River City Foundation
Preselected recipients only
River City Foundation is a private foundation in Dexter, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $100,009 and the largest $500,004. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$100,009
- Largest grant$500,004
- Assets$38.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.9 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $227,021 | 9 | $7.5 million |
| 2023 | $2.9 million | 13 | $35.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 7 | $38.2 million |
How to apply
River City 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 River City Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $1.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Community Foundation | Comprehensive building project | $500,004 |
| Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation | Childrens rehab hospital and pediatric initiative program | $300,000 |
| Blandford Nature Center | General support | $200,002 |
| Hospice of Michigan Inc | General support | $100,009 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Kent County | General support | $100,000 |
| John Ball Zoo | General support | $100,000 |
| North Kent Connect | General support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne Kittendorf
- Jeffrey D Kittendorf
- Heidi Betz
Questions people ask
Does River City Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does River City Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $100,009.
Who runs River City Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anne Kittendorf (President/Director), Jeffrey D Kittendorf (Secretary/Treasurer) and Heidi Betz (Vice Pres/Director).
What does River City Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.