Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.7 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$3.7 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$94.2 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.4 million the year before.
20% 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 | $3.4 million | 17 | $88.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 20 | $94.2 million |
How to apply
Sid and Carol Verdoorn 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 Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 10 | $1.9 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $1.3 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $250,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $75,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dordt College | Scholarship fund, center for the advancement of christian education, proteck, science building | $1.3 million |
| Southwest Christian High School | Operating, building fund | $1.0 million |
| Hope Academy | Operating, building fund, and scholarships | $600,000 |
| Prager University | Education series | $250,000 |
| Young Americas Foundation | Ensuring that increasing numbers of young americans understand and are inspired by the ideas of individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional values. | $100,000 |
| Chapel Hill Christian School | Building fund | $50,000 |
| Hope Farms School | Operating | $50,000 |
| MN Teen Challenge | Operating | $50,000 |
| Summit Ministries | Operating | $50,000 |
| The Covenant School | Operating | $50,000 |
| Grace Bible Church | Operating | $30,000 |
| New Life Family Services | Operating | $30,000 |
| Hollandale Christian School | Operating | $25,000 |
| Just Moved | Operating | $25,000 |
| Lamplighters International | Operating | $25,000 |
| Luis Palau Association | Operating | $25,000 |
| Reagan International Impact Project | Committed to preserving the legacy of one of america's greatest presidents throughout the nation and abroad. | $25,000 |
| Strategic Renewal | Operating | $25,000 |
| Western Theological Seminary | Operating | $25,000 |
| Faith Radio | Operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Verdoorn
- Jeff Verdoorn
- Jay Verdoorn
- Daryl Verdoorn
Questions people ask
Does Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Verdoorn (President & Secretary), Jeff Verdoorn (Treasurer), Jay Verdoorn (Vice President) and Daryl Verdoorn (Chair).
What does Sid and Carol Verdoorn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.