LRG Impact
Preselected recipients only
LRG Impact is a private foundation in Spring Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $998,833 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $275,833. 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$998,833
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$275,833
- Assets$23.5 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $700,100 the year before.
69% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $25,000 | 1 | $20.9 million |
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 4 | $21.8 million |
| 2024 | $700,100 | 4 | $22.9 million |
| 2025 | $998,833 | 13 | $23.5 million |
How to apply
LRG Impact 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What LRG Impact funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9 | $415,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $275,833 |
| Washington | 1 | $168,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Middle East | General | $275,833 |
| Impact Latina America | General | $168,000 |
| Church Development Network | General | $100,000 |
| East Michigan Conference | General | $80,000 |
| Shoreline Conference | General | $80,000 |
| Gladwin Free Methodist Church | General | $50,000 |
| Ogemaw Hills Free Methodist Church | General | $50,000 |
| Free Methodist World Missions | General | $40,000 |
| Blue Water Free Methodist Church | General | $40,000 |
| Grayling Free Methodist Church | General | $40,000 |
| Mission Igniter | General | $30,000 |
| Willamston Free Methodist Church | General | $25,000 |
| Central Free Methodist Church | General | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Burt
- Bradley Button
- Joe Helms
- Kaye Kolde
- Daniel A Kurtz
- Delia Nuesch-Olver
- Mark Olson
Questions people ask
Does LRG Impact accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LRG Impact give?
$998,833 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs LRG Impact?
Its 2025 filing lists Karen Burt (Secretary), Bradley Button (Executive Di), Joe Helms (Chair) and Kaye Kolde (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does LRG Impact fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.