Answer Health Foundation
Accepts applications
Answer Health Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$28,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$289,925
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $20,000 | 10 | $126,770 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 10 | $193,609 |
| 2025 | $28,500 | 11 | $289,925 |
How to apply
| Contact | Vicki Woodard 333 Bridge Street SW Suite 815, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (616) 552-1500, vicki.woodard@answerhealth.com |
| What to submit | Any form accepted |
What Answer Health Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $28,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Exalta Health | Health care/philanthropic support | $4,000 |
| Kids Food Basket | Health care/philanthropic support | $4,000 |
| Oasis of Hope Center | Health care/philanthropic support | $4,000 |
| Our Kitchen Table | Health care/philanthropic support | $4,000 |
| Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan Inc | Health care/philanthropic support | $2,000 |
| Brodys Be Cafe LLC | Health care/philanthropic support | $2,000 |
| Guiding Light | Health care/philanthropic support | $2,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Health care/philanthropic support | $2,000 |
| Wedgewood Christian Services | Health care/philanthropic support | $2,000 |
| Women at Risk International Inc | Health care/philanthropic support | $2,000 |
| Bethany Christian Services | Health care/philantrhopic support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Bereza MD
- John Lagrand MD
- Michael App MD
- Khan Nedd MD
Questions people ask
Does Answer Health Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Answer Health Foundation give?
$28,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Answer Health Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Bereza MD (Treasurer), John Lagrand MD (President), Michael App MD (Secretary) and Khan Nedd MD (Director).
What does Answer Health Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.