Foundations that fund organizations in Kent City, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Kent City nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $4,375 to Kent City organizations in their latest filings; 0 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Kent City around $400. 3 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 0
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Kent City
- $4,375
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $400
- Based in MI
- 100%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Kent City organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartannash Foundation | Byron Center, MI | 1 | $3,675 | $3,675 | Preselected only | Fighting hunger |
| Tony Betten Family Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $400 | $400 | Preselected only | Charitable contribution |
| The Alro Steel Foundation | Jackson, MI | 1 | $300 | $300 | Preselected only | General operating |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Kent City, Michigan?
Spartannash Foundation, Tony Betten Family Foundation, The Alro Steel Foundation reported grants to Kent City organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Kent City. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.