The Mercantile Bank Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 87-4152774
Foundation Overview
Based in Grand Rapids, MI, The Mercantile Bank Foundation has awarded 352 grants totaling $1,361,140 to organizations in Michigan, Minnesota and 4 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $75,000, with a median award of $1,500.
Latest Tax Year
2023
Total Giving (all years)
$1,361,140
Total Assets
$5,810,887
Median Grant (all grants)
$1,500
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
322
Median Grant
$1,500
% Median Grant Decline
-70%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
Emerging Foundation: 98%
314 of 322 recipients (98%) were new grantees. Recent establishment means most partnerships are naturally new. Pattern may not reflect long-term preferences.
Geographic Focus
Michigan
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 Grand Rapids (40%), Kalamazoo (9%), Lansing (6%).
Funding Trajectory
+377%
Strong 377% growth in annual giving over 1 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
General Purposes + 3 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on general purposes (58%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
Where is The Money Going?
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Mercantile Bank 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Non-profit Housing Corporation | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| 92 For 22 | $2,500 | Allendale, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Abayomi Community Development Corporation | $2,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Kidz Zone Sponsor | 2023 |
| Adopt A Classroom Inc | $500 | St Paul, MN, US | Special Education Art With Miss Whitney | 2023 |
| Affordable Housing Alliance Midland County Non Profit Housing Corp | $1,000 | Midland, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| African American Health Institute | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Alano Club Of Kent County | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| American Cancer Society Of Michigan | $2,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Relay For Life; General Support | 2023 |
| American Heart Association Inc | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 2023 Kalamazoo Heart Walk; General Support | 2023 |
| Angels Of Action | $5,000 | Big Rapids, MI, US | Light Up The Night Sponsor 2023 | 2023 |
| B Foundation Inc | $500 | Belding, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Baxter Community Center | $100 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Beautiful You By Profile | $3,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Bethany Christian Services Inc | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Better Business Bureau Of Western Michigan Educational Foundation | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Southwest Michigan | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Black Knights Band Boosters Inc | $500 | Belding, MI, US | Belding Bands Sponsor | 2023 |
| Blandford Nature Center | $5,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Lansing | $2,500 | Lansing, MI, US | A Night To Remember | 2023 |
| Breckenridge Community Schools Educational Foundation | $1,000 | Breckenridge, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Bronson Health Foundation Inc | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Bsna Council Of Neighbors | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Community Development Donation | 2023 |
| Cadillac Area Oasis Family Resource Center | $500 | Cadillac, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Capital Area Housing Partnership | $5,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Building Capital Program | 2023 |
| Capital Area Humane Society | $2,750 | Lansing, MI, US | Fur Ball Gold Table, Helping Hand Partner | 2023 |
| Care Store | $500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Cherryland Humane Society | $250 | Traverse City, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Christian Endeavor International | $250 | Edmore, MI, US | Edmore Food Pantry Donation | 2023 |
| City Rescue Mission Of Lansing Michigan | $500 | Lansing, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Clothing Inc | $600 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | 10 Yr Celebration Table Sponsor | 2023 |
| Community Action House | $2,500 | Holland, MI, US | Community Development Donation | 2023 |
| Community Compassion Network | $1,000 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Food Pantry Donation | 2023 |
| Community Healing Centers | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Serve For Kids | 2023 |
| Community Homeworks | $3,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Building & Educational Empowerment Sponsor | 2023 |
| Community Housing Network Inc | $5,000 | Troy, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Crashs Landing | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Creative Arts Repertoire Ensemble Inc | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Creston Neighborhood Association | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Davids House Ministries | $3,000 | Wyoming, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Disability Advocates Of Kent County | $4,700 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Employment Readiness Classes; General Support | 2023 |
| Dwelling Place Of Grand Rapids Nonprofit Housing Corporation | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ebony Road Players | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | $4,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Financial Literacy Programming | 2023 |
| Eight Cap Inc | $700 | Orleans, MI, US | Montcalm Casa Donation | 2023 |
