Lion Rock Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lion Rock Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $328,549 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$328,549
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $152,350 the year before.
55% 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 | $122,350 | 16 | $755,327 |
| 2024 | $152,350 | 22 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $328,549 | 20 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lion Rock Charitable Trust 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 Lion Rock Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 18 | $308,549 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Mich Hispanic | General contribution | $200,000 |
| The Potter's House | General contribution | $22,500 |
| Everbloom Montessori Cooperative | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Literacy Center of West Michigan | General contribution | $12,500 |
| Wedgwood Christian Services | General contribution | $12,500 |
| Schools for Sierra Leone | General contribution | $10,000 |
| The Source | General contribution | $10,000 |
| United Way of Metro Chicago | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Worklife Partnership | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Secom Resource Center | General contribution | $6,000 |
| Grand Rapids Christian Schools | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Lifequest | General contribution | $4,500 |
| Family Network of Wyoming | General contribution | $3,000 |
| Pine Rest Foundation | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Safe Harbor Manistee | General contribution | $2,000 |
| The Dutch American Heritage | General contribution | $1,000 |
| V99 | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Michigan Arsenal Baseball | General contribution | $500 |
| United Way of Southwest Michigan | General contribution | $500 |
| Ada Bible Church | General contribution | $49 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Peters
Questions people ask
Does Lion Rock Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lion Rock Charitable Trust give?
$328,549 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Lion Rock Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Peters (Trustee/Gran).
What does Lion Rock Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.