Ufp Industries Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ufp Industries Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 117 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants117
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$22.2 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
71% 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 | $1.7 million | 110 | $18.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 98 | $21.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 117 | $22.2 million |
How to apply
Ufp Industries 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 Ufp Industries Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 26 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 48 | $322,170 |
| Texas | 9 | $297,000 |
| Georgia | 6 | $215,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $105,000 |
| California | 3 | $83,000 |
| North Carolina | 7 | $49,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $32,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $31,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Home Depot Foundation | Outreach | $200,000 |
| Lowe's Foundation | Outreach | $175,000 |
| Trust for the National Mall | Outreach | $55,000 |
| American Red Cross | Outreach | $50,000 |
| Job Creators Network | Outreach | $50,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Outreach | $50,000 |
| Libre Institute | Outreach | $35,000 |
| Mike Rowe Works Foundationskills USA | Outreach | $30,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Outreach | $30,000 |
| The Hunt Preservation Society | Outreach | $30,000 |
| Able to Serve | Outreach | $25,000 |
| Camp la Junta Fund | Outreach | $25,000 |
| National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation | Outreach | $25,000 |
| Home Repair Services | Outreach | $23,000 |
| Corewell Health Foundation of West Michigan | Outreach | $19,020 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Kent County | Outreach | $19,000 |
| Da Blodgett - St John's | Outreach | $18,000 |
| Gilda's Club of Grand Rapids | Outreach | $18,000 |
| Acton Institute | Outreach | $12,500 |
| Wedgewood Christian Services | Outreach | $10,500 |
| City of Hope | Outreach | $10,000 |
| Joan Secchia Children's Rehabilitation Hospital | Outreach | $10,000 |
| SW Michigan Miracle League | Outreach | $10,000 |
| Resurrection Church | Outreach | $10,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Outreach | $8,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers | Outreach | $6,300 |
| Camp Henry | Outreach | $6,000 |
| Feeding America Tampa Bay | Outreach | $6,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Outreach | $6,000 |
| Family Promise of West Michigan | Outreach | $5,500 |
| Samaritas Affordable Living of GR | Outreach | $5,500 |
| A Rosie Place for Children | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Autism Support of Kent County | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Polk County | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Em Holt Fire Department | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Feeding America - Feeding South FL | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Godwin Heights Public Schools | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County | Outreach | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Heather A Plain
- David A Tutas
- Matthew J Missad
- Michael R Cole
- Brandon H Froysland
Questions people ask
Does Ufp Industries Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ufp Industries Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 117 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Ufp Industries Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Heather A Plain (Treasurer/Director), David A Tutas (Secretary/Director), Matthew J Missad (Chairman/President/Director) and Michael R Cole (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ufp Industries Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and faith communities.