Ed & June Prein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ed & June Prein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $425,700 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$425,700
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$8.9 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $284,300 the year before.
19% 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 | $134,300 | 23 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $284,300 | 28 | $7.8 million |
| 2025 | $425,700 | 31 | $8.9 million |
How to apply
Ed & June Prein Family 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 Ed & June Prein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 19 | $349,300 |
| Indiana | 4 | $39,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $27,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Free Bed Foundation | General | $150,000 |
| St Mary's Foundation | General | $75,000 |
| The Advancement Center | General | $25,000 |
| Children's Healing Center | General | $20,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Camp Ao-Wa-Kiya | General | $10,000 |
| Forest Hills Schools | General | $10,000 |
| Frederik Meijer Gardens | General | $10,000 |
| Grand Rapids Symphony | General | $10,000 |
| Helen Devos Children's Hospital Foundation for Child & Family Life | General | $10,000 |
| Holy Cross Mission Center | General | $10,000 |
| John's Island Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | General | $10,000 |
| Paws With A Cause | General | $10,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of West Michigan | General | $5,000 |
| Family Hope Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| I'm Safe Child Advocacy Center | General | $5,000 |
| Literacy Center of West Michigan | General | $5,000 |
| The Hope for Families Center | General | $5,000 |
| The Learning Alliance | General | $5,000 |
| Atlantic Classical Orchestra | General | $3,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | General | $3,000 |
| Vero Beach Museum of Art | General | $3,000 |
| St Joseph High School | General | $2,000 |
| Catholic Charities West Michigan | General | $1,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Indian River Foundation | Healthcare | $1,000 |
| St Mary's College | General | $1,000 |
| Catholic Central High School | General | $500 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservatory | General | $500 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | General | $400 |
| Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council | General | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara J Prein
- Catherine A Prein
- Edward J Prein
- Marie E Parzych
- Mark R Prein
- Margaret M Niemi
Questions people ask
Does Ed & June Prein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ed & June Prein Family Foundation give?
$425,700 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ed & June Prein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara J Prein (President), Catherine A Prein (Vice President), Edward J Prein (Vice President) and Marie E Parzych (Treasurer/Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Ed & June Prein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.