Degroot Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 06-1654753
Foundation Overview
Based in Watervliet, MI, Degroot Family Foundation has awarded 171 grants totaling $4,881,833 to organizations in Michigan, Virginia and 4 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $250 to $100,000, with a median award of $20,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
3 of 19 recipients (16%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
96% of all grants are concentrated in Michigan, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Michigan, funding concentrates in St Joseph (35%), Kalamazoo (25%), Benton Harbor (15%).
Funding Trajectory
Moderate 47% growth trend over 7 years suggests stable and gradually increasing funding capacity. This positive trajectory indicates reliable grant-making resources and sustainable philanthropic commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (37%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Degroot Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Support Local Families Maui Fire | 2023 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Backpacks For Good | 2023 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $100,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2023 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General Operating Support And Railings | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Southwest Michigan | $50,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Project Learn Program | 2023 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,200 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2023 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Continued Economic Support | 2023 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $100,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Serving Homeless Youth Detroit And Grand Rapids Campus's | 2023 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | $10,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Nourish Tomorrow Advancement Campaign | 2023 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Scholarships For Coloma-watervliet Teams | 2023 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Local Christmas Drive For Families In Need | 2023 |
| Hope Resources | $5,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Food Pantry | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Sw Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General | 2023 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Program Expansion Kalamazoo Public Schools | 2023 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $25,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General | 2023 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $20,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | 2-1-1 Information And Referral Program | 2023 |
| Ymca Of Greater Michiana | $25,000 | Niles, MI, US | Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| Kc Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance/support | 2023 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | $250 | Washington, DC, US | Education | 2023 |
| American Red Cross | $16,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Biomedical Services (blood Saves Lives) Swmi | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Coloma-watervliet Back To School Backpack Event | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $1,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Senior Care Packages | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $30,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2022 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General Operations, New Ramp, Railing And Stairs | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club-benton Harbor | $50,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Be There Program | 2022 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,200 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2022 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $100,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Operational Support | 2022 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | $10,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | Food Assistance West Michigan District | 2022 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Local Christmas Drive For Needy Families | 2022 |
| Hope Resources | $5,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Food Pantry | 2022 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2022 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Services For Youth/families In Kalamazoo | 2022 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General | 2022 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $21,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Summer Literacy Project Watervliet Schools | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater Michiana | $20,000 | Niles, MI, US | Summer Myway Program - Academic Based Camp | 2022 |
| Southwestern Michigan College Foundation | $20,000 | Dowagiac, MI, US | Building Renovation At College | 2022 |
| Cana's Promise Inc | $50,000 | Mount Vernon, VA, US | Mental Health Project Cambodia | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $980 | St Joseph, MI, US | 2 Golden Acorn Classroom Mini Grants | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Hurrican Ian Relief | 2022 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $32,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Education Support Berrien/cass/van Buren Counties | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $16,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Biomedical Services (Blood Saves Lives) Swmi | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Coloma-watervliet Back To School Backpack Event | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $1,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Senior Care Packages | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $30,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2022 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General Operations, New Ramp, Railing And Stairs | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club-benton Harbor | $50,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Be There Program | 2022 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,200 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2022 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $100,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Operational Support | 2022 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | $10,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | Food Assistance West Michigan District | 2022 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Local Christmas Drive For Needy Families | 2022 |
| Hope Resources | $5,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Food Pantry | 2022 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2022 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Services For Youth/families In Kalamazoo | 2022 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General | 2022 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $21,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Summer Literacy Project Watervliet Schools | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater Michiana | $20,000 | Niles, MI, US | Summer Myway Program - Academic Based Camp | 2022 |
| Southwestern Michigan College Foundation | $20,000 | Dowagiac, MI, US | Building Renovation At College | 2022 |
| Cana's Promise Inc | $50,000 | Mount Vernon, VA, US | Mental Health Project Cambodia | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $980 | St Joseph, MI, US | 2 Golden Acorn Classroom Mini Grants | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Hurrican Ian Relief | 2022 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $32,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Education Support Berrien/cass/van Buren Counties | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $16,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Biomedical Services (Blood Saves Lives) Swmi | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Coloma-watervliet Back To School Backpack Event | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $1,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Senior Care Packages | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $30,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2022 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General Operations, New Ramp, Railing And Stairs | 2022 |
| Boys & Girls Club-benton Harbor | $50,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Be There Program | 2022 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,200 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2022 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2022 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $100,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Operational Support | 2022 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | $10,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | Food Assistance West Michigan District | 2022 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Local Christmas Drive For Needy Families | 2022 |
| Hope Resources | $5,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Food Pantry | 2022 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2022 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Services For Youth/families In Kalamazoo | 2022 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $20,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General | 2022 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $21,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Summer Literacy Project Watervliet Schools | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater Michiana | $20,000 | Niles, MI, US | Summer Myway Program - Academic Based Camp | 2022 |
