Lanting Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lanting Foundation is a private foundation in Holland, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $442,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$442,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $613,457 |
| 2025 | $442,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Lanting 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $250,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $177,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Walking the Text | General fund | $250,000 |
| Love God Love Others | General fund | $130,000 |
| Hope College | General fund | $25,000 |
| Single Momm | General fund | $22,000 |
| MT28 | General fund | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arlyn Lanting
- Marcia Lanting
Questions people ask
Does Lanting Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lanting Foundation give?
$442,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Lanting Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arlyn Lanting (Trustee) and Marcia Lanting (Trustee).