Van Elslander Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Van Elslander Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $355,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $110,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$355,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$110,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $390,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $350,000 | 6 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $390,000 | 5 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $355,000 | 6 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Van Elslander Family Foundation 35795 Woodward Ave Ste 200, Birmingham, MI 48009 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (248) 590-2700, info@vanelslanderfamilyfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Inquiries are accepted through the website https://www.vanelslanderfamilyfoundation.org/ if selected, the website will provide additional instructions on filing an application. |
| Deadlines | Inquiries are only accepted between may 1 and july 31. |
| Restrictions | The foundation provides grants within the state of Michigan in the areas of children and human services. See the website for additional eligibility and fit criteria. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $355,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Angel's Place | Operations | $110,000 |
| Empowerment Plan | Operations | $100,000 |
| Detroit Food Academy | Operations | $60,000 |
| MCHS Family of Services | Operations | $40,000 |
| St Joseph's Helpers | Operations | $25,000 |
| Peaceful Hugs | Operations | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary van Elslander
- Lia Mansfield
- Grace Scarfone
- Heather Greenwald
- Olivia van Elslander
- Jennifer Goodman
- Katherine Cali van Elslander
- Brianne Allen
- Stephen Campau
- Cydney Webb
- Douglas Wood Jr
Questions people ask
Does Van Elslander Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Inquiries are only accepted between may 1 and july 31..
How much does Van Elslander Family Foundation give?
$355,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Van Elslander Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary van Elslander (President), Lia Mansfield (Treasurer), Grace Scarfone (First VP) and Heather Greenwald (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.