Van Curler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Van Curler Foundation is a private foundation in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$330,965
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $133,500 the year before.
58% of its 2024 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 | $133,500 | 13 | $350,147 |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 19 | $330,965 |
How to apply
Van Curler 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 Van Curler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $62,000 |
| Michigan | 4 | $45,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| D James Kennedy Foundation Inc | Ministry | $30,000 |
| Student Statesmanship Institute | Education & ministry | $30,000 |
| Creation Studies Institute | Creation ministry | $10,000 |
| Evangelism Explosion III International Inc | Ministry | $10,000 |
| First Care Family Resources Inc | Pro-life ministry | $10,000 |
| Teenpact Leadership Schools Inc | Educational/leadership | $10,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Religious freedom legal services | $5,000 |
| Faith 2 Action Ministries Inc | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Faith Baptist Church of Avon | Church | $5,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Education | $5,000 |
| Hope Clinic International | Medical | $5,000 |
| Liberty Counsel Inc | Relisious freedom legal services | $5,000 |
| Thomas More Law Center | Religious freedom legal services | $5,000 |
| Worthy Creations Ministry Inc | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Koome Ministries | Ministry | $3,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Ministry | $2,500 |
| Moms for America | Educational | $2,500 |
| Broward County Right to Life Foundation Inc | Pro-life support | $1,000 |
| Palm Beach Freedom Institute Inc | Educational | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol A van Curler
- Timothy R Moore
- Angela M Templeton
Questions people ask
Does Van Curler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Van Curler Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Van Curler Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol A van Curler (Pres/Sec/Tre), Timothy R Moore (Vice Pres/Di) and Angela M Templeton (Director).
What does Van Curler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.