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Degroot Family Foundation is a private corporation based in WATERVLIET, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2003. The principal officer is Shirley Leith. It holds total assets of $9M. Annual income is reported at $3.9M. Total assets have grown from $1.3M in 2011 to $9.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. Support and advance vulnerable populations by developing and enhancing educational, social service, and economic opportunities, primarily in Michigan. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Southwest Michigan and Michigan (with board approval for outside local region). According to available records, Degroot Family Foundation has made 65 grants totaling $1.8M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has decreased from $1.2M in 2022 to $581K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $100K, with an average award of $28K. The foundation has supported 22 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Michigan and Virginia and District of Columbia. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$618
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$30K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 17 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Grants supporting human services initiatives
Grants supporting economic development projects
Grants supporting educational initiatives
Grants supporting health services and medical research
Grants supporting animal rights and services
Support and advance vulnerable populations by developing and enhancing educational, social service, and economic opportunities, primarily in Michigan. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 65 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI, VA, DC.
Degroot Family Foundation has distributed a total of $1.8M across 65 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $28K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $100K.
Degroot Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Degroot Family Foundation is headquartered in WATERVLIET, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Leith | PRESIDENT/TREASURER | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Jessica M Claus | VICE PRESIDENT/INTERNATION | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Eric M Leith | VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR OF | $16K | $0 | $16K |
| Eric Brown - Evb Consulting | SECRETARY | $16K | $0 | $16K |
Total Giving
$761K
Total Assets
$9.1M
Fair Market Value
$13.2M
Net Worth
$9.1M
Grants Paid
$581K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$894K
Distribution Amount
$607K
Total: $1.9M
Total Grants
65
Total Giving
$1.8M
Average Grant
$28K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
22
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant House MichiganSERVING HOMELESS YOUTH DETROIT AND GRAND RAPIDS CAMPUS'S | Detroit, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Berrien Community FoundationDONOR ADVISED FUND | St Joseph, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Cornerstone AllianceCONTINUED ECONOMIC SUPPORT | Benton Harbor, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| Prevention Works IncPROGRAM EXPANSION KALAMAZOO PUBLIC SCHOOLS | Kalamazoo, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Southwest MichiganPROJECT LEARN PROGRAM | Benton Harbor, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Kc Ready 4'STUITION ASSISTANCE/SUPPORT | Kalamazoo, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Spca Sw MichiganGENERAL | Kalamazoo, MI | $25K | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Greater MichianaCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Niles, MI | $25K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan2-1-1 INFORMATION AND REFERRAL PROGRAM | St Joseph, MI | $20K | 2023 |
| Birth Right Of St JosephGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT AND RAILINGS | St Joseph, MI | $15K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossSUPPORT LOCAL FAMILIES MAUI FIRE | Kalamazoo, MI | $10K | 2023 |
| Feeding America West MichiganNOURISH TOMORROW ADVANCEMENT CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $10K | 2023 |
| Good Fellow FundLOCAL CHRISTMAS DRIVE FOR FAMILIES IN NEED | St Joseph, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest MichiganSCHOLARSHIPS FOR COLOMA-WATERVLIET TEAMS | St Joseph, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Hope ResourcesFOOD PANTRY | Coloma, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Sw MichiganGENERAL | St Joseph, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational ExcellenceEDUCATION | Bridgman, MI | $1K | 2023 |
| Exponent PhilanthropyEDUCATION | Washington, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Cana'S Promise IncMENTAL HEALTH PROJECT CAMBODIA | Mount Vernon, VA | $50K | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club-Benton HarborBE THERE PROGRAM | Benton Harbor, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4'STUITION ASSISTANCE | Kalamazoo, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Southwestern Michigan College FoundationBUILDING RENOVATION AT COLLEGE | Dowagiac, MI | $20K | 2022 |