The Korff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Korff Foundation is a private foundation in Comstock Park, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $486,650 in 80 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$486,650
- Number of grants80
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $362,400 the year before.
19% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $362,400 | 77 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $486,650 | 80 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
The Korff 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 The Korff Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 57 | $270,400 |
| Arizona | 7 | $60,000 |
| New York | 2 | $55,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $35,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $11,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount St Michael Academy | Educational | $50,000 |
| Samartitan's Purse | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Religious | $25,000 |
| Hillsdale College van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship | Educational | $25,000 |
| Washington University in St Louis | Educational | $25,000 |
| Hillsdale College K-12 Initiative | Educational | $20,000 |
| Aquinas College | Educational | $15,000 |
| Blackstone Legal Fellowship | Educational | $15,000 |
| Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| St Ann's Parish and It's Missions | Religious | $15,000 |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities of West Michigan | Religious | $10,000 |
| Harbor Hospice Foundation | Charitable | $6,400 |
| The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Adoption Solutions of Arizona | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Albion College | Educational | $5,000 |
| American Wild Horse Conservation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| D A Blodgett St Johns | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cathedral of St Andrew | Religious | $5,000 |
| Children's Advocacy Center of Kent County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Clark Retirement Community Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Conservation Resource Alliance | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Davenport University | Educational | $5,000 |
| Ele's Place | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Emmanuel Hospice | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The First Tee | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum | Educational | $5,000 |
| Higher Ground at Lake Louise | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Humane Society of Kent Co | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Leadership Institute | Educational | $5,000 |
| Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Senior Neighbors | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Turning Point | Educational | $5,000 |
| Wheaton College | Educational | $5,000 |
| Wolf Sanctuary | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Animal Friends Alliance | Educational | $4,000 |
| Action Institute | Educational | $3,000 |
| Alpha Grand Rapids | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired | Charitable | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcae Manting
- Carrie Shelner
- Kirstin Johnson
- Brienne Goubeaux
Questions people ask
Does The Korff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Korff Foundation give?
$486,650 in tax year 2024, across 80 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Korff Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marcae Manting (Ceo/Secretary), Carrie Shelner (President/Treasurer), Kirstin Johnson (Director) and Brienne Goubeaux (Director).
What does The Korff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.