| Endless Opportunities | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Equity Sponsor | 2023 |
| Exalta Health | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Fair Housing Center Of West Michigan | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 2024 Fair Housing Workshop Series | 2023 |
| Father Fred Foundation | $250 | Traverse City, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | $2,500 | Comstock Park, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| First Steps Kent | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Foundation For Haslett Schools | $500 | Haslett, MI, US | Viking Fierce Sponsor | 2023 |
| Fulton Street Farmers Market Inc | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Georgetown Harmony Homes | $1,500 | Jenison, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Gildas Club Grand Rapids | $5,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Laughfest Sponsor; General Support | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Heart Of Michigan | $320 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Asian Pacific Festival | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Global Water Fest | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Childrens Museum | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Inc | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Pride Center | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Community Partner Donation | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum Foundation | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Legacy Awards Gala | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Turkey Trot Silver Sponsor | 2023 |
| Grand Valley State University | $17,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Financial Education Program; General Support | 2023 |
| Gratiot County Child Advocacy Association | $300 | Alma, MI, US | Caregiver Appreciation & Children's Game Night | 2023 |
| Gratiot County Hope House | $1,500 | St Louis, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Greater Gratiot Development Inc | $2,500 | Ithaca, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Greater Lansing Food Bank | $2,000 | Lansing, MI, US | 15th Empty Plate; Food Bank Donation | 2023 |
| Greater Ottawa County United Way Inc | $1,000 | Holland, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Gryphon Place | $1,000 | Portage, MI, US | Suicide Prevention | 2023 |
| Guiding Light Mission Inc | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity International Inc | $6,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan Inc | $6,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Housing Counseling & Education Donation | 2023 |
| Heart Of West Michigan United Way | $27,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Heartside Gleaning Initiative Inc | $1,500 | Ada, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Hispanic American Council Incorporated | $5,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Hispanic Center Of Western Michigan Inc | $12,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Latinx Youth Conference 2024; General Support | 2023 |
| Home Repair Services Of Kent County Inc | $6,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Hospital Hospitality House Of Southwest Michigan Inc | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Humane Animal Treatment Society | $1,000 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Laugh Your Hats Off Sponsor | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of West Michigan | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Hunt 2 Heal | $100 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| I Understand Love Heals | $2,500 | Ada, MI, US | Power Of Sharing Sponsor | 2023 |
| Iccf Community Home | $8,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Houses To Homes Gala 2024 | 2023 |
| International Rett Syndrome Foundation | $500 | Cincinnati, OH, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ionia Community Awareness Week | $500 | Ionia, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Ionia Free Fair Association | $500 | Ionia, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Junior Achievement Usa | $6,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Construction Academy Sponsor | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Neighborhood Housing Services Inc | $6,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Kent County Habitat For Humanity | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Financial Education Classes | 2023 |
| Kids Food Basket | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Linc Up Nonprofit Housing Corporation | $6,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Csa 2023 Sponsor; Homeownership Program | 2023 |
| Little League Baseball Inc | $2,000 | Lowell, MI, US | Youth Sports Complex Donation | 2023 |
| Living Waters | $500 | Schoolcraft, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Lydias Gate Inc | $3,000 | Mio, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Maple View Assisted Living Inc | $500 | Ithaca, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Meals On Wheels Western Michigan Inc | $750 | Grandville, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | $75,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Immeasurably More Capital Campaign; General Support | 2023 |
| Mental Health Foundation Of West Michigan | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Messiah Baptist Church | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation | $250 | Alma, MI, US | Employee Assistance Program Donation | 2023 |
| Michigan Sheriffs Association Educational Services Inc | $1,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Training Lunches Sponsor | 2023 |
| Mid Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters | $500 | Clare, MI, US | Cheers For Peers | 2023 |
