Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation is a private foundation in Norton Shores, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $244,800 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$244,800
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $212,200 the year before.
10% 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 | $225,000 | 23 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $212,200 | 19 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $244,800 | 21 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Steven and Kathryn Bandstra 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 Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 20 | $243,300 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | Steven and kathryn bandstra scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Michigan State University | College of human medicine | $50,000 |
| Grand Valley State University | Annis water resources institute | $25,000 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | General | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation for Muskegon County | Greater muskegon fund | $10,000 |
| Muskegon Christian School | Pearl bandstra scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Corporate program support | $5,000 |
| The People Center | General | $3,500 |
| Bridge Michigan | General | $3,000 |
| Love Inc of the Tri-Cities | General | $3,000 |
| Mosaic Counseling | General | $3,000 |
| Momentum Center - Grand Haven | General | $2,500 |
| Reach for Recovery | General | $2,500 |
| Read Muskegon | General | $2,500 |
| Kids' Food Basket | General | $2,500 |
| The Salvation Army- Grand Haven | General | $1,500 |
| The Salvation Army- Muskegon | General | $1,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $1,500 |
| Mona Lake Improvement Association | General | $1,000 |
| Women's Division of Chamber of Commerce - Muskegon | Linda seymour initiative | $1,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation | General | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven G Bandstra
Questions people ask
Does Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation give?
$244,800 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven G Bandstra (President/Secretary/Treas.).
What does Steven and Kathryn Bandstra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and food and hunger.