Beusse & Porter Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Beusse & Porter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $199,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $21,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$199,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $197,000 the year before.
13% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $167,500 | 22 | $3.1 million |
| 2023 | $197,000 | 23 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $199,000 | 24 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Beusse Porter Family Foundation 1125 Santa Cruz Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (616) 745-6680 |
| What to submit | 1. Letter requesting assistance including reason for need. 2. Copy of transcripts if applicable 3. Letter from school counselor or financial aid officer |
What Beusse & Porter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 17 | $179,000 |
| Oregon | 6 | $18,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Art Museum | Art enrichment | $21,000 |
| Grand Rapids Ballet | Ballet | $21,000 |
| Grand Rapids Civic Theater | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Grand Rapids Symphony | Symphony | $21,000 |
| Kalamazoo College | College | $21,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Michigan | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | Charitablecharitable | $13,000 |
| Beacon Hill Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Art Therapy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| International School of Portland | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Land Conservancy of West Michigan | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Michigan Public Radionpr | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Social Venture Partners of Portland | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mazamas | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Billy Bear Hug Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Da Blodgett St John's Home | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Grand Rapids Griffins Youth Foundation | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Paws With A Cause | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Beer City Dog Biscuits | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Fruit & Flower Child Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Hearts of Gold | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Camp Henry | Charitablecharitable | $1,500 |
| Ukandu | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Innovation Law Lab | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Beusse
- Blake Beusse
- Heather Beusse
Questions people ask
Does Beusse & Porter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Beusse & Porter Family Foundation give?
$199,000 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Beusse & Porter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Margaret Beusse (President), Blake Beusse (Treasurer) and Heather Beusse (Vice President).
What does Beusse & Porter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.