Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wyoming, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $324,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$324,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was down from $330,000 the year before.
9% 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 | $335,000 | 25 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $330,000 | 26 | $7.4 million |
| 2025 | $324,500 | 23 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
Jack and Aletha Goodale 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 Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 23 | $324,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kids Food Basket | Various | $25,000 |
| Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan | Various | $25,000 |
| Renew Mobility | Various | $25,000 |
| Aya | Various | $20,000 |
| Gilda's Club Grand Rapids | Various | $20,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Various | $20,000 |
| Secom | Various | $20,000 |
| United Methodist Community House | Various | $20,000 |
| Grandville Senior Center | Various | $15,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Western Michigan | Various | $15,000 |
| New City Kids | Various | $15,000 |
| Visser Family YMCA Impact Program | Various | $15,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis | Various | $12,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | Various | $10,000 |
| Family Promise | Various | $10,000 |
| Soaring Above | Various | $10,000 |
| VFW Charities for Michigan | Various | $10,000 |
| VFW National Home for Children | Various | $10,000 |
| Harmel Academy | Various | $10,000 |
| Grace's Table | Various | $5,000 |
| Hoap Inc | Various | $5,000 |
| Lori's Voice | Various | $5,000 |
| West Michigan Veterans Coalition | Various | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Aletha J Goodale
- Lori S Balow
- Jennifer Deyoung
- Leigh Chick
- Jacqueline M Martinez
- Jack C Balow
Questions people ask
Does Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation give?
$324,500 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Aletha J Goodale (President), Lori S Balow (Secretary), Jennifer Deyoung (Treasurer) and Leigh Chick (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Jack and Aletha Goodale Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.