Paleodiscover Inc
Preselected recipients only
Paleodiscover Inc is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$6,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$20,297
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $6,000 | 3 | $22,213 |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 1 | $22,795 |
| 2025 | $6,000 | 1 | $20,297 |
How to apply
Paleodiscover Inc 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 Paleodiscover Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Earth Childrens Museum Foundat | Donation of valuable triceratops fossil to childrens musuem | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Mark Ventocilla
- David Miller
- Roy Townsend
- Devin Schindler
- Jim Fairchild
Questions people ask
Does Paleodiscover Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paleodiscover Inc give?
$6,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Paleodiscover Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Mark Ventocilla (President), David Miller (Director), Roy Townsend (Director) and Devin Schindler (Secretary and Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Paleodiscover Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.