| Ministry With Community Inc | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Winter Wish List Partner | 2023 |
| Missaukee Humane Society | $1,250 | Lake City, MI, US | Fundraiser Dinner Sponsor; General Support | 2023 |
| Mission Field | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Whiffle Ball Tournament Sponsor | 2023 |
| Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum | $500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Mrc Industries Incorporated | $2,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Finish Line Sponsor | 2023 |
| Mt Pleasant Public Schools Foundation Inc | $1,000 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Grapes & Grains | 2023 |
| National Black Nurses Association Inc | $250 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| New Hope Shelter | $3,000 | Cadillac, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Nia Centre | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Nmdp Foundation | $1,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Garden Sponsorship | 2023 |
| Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency Inc | $5,000 | Traverse City, MI, US | Financial Education Donation | 2023 |
| Ogemaw Orioles | $500 | West Branch, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Opportunity Resource Fund | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Affordable Loan Programs Donation | 2023 |
| Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | $2,000 | Petoskey, MI, US | Winter Sports Park Fund; General Support | 2023 |
| Petoskey High School Ski Boosters | $250 | Petoskey, MI, US | Beginner Green Donor | 2023 |
| Pine River Arts Council Inc | $250 | Alma, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Positive Impact For Life | $2,900 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Primal Outfitters Inc | $500 | Bangor, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Pullen Elementary School Pto | $500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Rockford Community Service Center | $4,000 | Rockford, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Humane Society | $500 | Ionia, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Ministries Inc | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Saginaw Future Inc | $2,500 | Saginaw, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Samaritas | $5,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Allen Manor Ahp Project | 2023 |
| Seeding Change | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Fall Slam Event | 2023 |
| Seeds Of Promise | $3,700 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Peace Meal Sponsor; Financial Literacy Training Support | 2023 |
| Service Corps Of Retired Executives Association | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Sleep In Heavenly Peace Inc | $500 | Omaha, NE, US | 100 Businesses That Care Donation | 2023 |
| South Christian High School | $1,000 | Byron Center, MI, US | Strong Foundations 5k Sponsorship | 2023 |
| Southwest Michigan First Corporation | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Sparrow Foundation | $3,200 | Lansing, MI, US | Every Story Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| St Charles Area Museum | $500 | St Charles, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Start Garden Llc | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Stem Greenhouse Inc | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 100 Businesses That Care Donation | 2023 |
| Telamon Corporation | $3,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Housing & Financial Empowerment Program | 2023 |
| The E Team Outdoor Ministries | $700 | Greenville, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Greenville Area Community Foundation | $1,000 | Greenville, MI, US | 2023 Lacf Corp Sponsor | 2023 |
| The Pantry | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Refugee Education Center | $1,500 | Kentwood, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Treetops Collective | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Concentric Program Support | 2023 |
| Tripoint Church Of God | $100 | Mio, MI, US | Food Pantry Donation | 2023 |
| United Church Outreach Ministry Incorporated | $2,500 | Wyoming, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| United Way Of Gratiot & Isabella Counties | $10,500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Adopt A Family Sponsor 2023; General Support | 2023 |
| United Way Of Montcalm Ionia Counties | $200 | Belding, MI, US | Sponsor A Classroom | 2023 |
| University Rehabilitation Alliance Inc | $6,000 | Mason, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Valley Family Church | $2,000 | Portage, MI, US | Love Week 2023 Donation | 2023 |
| Veterans In Crisis | $500 | Traverse City, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Veterans4 Usa Inc | $250 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| We Care Shop | $1,000 | St Helen, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wedgwood Christian Services | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wellspring Community Church Of Jenison | $500 | Hudsonville, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| West Michigan Asian American Association Inc | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| West Michigan Center For Arts And Technology | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Confluence Thought Series | 2023 |
| West Michigan Sports Commission | $30,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Winning Streak Campaign Dugout Sponsor | 2023 |
| West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Triple Bottom Line Bash 2023 Sponsor | 2023 |
