Spartannash Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spartannash Foundation is a private foundation in Byron Center, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $757,018 in 128 grants; the typical grant was $4,275 and the largest $52,941. 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$757,018
- Number of grants128
- Typical grant$4,275
- Largest grant$52,941
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
9% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 145 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $757,018 | 128 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Spartannash 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 Spartannash Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 72 | $375,527 |
| Wisconsin | 8 | $89,025 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $57,941 |
| Nebraska | 17 | $57,925 |
| North Dakota | 3 | $41,850 |
| Minnesota | 7 | $41,175 |
| Indiana | 6 | $21,575 |
| Virginia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| E4E Relief | Fighting hunger | $52,941 |
| Brat Fest | Fighting hunger | $40,000 |
| Kids Food Basket | Fighting hunger | $28,000 |
| Salvation Army | Fighting hunger | $23,850 |
| South Michigan Food Bank | Fighting hunger | $21,050 |
| Community Action House | Fighting hunger | $18,000 |
| Feeding South Dakota | Fighting hunger | $15,975 |
| Loaves & Fishes | Fighting hunger | $15,000 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | Fighting hunger | $14,686 |
| Great Plains Food Bank | Fighting hunger | $14,200 |
| Fenton Area Resources & Referral Network | Fighting hunger | $13,875 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of So Wisc | Fighting hunger | $13,625 |
| Project Hope Inc | Fighting hunger | $13,291 |
| Asymca of Hampton Roads | Fighting hunger | $10,000 |
| Bellevue Public Schools Foundation | Fighting hunger | $10,000 |
| Feeding the Valley Inc | Fighting hunger | $10,000 |
| Rooted Wi Inc | Fighting hunger | $10,000 |
| Center for the Homeless Inc | Fighting hunger | $8,750 |
| South County Community Services | Fighting hunger | $8,200 |
| Red Wings Area Food Shelf | Fighting hunger | $7,325 |
| Oakwood Neighborhood | Fighting hunger | $6,750 |
| Legacy Community Center LLC | General support | $6,650 |
| Manna Food Project | Fighting hunger | $6,650 |
| St Saviours Food Pantry | Fighting hunger | $6,000 |
| Benzie Area Christian Neighbors | Fighting hunger | $5,950 |
| Love Inc of the Tri Cities | Fighting hunger | $5,775 |
| Father Fred Foundaton | Fighting hunger | $5,700 |
| Love Your Neighbor | Fighting hunger | $5,675 |
| Together Inc of Metropolitan Omaha | Fighting hunger | $5,675 |
| Eleanors Pantry | Fighting hunger | $5,550 |
| Family Network of Wyoming | Fighting hunger | $5,500 |
| River Falls Food Pantry | Fightnig hunger | $5,250 |
| Holy Family ACCESS-6 Food Pantry | Fighting hunger | $5,150 |
| Charlevoix Community Food Pantry | Fighting hunger | $5,100 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Fighting hunger | $5,100 |
| Community Food Pantry and Emergency Service | Fighting hunger | $5,050 |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church Women | Fighting hunger | $5,050 |
| Blessings in A Backpack | Fighting hunger | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities Stcloud | Fighting hunger | $5,000 |
| Food Bank for the Heartland | Fighting hunger | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Adrienne Chance
- Dawn Bredeweg
- Reina Watanabe
- Tony Sarsam
- Lleana McAlary
- Amy McClellan
- Laura Gibson
- Masiar Tayebi
- Doug Dillman
- Lynn Blasio
- Geoff Bernard
- Mike Koppenol
Questions people ask
Does Spartannash Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spartannash Foundation give?
$757,018 in tax year 2024, across 128 grants, with a typical grant of $4,275.
Who runs Spartannash Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Adrienne Chance (Executive Director), Dawn Bredeweg (Secretary), Reina Watanabe (Foundation Accounting) and Tony Sarsam (Chairman) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does Spartannash Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and faith communities.