Jack and Lija Romence Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jack and Lija Romence Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $256,500 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$256,500
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $117,040 the year before.
53% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,920 | 31 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $117,040 | 33 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $256,500 | 32 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Jack and Lija Romence 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 Lija Romence Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 21 | $225,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $4,100 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $600 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $200 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cure International Children's Hospitals | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Helen Devos Children's Hospital | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Potters House | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Da Blodgett St Johns Home | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates | Charitable | $20,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Van Andel Institute | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Grand Valley University | Educational | $10,000 |
| Unity Spiritual Community Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Map International | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Project Hope | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $2,000 |
| First Hand Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Latvian Club of Saginaw | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Forest Hills Presbyterian Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cascade Christian Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Hospice of Michigan | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Susan Mast ALS Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Young Life | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cherry Street Health Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Help Pregnancy Aid | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Operation Santa Claus | Charitable | $500 |
| Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park | Charitable | $500 |
| Kent Medical Foundation | Charitable | $300 |
| Grand Rapids Symphony | Charitable | $200 |
| Compassion & Choices | Charitable | $200 |
| Mouth & Foot Painting Artists | Charitable | $100 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack L Romence
- Kristina A Romence
Questions people ask
Does Jack and Lija Romence Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack and Lija Romence Family Foundation give?
$256,500 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Jack and Lija Romence Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jack L Romence (Director) and Kristina A Romence (Director).
What does Jack and Lija Romence Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and international.