Slikkers Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Slikkers Foundation is a private foundation in Holland, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $347,100 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$347,100
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $1.3 million | 27 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $347,100 | 24 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Slikkers 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 Slikkers Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 19 | $316,600 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists | General | $85,000 |
| Critter Barn | General | $60,000 |
| Great Lakes Adventist Academy | General | $57,500 |
| Odc Network | General | $35,000 |
| Holland Seventh Day Adventist Academy | General | $19,650 |
| Great Lakes Boat Building School | General | $17,500 |
| Evergreen Commons | General | $10,000 |
| In Discipleship | General | $10,000 |
| Maranatha Volunteers International | General | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Holland | General | $6,200 |
| Doctors in Recital | General | $5,000 |
| Hospice of Holland | General | $5,000 |
| The Unforgettables Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| Van Andel Institute | General | $5,000 |
| Holland Junior Welfare League | General | $2,500 |
| Holland Seventh-Day Adventist Church | General | $2,500 |
| Mobility Worldwide - West Michigan | General | $2,500 |
| Velo Kids | General | $2,500 |
| Word Investments Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Momentum Center | General | $1,500 |
| Compassionate Heart Ministry | General | $1,000 |
| Black River Public School | General | $500 |
| Riverfront Family YMCA | General | $500 |
| Hamilton Crush | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Leon R Slikkers
- David A Slikkers
- Robert L Slikkers
- William Dodd Russell
- Bill Payne
- Andrew Graves
- Thomas Slikkers
Questions people ask
Does Slikkers Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Slikkers Foundation give?
$347,100 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Slikkers Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leon R Slikkers (Founder), David A Slikkers (Trustee), Robert L Slikkers (Pres/Sec/Treasurer) and William Dodd Russell (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Slikkers Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.