| Winning Futures | $7,500 | Warren, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Womens Resource Center | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Womens Resource Center For The Grand Traverse Area | $250 | Traverse City, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Young Womens Christian Assoc Of Kalamazoo | $1,200 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Genesis Non-profit Housing Corporation | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| 92 For 22 | $2,500 | Allendale, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Abayomi Community Development Corporation | $2,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Kidz Zone Sponsor | 2023 |
| Adopt A Classroom Inc | $500 | St Paul, MN, US | Special Education Art With Miss Whitney | 2023 |
| Affordable Housing Alliance Midland County Non Profit Housing Corp | $1,000 | Midland, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| African American Health Institute | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Alano Club Of Kent County | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| American Cancer Society Of Michigan | $2,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Relay For Life; General Support | 2023 |
| American Heart Association Inc | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 2023 Kalamazoo Heart Walk; General Support | 2023 |
| Angels Of Action | $5,000 | Big Rapids, MI, US | Light Up The Night Sponsor 2023 | 2023 |
| B Foundation Inc | $500 | Belding, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Baxter Community Center | $100 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Beautiful You By Profile | $3,000 | Comstock Park, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Bethany Christian Services Inc | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Better Business Bureau Of Western Michigan Educational Foundation | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Southwest Michigan | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Black Knights Band Boosters Inc | $500 | Belding, MI, US | Belding Bands Sponsor | 2023 |
| Blandford Nature Center | $5,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Lansing | $2,500 | Lansing, MI, US | A Night To Remember | 2023 |
| Breckenridge Community Schools Educational Foundation | $1,000 | Breckenridge, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Bronson Health Foundation Inc | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Bsna Council Of Neighbors | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Community Development Donation | 2023 |
| Cadillac Area Oasis Family Resource Center | $500 | Cadillac, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Capital Area Housing Partnership | $5,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Building Capital Program | 2023 |
| Capital Area Humane Society | $2,750 | Lansing, MI, US | Fur Ball Gold Table, Helping Hand Partner | 2023 |
| Care Store | $500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Cherryland Humane Society | $250 | Traverse City, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Christian Endeavor International | $250 | Edmore, MI, US | Edmore Food Pantry Donation | 2023 |
| City Rescue Mission Of Lansing Michigan | $500 | Lansing, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Clothing Inc | $600 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | 10 Yr Celebration Table Sponsor | 2023 |
| Community Action House | $2,500 | Holland, MI, US | Community Development Donation | 2023 |
| Community Compassion Network | $1,000 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Food Pantry Donation | 2023 |
| Community Healing Centers | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Serve For Kids | 2023 |
| Community Homeworks | $3,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Building & Educational Empowerment Sponsor | 2023 |
| Community Housing Network Inc | $5,000 | Troy, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Crashs Landing | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Creative Arts Repertoire Ensemble Inc | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Creston Neighborhood Association | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Davids House Ministries | $3,000 | Wyoming, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Disability Advocates Of Kent County | $4,700 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Employment Readiness Classes; General Support | 2023 |
| Dwelling Place Of Grand Rapids Nonprofit Housing Corporation | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ebony Road Players | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | $4,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Financial Literacy Programming | 2023 |
| Eight Cap Inc | $700 | Orleans, MI, US | Montcalm Casa Donation | 2023 |
| Endless Opportunities | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Equity Sponsor | 2023 |
| Exalta Health | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Fair Housing Center Of West Michigan | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 2024 Fair Housing Workshop Series | 2023 |
| Father Fred Foundation | $250 | Traverse City, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Feeding America West Michigan | $2,500 | Comstock Park, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| First Steps Kent | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Foundation For Haslett Schools | $500 | Haslett, MI, US | Viking Fierce Sponsor | 2023 |
