Feldpausch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Feldpausch Foundation is a private foundation in Battle Creek, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $164,500 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$164,500
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,050 the year before.
39% 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 | $118,500 | 22 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $138,050 | 23 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $164,500 | 28 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Feldpausch 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Feldpausch Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 28 | $164,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Binder Park Zoo | Annual support | $20,000 |
| Bronson Health Foundation | Annual support | $15,000 |
| Charitable Union | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Serenity Village of Barry County | Annual support | $10,000 |
| South Michigan Food Bank | Annual support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Battle Creek & Kalamazoo Region | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan | Annual support | $7,500 |
| Otsego Public Schools | Annual support | $6,000 |
| Battle Creek Community Foundation | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Green Gable Haven | Annual support | $5,000 |
| HAND2HAND | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Christian School | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Kids N Stuff Museum | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Pennfield Schools | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Safe Place | Annual support | $5,000 |
| St Patrick School | Annual support | $5,000 |
| St Rose School | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Thornapple Arts Council | Annual support | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes | Annual support | $3,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Annual support | $3,000 |
| Special Olympics of Southwest Michigan | Annual support | $3,000 |
| Jenison Christian Schools | Annual support | $2,500 |
| Sprout Urban Farms | Annual support | $2,500 |
| Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center | Annual support | $2,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kalamazoo | Annual support | $1,500 |
| Centrica Care Navigators | Annual support | $1,500 |
| The River Church | Annual support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kimberly Brubaker
- Keith R Tolger
- Corey Lagro
- Mark S Feldpausch
- Kristi Tolger
- Jaime Merlington
- Katherine Busscher
- Stephen Tolger
Questions people ask
Does Feldpausch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Feldpausch Foundation give?
$164,500 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Feldpausch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kimberly Brubaker (President/Treasurer), Keith R Tolger (Director), Corey Lagro (Director) and Mark S Feldpausch (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Feldpausch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.