THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC
Preselected recipients only
THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $42.0 million in 78 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $10.0 million. 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$42.0 million
- Number of grants78
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$10.0 million
- Assets$40.6 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $44.9 million the year before.
56% of its 2025 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 | $17.0 million | 91 | $99.9 million |
| 2024 | $44.9 million | 81 | $83.7 million |
| 2025 | $42.0 million | 78 | $40.6 million |
How to apply
THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC 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 PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 61 | $40.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Texas | 1 | $582,615 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 9 | $21,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Free Bed Foundation | Childrens research hospital campaign | $10.0 million |
| Michigan State University | College of human medicine capital pledge | $5.0 million |
| Michigan State University | Mens tennis facilty pledge | $5.0 million |
| Grand Valley State University | Blue dot technology program pledge | $3.5 million |
| Grand Rapids Community Legends | Grand rapids statuary and historical preservation | $2.5 million |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Capital pledge | $1.5 million |
| Kent County Parks Dept | Secchia meadows fund and childrens programming | $1.2 million |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of GR | Camp omalley and dolan belk lodge restoration | $1.2 million |
| National Italian American Fndn | Scholarship endowment | $1.1 million |
| Michigan State University | College of human medicine research gift | $1.0 million |
| West Michigan Aviation Academy | Scholarships and airplane maintenance | $873,922 |
| Individual | $811,090 | |
| Geo and Barbara Bush Foundation | Scholarships and education support pledge | $582,615 |
| GR Ford Presidential Foundation | Student transportation scholarship fund | $582,615 |
| Downtown Grand Rapids Inc | Downtown maintenance and improvement fund | $582,615 |
| Grand Rapids Community College | Culinary arts center support | $582,615 |
| GR Public Schools Foundation | Building together pledge | $544,484 |
| GR Ford Presidential Foundation | Capital campaign | $524,214 |
| Aquinas College | Immediate needs funding request | $507,500 |
| Grand Valley State University | Seidman school of business | $445,182 |
| GR Public Schools Foundation | Student advancement and building improvement fd | $320,368 |
| Michigan State University | Secchia center equipment and classroom maint | $300,000 |
| East GR Schools Foundation | J gerken alumni fund | $291,307 |
| Kent County Parks Foundation | Millennium park prgramming fund | $291,307 |
| Special Olympics of Mi | Capital campaign pledge | $262,107 |
| Baxter Community Center | Building improvement pledge | $262,107 |
| Grand Valley State University | Military and veterans education program | $254,818 |
| Individual | Organ project pledge | $251,000 |
| Grand Rapi Dspublic Museam Fndn | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| Individual | Move to msu project support | $250,000 |
| Sacred Heart Parish | Organ restoration and improvement | $198,000 |
| Grand Rapids City Parks | City parks mainenance fund | $174,784 |
| Corwell Health Foundation | Cone beam project | $125,000 |
| Aya Youth Collective | Program support | $100,000 |
| Girls Choral Academy | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Michigan State University | Athletic travel fund and scholarships | $100,000 |
| Ottawa County Parks Foundation | Nature trail improvements | $100,000 |
| Individual | Operations support pledge | $58,261 |
| Juvinile Diabetes Foundation | Breakthrough t1d program research | $50,000 |
| Mariucci Beacon House Fndn | Secchia room sponsor | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Ens
- Mark A Schut
- Joan P Secchia
- Stephanie Oehler
- Legacy Trust
Questions people ask
Does THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC give?
$42.0 million in tax year 2025, across 78 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Ens (Director), Mark A Schut (Treasurer), Joan P Secchia (Director) and Stephanie Oehler (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does THE PETER and JOAN SECCHIA FAMILY INC fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.