vermeer
Questions people ask
Does Harry Vermeer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry Vermeer Family Foundation give?
$314,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Harry Vermeer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Luann de Haan (Chairperson, Treasurer, Tr), Melinda Papadeas (Vice Chairperson & Trustee) and Michael Vermeer (Secretary & Trustee).
What does Harry Vermeer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.