Alpine Cares
Preselected recipients only
Alpine Cares is a private foundation in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$12,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$92,409
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $21,502 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,502 | 4 | $69,825 |
| 2025 | $12,500 | 5 | $92,409 |
How to apply
Alpine Cares 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 Alpine Cares funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 5 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Avera Nicu | Ongoing support | $3,000 |
| The Community Outreach | Ongoing support | $3,000 |
| Mission-Haiti | Ongoing support | $3,000 |
| Individual | Ongoing support | $2,000 |
| Sioux Falls Christian | Ongoing support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Kerkvliet
- Jackson Dorhout
- Aaron Rietsema
Questions people ask
Does Alpine Cares accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Alpine Cares give?
$12,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Alpine Cares?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Kerkvliet (Director), Jackson Dorhout (Director) and Aaron Rietsema (Director).
What does Alpine Cares fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.