Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Oostburg, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $226,700 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$226,700
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$258,263
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $249,450 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $320,720 | 32 | $314,118 |
| 2024 | $249,450 | 30 | $214,541 |
| 2025 | $226,700 | 24 | $258,263 |
How to apply
Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc 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 Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 9 | $124,000 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $29,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $27,500 |
| Michigan | 4 | $18,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $8,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $6,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,200 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oostburg Christian School | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Salt Church | General support | $27,500 |
| Houses With Hope | Helping victims of humaritarian crimes throughout the world | $25,000 |
| Campus Life Inc of Sheboygan County | Communication of faith based messages in sheboygan county | $23,500 |
| First Presbyterian Church Oostburg | Religious services | $17,000 |
| Oostburg CRC | General support | $17,000 |
| Amazima Ministries | Education and empowerment of the people of uganda | $10,000 |
| First Reformed Church | Religious services | $8,000 |
| Rockpoint Church | Religious services | $7,500 |
| Words of Hope | International media ministry | $6,000 |
| Cru | Religious ministry | $5,000 |
| Dementia Innovations Inc | Embrace those living with dementia | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Gleaners | Support to combat world hunger | $5,000 |
| Paws With A Cause | General support | $5,000 |
| Shepherd's Staff Mission Facilitators Inc | Missionary support through local churches | $4,000 |
| Lake Lundgren Bible Camp | Youth bible camp | $2,000 |
| Resonate Global Mission | Missionary support through christian reformed church of north america | $2,000 |
| Athletes in Action | Spiritual guidance for athletes and coaches | $1,500 |
| Operation Mobilization | Vibrant communities of followers | $1,200 |
| Anchor of Hope Health Center | Support those with pregnancy needs | $1,000 |
| Campus Ministries of Grace Christian Church | Equip young leaders as campus ministers | $1,000 |
| Grace Place | Providing pathways out of poverty through education | $1,000 |
| Prism | Dignity centered resources for food, housing, and other basic needs | $1,000 |
| Marquette University Farrokh Nourzad Econ Dept Enrichment Fund | Education support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Neil W Vander Ploeg
- Steven J Vander Ploeg
- Beth Grosshuesch
- David N Vander Ploeg
Questions people ask
Does Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc give?
$226,700 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Neil W Vander Ploeg (President), Steven J Vander Ploeg (Vp/Treasurer), Beth Grosshuesch (Director) and David N Vander Ploeg (Director).
What does Vander Ploeg Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.