| Southwestern Michigan College Foundation | $20,000 | Dowagiac, MI, US | Building Renovation At College | 2022 |
| Cana's Promise Inc | $50,000 | Mount Vernon, VA, US | Mental Health Project Cambodia | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $980 | St Joseph, MI, US | 2 Golden Acorn Classroom Mini Grants | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Hurrican Ian Relief | 2022 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $32,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Education Support Berrien/cass/van Buren Counties | 2022 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $24,500 | St Joseph, MI, US | 10 Scholarships Chs/whs Seniors | 2021 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Human Services | 2021 |
| Boys & Girls Club-benton Harbor | $50,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Be There Program | 2021 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,100 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2021 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2021 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $100,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Operational Support | 2021 |
| Feeding American West Michigan | $10,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | Food Insecurity - Mobile Pantry | 2021 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Scholarships | 2021 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Local Christmas Drive For Needy Families | 2021 |
| Hope Resources | $5,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Food Pantry | 2021 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2021 |
| Kalamazoo Gospel Mission | $42,175 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Hildebrand Shelter Renovation | 2021 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Engage Change In Kalamazoo Program | 2021 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $40,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General | 2021 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $16,500 | St Joseph, MI, US | Summer Literacy Pilot Project Coloma Schools | 2021 |
| Ymca Of Greater Michiana | $20,000 | Niles, MI, US | Summer Myway Program - Academic Based Camp | 2021 |
| American Red Cross | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Biomedical Services (blood Saves Lives) Swmi | 2021 |
| Michigan Maritime Museum Inc | $30,000 | South Haven, MI, US | Launching A Legacy - The Maritime Heritage Center | 2021 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Coloma-watervliet Back To School Backpack Event | 2021 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $1,200 | St Joseph, MI, US | Senior Care Packages | 2021 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $100,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2021 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,660 | St Joseph, MI, US | Back To School Backpack Event, Whs Shop, And Coloma Elem Centervention | 2020 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Human Services | 2020 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,100 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2020 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2020 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $100,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Operational Support | 2020 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Scholarships | 2020 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General | 2020 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2020 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Engage Change In Kalamazoo Program | 2020 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General | 2020 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $32,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Impact Work In Coloma-watervliet | 2020 |
| Ymca Of Greater Michigan | $25,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Child Care Network | 2020 |
| P-h-m Education Foundation | $618 | Mishawaka, IN, US | Education | 2020 |
| Boys & Girls Club-benton Harbor | $20,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Project Learn | 2020 |
| Kalamazoo Gospel Mission | $75,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | A Shelter From The Storm Program | 2020 |
| Coloma Community Schools | $1,165 | Coloma, MI, US | Art Supplies | 2020 |
| Hope Resources | $5,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Food Pantry | 2020 |
| Berrien Community Foundation | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Women's Giving Circle | 2018 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Human Services | 2018 |
| Catholic Foreign Mission Foundation- Maryknoll Fathers And Brothers | $50,000 | Maryknoll, NY, US | Mission Account - Cambodia Mental Health Programs | 2018 |
| Community Healing Center | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2018 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2018 |
| Girls On The Run Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Girls On The Run | 2018 |
| Kalamazoo Community Foundation | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2018 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2018 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $100,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tools For Transition Program | 2018 |
| Silver Beach Carousel | $1,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Health/medical | 2018 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $15,975 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Program Development | 2018 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $32,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Education | 2018 |
| Bridgman Foundation For Educational Excellence | $1,100 | Bridgman, MI, US | Education | 2018 |
| Ymca Of Southwest Michigan | $20,000 | Niles, MI, US | Niles-buchanan Capital Campaign | 2018 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Human Services | 2017 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2017 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $50,000 | Detroit, MI, US | House Of Hope | 2017 |
| Humane Society Of Sw Michigan | $1,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | New Building Fund | 2017 |
| Humane Society Of Sw Michigan | $15,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Animal Welfare | 2017 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2017 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Preventative Health Education Program | 2017 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Program Development | 2017 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $30,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Education | 2017 |
| Girls On The Run Berrien County | $5,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Girls On The Run | 2017 |
| Lake Michigan College Foundation | $25,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Student Success Center | 2017 |
| The First Tee Of Benton Harbor Cup | $1,750 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Youth Development | 2017 |
| Silver Beach Carousel | $1,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Health/medical | 2017 |
| Lakeland Health Foundation | $30,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Health/medical | 2017 |
| Feeding American West Michigan | $1,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | Human Services | 2017 |
| Good Fellow Fund | $1,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | General | 2017 |
| Kalamazoo Community Foundation | $30,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Donor Advised Fund | 2017 |
| Birth Right Of St Joseph | $15,000 | St Joseph, MI, US | Human Services | 2016 |
| Cornerstone Alliance | $75,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Economic Development | 2016 |
| Covenant House Michigan | $50,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Pregnant Women's Shelter | 2016 |
| Humane Society Of Sw Michigan | $1,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | New Building Fund | 2016 |
| Humane Society Of Sw Michigan | $20,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Animal Rescue And Re-homing Programs | 2016 |
| North Berrien Senior Center | $15,000 | Coloma, MI, US | Assistance To Seniors - Purchase New Van | 2016 |
| Prevention Works Inc | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Preventative Health Education Program | 2016 |
| Spca Sw Michigan | $15,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Program Development | 2016 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $50,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Brain Tumor Program | 2016 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $5,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Girls On The Run | 2016 |
| United Way Of Southwest Michigan | $35,000 | Benton Harbor, MI, US | Education | 2016 |
| Community Foundation Of Greater Flint | $15,000 | Flint, MI, US | Flint Child Health & Development Fund | 2016 |
| Community Healing Center | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Human Services | 2016 |
| Kalamazoo County Ready 4's | $50,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Tuition Assistance | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 06-1654753 |
| Website | http://degrootfamilyfoundation.org |
| Address | PO BOX 660 Watervliet, MI 49098-0660 |
Key People (4)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Degroot Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President/treasurer | Shirley Leith |
|---|---|
| Secretary | Eric Brown - Evb Consulting |
| Vice President/director Of | Eric M Leith |
| Vice President/internation | Jessica M Claus |
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