William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Friesland, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,900 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $500. 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$2,900
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$131,964
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3,700 the year before.
21% 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 | $3,300 | 13 | $124,045 |
| 2024 | $3,700 | 16 | $123,596 |
| 2025 | $2,900 | 14 | $131,964 |
How to apply
William & Evelyn Vander Galien 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 William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 3 | $1,100 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
| Georgia | 2 | $300 |
| Illinois | 2 | $300 |
| Florida | 2 | $200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $100 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friesland Community Church | Operating budget | $500 |
| St Paul Liberty Lutheran | Operating budget | $500 |
| Green Lake Calvary Church | Operating budget | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Operating budget | $200 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Operating budget | $200 |
| St Jude's | Operating budget | $200 |
| American Cancer Society | Operating budget | $100 |
| American Red Cross Western Wi Region | Operating budget | $100 |
| Bible League | Operating budget | $100 |
| Cru | Operating budget | $100 |
| Luke Society | Operating budget | $100 |
| Northwestern Foundation (Life 1025) | Operating budget | $100 |
| Salvation Army | Operating budget | $100 |
| Wycliffe Associates | Operating budget | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Shawn Brouwer
- Benjamin Cupery
- Marcia Cupery
- Nancy Brouwer
Questions people ask
Does William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc give?
$2,900 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Shawn Brouwer (President), Benjamin Cupery (V President), Marcia Cupery (Treasurer) and Nancy Brouwer (Secretary).
What does William & Evelyn Vander Galien Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and human services.