Boersma Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Boersma Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Holland, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,600 and the largest $25,000. 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$49,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,600
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$970,583
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,000 | 7 | $823,021 |
| 2024 | $41,000 | 3 | $918,349 |
| 2025 | $49,000 | 5 | $970,583 |
How to apply
Boersma Charitable 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 Boersma Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $40,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,600 |
| California | 1 | $1,700 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope College Hope College | General support | $25,000 |
| Geneva Camp and Retreat Center Geneva Camp and Retreat Center | General support | $15,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center Southern Poverty Law Center | General purpose | $5,600 |
| Global Christian Relief Global Christian Relief | General purpose | $1,700 |
| Doctors Without Boarders Doctors Without Boarders | General purpose | $1,700 |
Officers and trustees
- William Boersma
- Elizabeth A Jasperse
- Paul Boersma
Questions people ask
Does Boersma Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Boersma Charitable Foundation give?
$49,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,600.
Who runs Boersma Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Boersma (President), Elizabeth A Jasperse (Vice Preside) and Paul Boersma (Vice Preside).
What does Boersma Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.