Private foundation · EIN 87-3557526 · Jenison, Michigan · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Miedema Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 5 grants paid, $120K total, median $20K. 100% of grants stayed in Michigan.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
5
$120K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in MI
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.6M

Grants paid in 2024

5 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Covenant ChristianGrand Rapids, MITo support christian school$50K
Heritage Christian SchoolHudsonville, MITo support the christian school$20K
Redeemer Christian SchoolZeeland, MITo support the christian school$20K
Eastside Christian SchoolGrand Rapids, MITo support christian school$20K
Protestant Reformed OrchestaGrand Rapids, MITo support christian music$10K

About this foundation

Miedema Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Jenison, Michigan, tax-exempt since 2025. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

All filings on ProPublica

Does Miedema Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Miedema Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $120K across 5 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Miedema Foundation give?

Michigan (5 grants), per its latest filing.

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