Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $214,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$214,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $220,000 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 | $218,500 | 17 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 16 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $214,500 | 15 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Simon and Mary Vanderkooy 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 Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 12 | $174,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $13,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Community Fnd | designated fund | $30,000 |
| Luke Society | operating funds | $20,000 |
| Alpha GR | operating funds and building fund | $20,000 |
| World Renew | operating funds | $20,000 |
| Conductive Learning Center | operating funds | $20,000 |
| In the Image | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Salvation Army | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Mel Trotter Mission | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Guiding Light Mission | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Tunnel to Tower Foundation | operating funds | $13,000 |
| Daffodil Ministries | operating funds | $10,000 |
| Institute of Contextual Health | operating funds | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | operating funds | $10,000 |
| Life Water International | operating funds | $7,500 |
| Comstock Park Rotary | Neighborhood coat drive | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janis Vander Kooy
- Brian Vander Kooy
- Susan Despres
- Debra Montgomery
Questions people ask
Does Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation give?
$214,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Janis Vander Kooy (Pres), Brian Vander Kooy (Director), Susan Despres (Director) and Debra Montgomery (Director).
What does Simon and Mary Vanderkooy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.