Eileen Devries Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eileen Devries Family Foundation is a private foundation in East Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $260,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.6 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$260,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
29% 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 | $1.1 million | 17 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 17 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
Eileen Devries 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 Eileen Devries Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 17 | $1.6 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding | General program | $260,000 |
| Fredrick Meijer Gardens | General program | $225,000 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum | General program | $160,000 |
| Junior Achievement | General program | $138,767 |
| John Ball Zoological Society | General program | $135,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Rehab Foundation | General program | $125,000 |
| Davenport University Foundation | General program | $100,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General program | $100,000 |
| Pine Rest Foundation | General program | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | General program | $80,000 |
| Special Olympics | General program | $50,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | General program | $50,000 |
| Children's Healing Center | General program | $25,000 |
| Van Andel Institution | General program | $13,000 |
| University of Michigan Health - West Mi | General program | $12,500 |
| First Tee of West Michigan | General program | $10,000 |
| East Grand Rapids Public Schools | General program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Mraz
- Joseph Devries
- Samuel Devries
Questions people ask
Does Eileen Devries Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eileen Devries Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Eileen Devries Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rachel Mraz (President), Joseph Devries (Secretary) and Samuel Devries (Treasurer).
What does Eileen Devries Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.