Poortinga Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Poortinga Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pella, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $271,600 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $201,000. 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$271,600
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$201,000
- Assets$893,844
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,000 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $35,000 | 8 | $830,458 |
| 2024 | $271,600 | 7 | $893,844 |
How to apply
Poortinga 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 Poortinga Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 6 | $271,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central College | Tennis courts | $201,000 |
| 725 Ministries | Religious | $30,000 |
| Third Church | Religious | $25,000 |
| Riverside Community Church | Religious | $13,000 |
| Pella Opera House | Performing arts | $2,000 |
| Life 1071 | Religious | $500 |
| Check for A Lump | Education & support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Poortinga
- Gayle Poortinga
- Marc Poortinga
- Michelle Olson
Questions people ask
Does Poortinga Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Poortinga Family Foundation give?
$271,600 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Poortinga Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley Poortinga (President), Gayle Poortinga (Secretary/Tr), Marc Poortinga (Vice Preside) and Michelle Olson (Vice Preside).
What does Poortinga Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.