Spring Forth Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spring Forth Foundation is a private foundation in Medina, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $318,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $162,000. 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$318,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$162,000
- Assets$895,095
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $263,950 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 | $253,200 | 19 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $263,950 | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $318,500 | 16 | $895,095 |
How to apply
Spring Forth 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 Spring Forth Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $182,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $63,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $34,000 |
| California | 5 | $29,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Generals International Ministries | Further charitable purchase | $162,000 |
| Dutch Sheets Ministries | Further charitable purchase | $62,000 |
| Lamplighter Ministries | Further charitable purchase | $34,000 |
| The Center for Glocal Leadership | Further charitable purchase | $18,000 |
| Ascend Ministry | Further charitable purchase | $10,000 |
| Harbor Light Church | Further charitable purchase | $7,500 |
| Heart 180 | Further charitable purchase | $5,000 |
| Pivoting to Power | Further charitable purchase | $5,000 |
| Hope Fires | Further charitable purchase | $5,000 |
| Capitol Hill Christian Embassy | Further charitable purchase | $2,000 |
| Breath of the Spirit Ministry | Further charitable purchase | $2,000 |
| Hope for the Harvest | Further charitable purchase | $2,000 |
| A Generosity Project | Further charitable purchase | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Further charitable purchase | $1,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Further charitable purchase | $1,000 |
| The Wildfire Fund | Further charitable purchase | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie J Zylstra
- Russell J Zylstra
Questions people ask
Does Spring Forth Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spring Forth Foundation give?
$318,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Spring Forth Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie J Zylstra (President/Treasurer) and Russell J Zylstra (Vice Pres./Secretary).
What does Spring Forth Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.