The Shine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Shine Foundation is a private foundation in Zeeland, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.7 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $258,000. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$258,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
46% 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 | $1.1 million | 28 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 36 | $6.9 million |
| 2025 | $2.7 million | 41 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
The Shine 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 Shine Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 38 | $2.5 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $101,000 |
| New York | 1 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Action House | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $258,000 |
| Aya Youth Collective | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $200,000 |
| Iccf Community Homes | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $200,000 |
| New City Neighbors | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $190,000 |
| Jubilee Ministries Inc | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $160,000 |
| New City Kids | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $150,000 |
| Escape Ministries | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $111,500 |
| Latin Americans United for Progress Inc | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $105,000 |
| Dana-Faber Cancer Institute | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $101,000 |
| Good Samaritan Ministries | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $100,000 |
| Michigan Immigrant Rights Center | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $100,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Kent County | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $100,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Fund of Michigan | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $75,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Grand Rapids | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $50,000 |
| Bridge Street Ministries | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $50,000 |
| Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $50,000 |
| Evergreen Commons | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $50,000 |
| Momentum Center | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $50,000 |
| Treetops Collective | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $40,443 |
| Baxter Community Center | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $40,000 |
| Grand Rapids Neihiemiah Project | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $40,000 |
| Grandville Avenue Arts & Humanities Inc | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $40,000 |
| West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $40,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $40,000 |
| Grand Rapids Initiative for Leaders | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $38,908 |
| Other Way Ministries | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $35,000 |
| Culture Works | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $31,300 |
| Family Promise | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $30,000 |
| I Am Academy | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $30,000 |
| Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $25,000 |
| No Surrender Running Club Inc | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $25,000 |
| Positive Impact for Life | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $20,000 |
| Black Impact Collaborative | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $20,000 |
| Better Wiser Stronger Inc | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $20,000 |
| Urban Core Collective | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $15,000 |
| Housing Kent | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $15,000 |
| We Run We Rise | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $10,000 |
| Christian Community Development Association | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $7,000 |
| Upcycle Bikes | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $4,000 |
| Haiti Foundation Against Poverty | Unrestricted grant to general fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Mulder
- Jeri Mulder
Questions people ask
Does The Shine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Shine Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Shine Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey Mulder (Trustee) and Jeri Mulder (Trustee).
What does The Shine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.