Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Westfield, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $113,670 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $28,000. 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$113,670
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $124,553 the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 | $124,553 | 14 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $113,670 | 12 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable 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 Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 3 | $49,800 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $38,870 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Calvin University | Charitable donation | $28,000 |
| Project Hope | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| Calvin Theological Seminary | Charitable donation | $16,800 |
| Agape Community Kitchen | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Christian Health Care Center Foundation | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Crossroads Prison Ministries | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Furniture Assist | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Market Street Mission | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Mend NJ | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Church Disaster Assistance | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| The Presbyterian Church in Westfield | Charitable donation | $2,370 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Elizabeth | Charitable donation | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Faith H Bennett
- Frances Hamstra
- Julie Bennett
Questions people ask
Does Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation give?
$113,670 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Faith H Bennett (Trustee), Frances Hamstra (Trustee) and Julie Bennett (Trustee).
What does Bernard and Dorothy Hamstra Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.