Tony Betten Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tony Betten Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $264,600 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$264,600
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$360,048
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $266,706 the year before.
23% of its 2025 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 | $274,170 | 28 | $508,198 |
| 2024 | $266,706 | 28 | $432,849 |
| 2025 | $264,600 | 30 | $360,048 |
How to apply
Tony Betten 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 Tony Betten Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 27 | $234,600 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Partners Worldwide | Charitable contribution | $40,000 |
| Covenant Life Church | Charitable contribution | $35,000 |
| Madison Square CRC | Charitable contribution | $35,000 |
| Kibbuse House | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Muskegon Rescue Mission | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| City of Hope GR | Charitable contribution | $14,500 |
| Marco Presbyterian | Charitable contribution | $12,500 |
| Arise Rwanda Ministries | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Emmanuel Free Church | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Coram Deo Association | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Cru | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Guiding Light | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| New Community Church | Charitable contribution | $7,500 |
| Potters House | Charitable contribution | $7,000 |
| Reconciliation of Life | Charitable contribution | $7,000 |
| Coopersville CRC | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| New City Kids | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Resurrection Fellowship Church | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Teen Bible Challenge | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Kids Food Basket | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Baxter Community Center | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Cascade Community Foundation | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Susan Mast Foundation | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Young Life | Charitable contribution | $1,200 |
| There for Go Ministries | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Kuyper College | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Matters of Life and Breath | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Mamrelund Luthern Church | Charitable contribution | $400 |
| Newco Gives Back Foundation | Charitable contribution | $400 |
| GR Sparta Moose Lodge | Charitable contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Glenn Betten
- Jerome Betten
Questions people ask
Does Tony Betten Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tony Betten Family Foundation give?
$264,600 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Tony Betten Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Glenn Betten (Director) and Jerome Betten (President/Treasurer).
What does Tony Betten Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and community development.