Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation is a private foundation in Ada, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.4 million in 53 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$4.4 million
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.2 million the year before.
38% 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 | $4.2 million | 59 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $4.4 million | 53 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
Jerry & Marcia Tubergen 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 Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 33 | $3.8 million |
| Tennessee | 3 | $185,240 |
| Georgia | 1 | $101,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $91,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $75,000 |
| California | 2 | $65,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $15,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cure International Inc | General operations | $1.5 million |
| Northpointe Christian Schools | Spiritual formation center | $750,000 |
| Cure International Inc | General operations | $500,000 |
| Northpointe Christian Schools | Teacher salaries | $500,000 |
| Ada Township | Connecting with community campaign | $200,000 |
| Grace Christian Academy of Leipers Fork | Campaign - building | $160,240 |
| The Jerry and Marcy Tubergen Fund (At NCF) | General operations | $101,000 |
| Capstone Legacy Foundation | General operations | $75,000 |
| Colson Center for Christian Worldview | Identity project | $75,000 |
| Northpointe Christian Foundation | General operations | $50,000 |
| That Day | General operations | $40,000 |
| Relational Concepts Inc | General operations | $30,000 |
| Guiding Light Mission Inc | General operations | $25,000 |
| Lee Strobel Ministries | General operations | $25,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | General operations | $25,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Ada Bible Church | General operations | $20,000 |
| Family Promise of Grand Rapids | Campaign - 100 homes for 100 families | $20,000 |
| Alpha USA | General operations | $15,000 |
| Ikus Life Enrichment Services | General operations | $15,000 |
| King's Academy Nashville | General operations | $15,000 |
| Michigan for Vaccine Choice | General operations | $15,000 |
| Moriah Ministries | General operations | $15,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation Inc | General operations | $15,000 |
| Outlaw Ministeries | General operations | $15,000 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center | General operations | $15,000 |
| Children's Health Defense | General operations | $10,000 |
| Church Planters Training International | General operations | $10,000 |
| Every Mother's Advocate | General operations | $10,000 |
| St Bartholomew's Chruch | General operations | $10,000 |
| Truth for Life | General operations | $10,000 |
| World Movers | General operations | $10,000 |
| Broadway Grand Rapids | General operations | $5,000 |
| Citizens for Traditional Values | General operations | $5,000 |
| Citizens for Traditional Values | General operations | $5,000 |
| Critter Barn | General operations | $5,000 |
| Home Repair Services of Kent County Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Living With Hope | General operations | $5,000 |
| Right to Life of Michigan Educational Fund | General operations | $5,000 |
| Riverside Theater | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerry L Tubergen
- Marcia D Tubergen
- Wesley Kent
Questions people ask
Does Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation give?
$4.4 million in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerry L Tubergen (President), Marcia D Tubergen (Secretary) and Wesley Kent (Treasurer/Assistant).
What does Jerry & Marcia Tubergen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.