Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation
Accepts applications
Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.5 million in 93 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$10.5 million
- Number of grants93
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$66.7 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $17.1 million the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 | $17.1 million | 107 | $75.3 million |
| 2024 | $10.5 million | 93 | $66.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Douglas Maria Devos 200 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (616) 643-4700 |
| What to submit | Letter of request |
What Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 80 | $6.3 million |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1.3 million |
| Indiana | 3 | $1.2 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $150,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $25,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Constitution Center | General operating | $1.3 million |
| Purdue Research Foundation Inc | Project/program - cornerstone for business | $1.0 million |
| The Seminar Network Inc | Project/program - the michigan fund | $1.0 million |
| Ada Township | Capital campaign | $500,000 |
| Gerald R Ford Presidential Foundation | Capital campaign | $500,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids | Capital campaign | $500,000 |
| Grand Action Foundation 20 | Capital campaign | $325,000 |
| Heart of West Michigan United Way | General operating | $325,000 |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Public Museum of Grand Rapids | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Project/program - women's soccer program | $250,000 |
| Arts Marketplace at Studio Park | Project/program - believe in our city | $244,080 |
| National Christian Foundation West Michigan | Project/program - innovation investment initiative | $213,800 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | General operating | $150,000 |
| Luis Palau Association | General operating | $150,000 |
| Strategic Workforce Solutions | General operating | $150,000 |
| Urban League of West Michigan | Project/program - opportunity empowered | $142,000 |
| Project Green | General operating | $130,000 |
| Grand Rapids Public Schools Foundation | Project/program - gr8 sports, great kids | $125,000 |
| Mackinac Center | General operating | $125,000 |
| Purdue Research Foundation Inc | Capital campaign | $125,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | Project/program - baby scholars | $120,000 |
| Bethany Christian Services Inc | General operating | $117,000 |
| Brees Dream Foundation | General operating | $100,000 |
| Calvin University | Project/program - january series | $100,000 |
| Construction Allies in Action | General operating | $100,000 |
| Kconnect | General operating | $100,000 |
| Keystone Community Church | General operating | $100,000 |
| Lawrence Technological University | Project/program - centrepolis | $100,000 |
| Rehoboth Christian School Association | General operating | $100,000 |
| Living Stones Academy | General operating | $87,250 |
| Calvin University | Project/program - wayfinder initiative | $85,000 |
| Children's Healing Center | Capital campaign | $85,000 |
| West Michigan Youth Ballet | General operating | $85,000 |
| First Steps Kent | General operating | $75,000 |
| West Michigan Sports Commission | Capital campaign | $75,000 |
| Safe Haven Ministries Inc | General operating | $70,000 |
| Kconnect | Project/program - thrive + prosper | $62,500 |
| Calvin University | Project/program - student teacher internship program | $60,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids | General operating | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas L Devos
- Maria P Devos
- Robert H Schierbeek
- Jeffrey S Bowerman
- Susan E Valcq
- Jason Zylstra
- Pamela Parriott
Questions people ask
Does Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation give?
$10.5 million in tax year 2024, across 93 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas L Devos (President/Director), Maria P Devos (Vice President/Director), Robert H Schierbeek (Vp/Coo/Director) and Jeffrey S Bowerman (VP of Tax) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and faith communities.