AI Summary
The John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, operating by invitation only and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $2.1 million across 92 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

Holland Christian Education Society
$3.8M
17%
CALVIN UNIVERSITY
$2.2M
10%
GENEVA CAMP & RETREAT CENTER
$1.2M
5%
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Total No. of Grants
62
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$8.8K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation?
No. John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation give?
John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan, South Dakota, and Oregon. 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 John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation make each year?
In 2024, John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $2.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation awarded grants to about 90 grantees. Recent grantees include Holland Christian Education Society, CALVIN UNIVERSITY, and GENEVA CAMP & RETREAT CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation?
John and Judy Spoelhof Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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