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The Wesselink Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Iowa, Michigan, and Illinois, having paid a total of $276K across 20 grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

CENTRAL COLLEGE
$627.5K
22%

HOPE COLLEGE
$605K
21%
Buena Vista University
$600K
21%
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Total No. of Grants
14
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Iowa, Michigan, and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $276 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include CENTRAL COLLEGE, HOPE COLLEGE, and Buena Vista University. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE WESSELINK FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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