Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation is a private foundation in Holland, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $190,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$190,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $160,000 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $160,500 | 13 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 14 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $190,000 | 14 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Christopher and Misty Spoelhof 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 Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $93,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $65,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $12,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General operation | $40,000 |
| Immanuel Church | General operation | $38,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General operation | $25,000 |
| Calvary Schools of Holland | General operation | $20,000 |
| Team | General operation | $12,000 |
| Winning at Home | General operation | $10,000 |
| Covenant Community Church | General operation | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General operation | $5,000 |
| Holland Rescue Mission | General operation | $5,000 |
| Holland Christian Schools | General operation | $5,000 |
| Colson Center | General operation | $5,000 |
| Mercury One | General operation | $5,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | General operation | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Spoelhof
- Misty Spoelhof
- Derrick Spoelhof
- Danielle Spoelhof
- Gabriella Spoelhof
- Grant Spoelhof
Questions people ask
Does Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation give?
$190,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Spoelhof (President, Treasurer, Director), Misty Spoelhof (Vice President, Sec., Director), Derrick Spoelhof (Director) and Danielle Spoelhof (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Christopher and Misty Spoelhof Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.