Weller Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Weller Family Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $165,775 the year before.
44% 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 | $163,229 | 20 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $165,775 | 21 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 27 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Weller 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 Weller Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 26 | $1.1 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grandville Public Schools | General contribution | $1.0 million |
| Young Life | General contribution | $50,000 |
| Spring Hill Camps | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Newaygo Sheriff Department | General contribution | $12,000 |
| Safe Haven Ministries | General contribution | $12,000 |
| Beyond 26 | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Lowell Police Department | General contribution | $8,500 |
| Faith Hospice | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Kent County | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Anchor Point Christian School | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Grace Christian Academy | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Guiding Light Mission | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Kid's Food Basket | General contribution | $5,000 |
| San Juan Diego Academy | General contribution | $5,000 |
| South Christian High School | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics of Michigan | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Grandville Police Department | General contribution | $4,200 |
| Mel Trotter | General contribution | $4,000 |
| Lake County Sheriff Department | General contribution | $3,000 |
| Volunteers in Service | General contribution | $3,000 |
| Emmanuel Hospice | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Lifewise Academy Thornapple Kellogg | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Rising Kites | General contribution | $2,500 |
| Wyoming Public Schools | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Wise Against Violence | General contribution | $1,500 |
| West Michigan Fca | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Kent Utter Jr Memorial Scholarship | General contribution | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry R Weller
- Dan Weller
- Scott A Weller
Questions people ask
Does Weller Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Weller Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Weller Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry R Weller (President), Dan Weller (Treasurer) and Scott A Weller (Vice Pres.).
What does Weller Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.