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Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation is a private corporation based in GRAND RAPIDS, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1992. The principal officer is Jerry L Tubergen. It holds total assets of $62.6M. Annual income is reported at $6.1M. Total assets have decreased from $90.6M in 2011 to $62.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees. Congregational initiatives congregational inititatives supports the growth of pastors and other congregational leaders by providing course work and technical assistance to train clergy and lay church leaders to practically apply methods of engaging community in order to strengthen children and families while leveraging the power of community. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Michigan. According to available records, Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation has made 655 grants totaling $79M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $15.1M and $29M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $29M distributed across 258 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $6.2M, with an average award of $121K. The foundation has supported 244 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Indiana, which account for 85% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 24 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$100K
Largest Grant
$2.1M
Based on 151 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Gatherings of hope gatherings of hope (goh) supports the growth of pastors and other congregational leaders by providing course work and technical assistance to train clergy and lay church leaders to practically apply methods of engaging community in order to strengthen children and families while leveraging the power of community.
Expenses: $888K
Career pathways (previously "believe 2 become")career pathways seeks to support at-risk children and their families in greater grand rapids, michigan, by working with residents, service providers, schools, congregations and community organizations. The network of support includes summer enrichment experiences for students, preschool learning opportunities, workshops and mentoring for parents, and positive recognition for achievement.
Expenses: $348K
Ednetthe education network of greater grand rapids (ednet) provides professional support for local teachers, principals and other educators with the goal of increasing academic achievement among lower income and children of color in our urban schools.
Expenses: $334K
Congregational initiatives congregational inititatives supports the growth of pastors and other congregational leaders by providing course work and technical assistance to train clergy and lay church leaders to practically apply methods of engaging community in order to strengthen children and families while leveraging the power of community. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 655 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI, PA, IN.
Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation has distributed a total of $79M across 655 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $121K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $6.2M.
More information on the foundation's funding priorities is available at dmdevosfoundation.org.
Douglas & Maria Devos Foundation is headquartered in GRAND RAPIDS, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 24 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susan E Valcq | TREASURER/SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Douglas L Devos | PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Maria P Devos | VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Robert H Schierbeek | VP/COO/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jeffrey S Bowerman | VP OF TAX | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Luis Lugo | FOUNDATION MANAGER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Pamela Parriott | FOUNDATION MANAGER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jason Zylstra | FOUNDATION MANAGER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Nicholas J Thole | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$62.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$62.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
655
Total Giving
$79M
Average Grant
$121K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
244
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potter'S HouseGENERAL OPERATING | Wyoming, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| Greater Grand Rapids Chamber FoundationPROJECT/PROGRAM - OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL | Grand Rapids, MI | $6.2M | 2023 |
| National Constitution CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Philadelphia, PA | $1.6M | 2023 |
| Center For Sound Literacy FoundationCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Kentwood, MI | $1.5M | 2023 |
| The Seminar Network IncPROJECT/PROGRAM - THE MICHIGAN FUND | Arlington, VA | $1M | 2023 |
| Living Stones AcademyCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $500K | 2023 |
| West Michigan Community Tennis IncCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $500K | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Christian SchoolsCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $400K | 2023 |
| Grand Action Foundation 20CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $350K | 2023 |
| Heart Of West Michigan United WayGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $286K | 2023 |
| National Christian Foundation West MichiganPROJECT/PROGRAM - FAMILY LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE | Ada, MI | $252K | 2023 |
| Strategic Workforce SolutionsGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $250K | 2023 |
| Wake Forest UniversityPROJECT/PROGRAM - WOMEN'S SOCCER | Winston Salem, NC | $250K | 2023 |
| Corewell Health FoundationPROJECT/PROGRAM - BABY SCHOLARS | Grand Rapids, MI | $235K | 2023 |
| Luis Palau AssociationGENERAL OPERATING | Portland, OR | $150K | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Public Schools FoundationPROJECT/PROGRAM - GR8 SPORTS, GREAT KIDS | Grand Rapids, MI | $135K | 2023 |
| Urban League Of West MichiganGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $133K | 2023 |
| Purdue Research Foundation IncCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | West Lafayette, IN | $125K | 2023 |
| Mackinac CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Midland, MI | $125K | 2023 |
| Project GreenPROJECT/PROGRAM - FINANCIAL CAPABILITY AND SAVINGS PROGRAMMING | Grand Rapids, MI | $125K | 2023 |
| Bethany Christian Services IncGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $117K | 2023 |
| West Michigan Youth BalletGENERAL OPERATING | Ada, MI | $105K | 2023 |
| Calvin UniversityPROJECT/PROGRAM - JANUARY SERIES | Grand Rapids, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Vibrant FuturesPROJECT/PROGRAM - TRI-SHARE | Grand Rapids, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| Keystone Community ChurchGENERAL OPERATING | Ada, MI | $100K | 2023 |
| American Enterprise InstituteGENERAL OPERATING | Washington, DC | $100K | 2023 |
| Start Garden LlcGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $90K | 2023 |
| Children'S Healing CenterCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $80K | 2023 |
| Acton Institute For The Study Of Religion And LibertyGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| First Steps KentGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| West Michigan Sports CommissionCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Grand Rapids, MI | $75K | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Ministries IncGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $70K | 2023 |
| K-ConnectGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $63K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Grand RapidsGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| National Football Foundation - Joe Tiller Chapter Of Northwest IndianaPROJECT/PROGRAM - ENDOWMENT | West Lafayette, IN | $50K | 2023 |
| Christian Leaders Ministries IncGENERAL OPERATING | Spring Lake, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Construction Allies In ActionGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $50K | 2023 |
| Childrens Advocacy Center Of Kent CountyGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $40K | 2023 |
| Family Promise Of Grand RapidsGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $40K | 2023 |
| Baxter Community CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $40K | 2023 |
| Community Food ClubsGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $35K | 2023 |
| Access Of West MichiganGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| Life International IncGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| Iccf Community HomesGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| Camp RogerPROJECT/PROGRAM - BASKETBALL COURT AT CAMP SCOTTIE | Rockford, MI | $30K | 2023 |
| Roosevelt Park Ministries IncGENERAL OPERATING | Grand Rapids, MI | $30K | 2023 |