Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation is a private foundation in Wyoming, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $423,700 in 69 grants; the typical grant was $3,600 and the largest $85,500. 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$423,700
- Number of grants69
- Typical grant$3,600
- Largest grant$85,500
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $324,900 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $305,350 | 66 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $324,900 | 68 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $423,700 | 69 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Marion & Marlene Betten 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 Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 54 | $348,900 |
| Colorado | 1 | $33,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $6,000 |
| California | 2 | $5,600 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,400 |
| Ohio | 1 | $4,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,600 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cascade Christian Reformed Church | Charitable contribution | $85,500 |
| Christian Reformed Conference Grounds | Charitable contribution | $55,000 |
| Children's Hope Chest | Charitable contribution | $33,000 |
| Christian Reformed Church North America | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Jehovah Jireh | Charitable contribution | $12,000 |
| Feeding America | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Wedgewood Christian Services | Charitable contribution | $7,900 |
| Ada Christian Schools | Charitable contribution | $7,800 |
| Grandville Christian School | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Inner City Christian Federation | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Community CRC | Charitable contribution | $6,500 |
| Daffodil Ministries | Charitable contribution | $6,500 |
| International Justice Mission | Charitable contribution | $6,500 |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services | Charitable contribution | $6,500 |
| Rehoboth Christian School | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Streams | Charitable contribution | $6,000 |
| Calvin Theological Seminary | Charitable contribution | $5,500 |
| Calvin University | Charitable contribution | $5,200 |
| Camp Tall Turf | Charitable contribution | $4,800 |
| Grand Rapids Christian Schools | Charitable contribution | $4,800 |
| Partners Worldwide | Charitable contribution | $4,800 |
| Upper Peninsula Bible Camp | Charitable contribution | $4,200 |
| All Belong | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Bethany Christian Services | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Campus Crusades for Christ | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Campus Ministry Gvsu | Charitable contribution | $4,000 |
| Degage Ministries | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Guiding Light Mission | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Hillsdale College | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Operation Underground Railroad | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Rafiki Foundation | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| Resurrection Life Church House of Hope | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| WCSG 913 | Charitable contribution | $3,600 |
| River Rock CRC | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Youth for Christ of Grand Rapids | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Safe Haven Ministries | Charitable contribution | $2,700 |
| 70 X 70 Life Recovery Grand Rapids | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| Crossroad Bible Institute | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marlene Betten
- Laura Lamer
- Alice Scholten
- Gregory Betten
Questions people ask
Does Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation give?
$423,700 in tax year 2025, across 69 grants, with a typical grant of $3,600.
Who runs Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marlene Betten (President), Laura Lamer (Secretary), Alice Scholten (Treasurer) and Gregory Betten (Director).
What does Marion & Marlene Betten Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.