Dr Joe Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dr Joe Foundation is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $193,300 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$193,300
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $204,500 the year before.
13% 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 | $199,000 | 15 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $204,500 | 18 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $193,300 | 17 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Dr Joe 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 Dr Joe Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 14 | $168,300 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Walk Tall Foundation for Kids | Educational programs & scholarships | $30,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo | Provide critical social services across nine counties | $20,000 |
| The Wexford Foundation | Assistance to indigent families | $17,500 |
| First Day Shoe Fund | Shoe fund for students in the kalamazoo county public elementary school system | $15,000 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4S | Assistance for early childhood education | $15,000 |
| Aacorn Farm | Life enrichment for adults with developmental disabilities | $12,000 |
| Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center | Activities and therapies to special needs individuals | $10,000 |
| Community Healing Centers | Support for traumas of child abuse, addiction, and mental health disorders. | $10,000 |
| Family and Children Services | Assistance to families with immediate crisis needs | $10,000 |
| Hospital Hospitatlity House | Housing families of critically ill | $10,000 |
| Pretty Lake | Sponsor camp for youth and their families | $10,000 |
| Wildpaks | Food assistance to students on weekends | $10,000 |
| Kalamazoo Gospel Ministries | Community support for the homeless and those in need | $10,000 |
| Minstry With Community | Daytime shelter and resource center | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Low Country | Support community youth | $3,750 |
| Lowcountry Foundation for Wounded Military Heoroes | Assistance for providing service canines to wounded military heroes | $3,750 |
| Individual | Assistance to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis Yetter
- Tim Meeker
- Sarah Yetter
Questions people ask
Does Dr Joe Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr Joe Foundation give?
$193,300 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Dr Joe Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dennis Yetter (Secretary), Tim Meeker (Treasurer) and Sarah Yetter (President).
What does Dr Joe Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.