Vande Brake Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vande Brake Family Foundation is a private foundation in Orange City, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 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$63,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$56,000
- Assets$885,640
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $37,500 | 6 | $223,878 |
| 2024 | $47,000 | 6 | $171,647 |
| 2025 | $63,000 | 6 | $885,640 |
How to apply
Vande Brake 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 Vande Brake Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 5 | $61,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orange City 1st Reformed Church | General fund | $56,000 |
| Atlas | General fund | $1,500 |
| Bethany Christian Services | General fund | $1,500 |
| Genesis House | General fund | $1,500 |
| Zestos Inc | General fund | $1,500 |
| Vibella Serves Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Vande Brake
- Steven Vande Brake
- Gail Dorn
Questions people ask
Does Vande Brake Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vande Brake Family Foundation give?
$63,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Vande Brake Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra Vande Brake (Director/Vice President), Steven Vande Brake (Director/Treasurer) and Gail Dorn (Director/President/Secretary).
What does Vande Brake Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.