The Land Sustainment Shop
Preselected recipients only
The Land Sustainment Shop is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,875 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1,875 and the largest $1,875. 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$1,875
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1,875
- Largest grant$1,875
- Assets$98,325
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $100,000 | 1 | $40,764 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 1 | $43,597 |
| 2025 | $1,875 | 1 | $98,325 |
How to apply
The Land Sustainment Shop 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Land Sustainment Shop funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $1,875 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| We Want the Land Coalition | To support We Want the Land Coalition's mission which supports the empowerment of women and girls | $1,875 |
Officers and trustees
- Pauletta Wood
- Elizabeth Ritzman
- Sarah Rauber
- Leslie Gallagher
- Carole Wiedorfer
Questions people ask
Does The Land Sustainment Shop accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Land Sustainment Shop give?
$1,875 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1,875.
Who runs The Land Sustainment Shop?
Its 2025 filing lists Pauletta Wood (President), Elizabeth Ritzman (Secretary), Sarah Rauber (Board Member) and Leslie Gallagher (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Land Sustainment Shop fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.