Foundations that fund organizations in Macatawa, Michigan
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Macatawa nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $56K to Macatawa organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Macatawa around $1,000. 3 of these funders are based in Michigan; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Macatawa
- $56K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in MI
- 60%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Macatawa organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The David and Carol van Andel Family Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $35K | $35K | Yes | Community development |
| Fulk Family Foundation Inc | Lincoln, NE | 1 | $20K | $20K | Preselected only | To continue the shakespeare behind bars juvenile detention… |
| Rev Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | General operating |
| The Pfizer Foundation Inc | New York, NY | 1 | $100 | $100 | Preselected only | Matching gifts |
| William and Sally Swets Family Foundation | Holland, MI | 1 | — | Preselected only | Donation |
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 Macatawa, Michigan?
The David and Carol van Andel Family Foundation, Fulk Family Foundation Inc, Rev Foundation, The Pfizer Foundation Inc, William and Sally Swets Family Foundation reported grants to Macatawa 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 Macatawa. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.