Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Plainwell, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $178,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 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$178,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$947,608
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $105,000 the year before.
18% 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 | $105,000 | 14 | $758,787 |
| 2024 | $178,000 | 17 | $947,608 |
How to apply
Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family 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 Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 14 | $170,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Third Reformed Church | Hvac campaign | $50,000 |
| Reformed Church in America | Operations | $30,000 |
| Yorkville Community Church | General fund and capital projects fund | $30,000 |
| Words of Hope | Operations | $20,000 |
| Western Theological Seminary | Seminary fund | $15,000 |
| Asj | Operation | $10,000 |
| Hope College | Hope fund | $5,000 |
| Purdue University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse Immigration Advocates | Operation | $4,000 |
| Midtown Counseling | Operations | $1,500 |
| New Brunswick Theo Seminary | Operations | $1,500 |
| Camp Geneva | Annual campaign | $1,000 |
| Cran Hill Ranch | Operations | $1,000 |
| Grand Valley State University Campus Ministries | Operations | $1,000 |
| Holland Zeeland Comm Foundation | Community endowment | $1,000 |
| Multiplication Network | Operations | $1,000 |
| Resthaven | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn J Norman
- Julie R Grimes
- Michael Norman
Questions people ask
Does Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation give?
$178,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marilyn J Norman (President), Julie R Grimes (Treasurer/Secretary) and Michael Norman (Vice-President).
What does Thomas M and Marilyn J Dewitt Norman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.