| Fulton Street Farmers Market Inc | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Georgetown Harmony Homes | $1,500 | Jenison, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Gildas Club Grand Rapids | $5,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Laughfest Sponsor; General Support | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Heart Of Michigan | $320 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Asian Pacific Festival | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Global Water Fest | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Childrens Museum | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Inc | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Pride Center | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Community Partner Donation | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Public Museum Foundation | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Legacy Awards Gala | 2023 |
| Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Turkey Trot Silver Sponsor | 2023 |
| Grand Valley State University | $17,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Financial Education Program; General Support | 2023 |
| Gratiot County Child Advocacy Association | $300 | Alma, MI, US | Caregiver Appreciation & Children's Game Night | 2023 |
| Gratiot County Hope House | $1,500 | St Louis, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Greater Gratiot Development Inc | $2,500 | Ithaca, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Greater Lansing Food Bank | $2,000 | Lansing, MI, US | 15th Empty Plate; Food Bank Donation | 2023 |
| Greater Ottawa County United Way Inc | $1,000 | Holland, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Gryphon Place | $1,000 | Portage, MI, US | Suicide Prevention | 2023 |
| Guiding Light Mission Inc | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity International Inc | $6,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Michigan Inc | $6,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Housing Counseling & Education Donation | 2023 |
| Heart Of West Michigan United Way | $27,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Heartside Gleaning Initiative Inc | $1,500 | Ada, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Hispanic American Council Incorporated | $5,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Hispanic Center Of Western Michigan Inc | $12,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Latinx Youth Conference 2024; General Support | 2023 |
| Home Repair Services Of Kent County Inc | $6,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Hospital Hospitality House Of Southwest Michigan Inc | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Humane Animal Treatment Society | $1,000 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Laugh Your Hats Off Sponsor | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of West Michigan | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Hunt 2 Heal | $100 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| I Understand Love Heals | $2,500 | Ada, MI, US | Power Of Sharing Sponsor | 2023 |
| Iccf Community Home | $8,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Houses To Homes Gala 2024 | 2023 |
| International Rett Syndrome Foundation | $500 | Cincinnati, OH, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Ionia Community Awareness Week | $500 | Ionia, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Ionia Free Fair Association | $500 | Ionia, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Junior Achievement Usa | $6,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Construction Academy Sponsor | 2023 |
| Kalamazoo Neighborhood Housing Services Inc | $6,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Kent County Habitat For Humanity | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Financial Education Classes | 2023 |
| Kids Food Basket | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Linc Up Nonprofit Housing Corporation | $6,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Csa 2023 Sponsor; Homeownership Program | 2023 |
| Little League Baseball Inc | $2,000 | Lowell, MI, US | Youth Sports Complex Donation | 2023 |
| Living Waters | $500 | Schoolcraft, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Lydias Gate Inc | $3,000 | Mio, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Maple View Assisted Living Inc | $500 | Ithaca, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Meals On Wheels Western Michigan Inc | $750 | Grandville, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | $75,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Immeasurably More Capital Campaign; General Support | 2023 |
| Mental Health Foundation Of West Michigan | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Messiah Baptist Church | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Michigan Masonic Charitable Foundation | $250 | Alma, MI, US | Employee Assistance Program Donation | 2023 |
| Michigan Sheriffs Association Educational Services Inc | $1,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Training Lunches Sponsor | 2023 |
| Mid Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters | $500 | Clare, MI, US | Cheers For Peers | 2023 |
| Ministry With Community Inc | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Winter Wish List Partner | 2023 |
| Missaukee Humane Society | $1,250 | Lake City, MI, US | Fundraiser Dinner Sponsor; General Support | 2023 |
| Mission Field | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Whiffle Ball Tournament Sponsor | 2023 |
| Mount Pleasant Discovery Museum | $500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Mrc Industries Incorporated | $2,500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Finish Line Sponsor | 2023 |
| Mt Pleasant Public Schools Foundation Inc | $1,000 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Grapes & Grains | 2023 |
| National Black Nurses Association Inc | $250 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| New Hope Shelter | $3,000 | Cadillac, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Nia Centre | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Nmdp Foundation | $1,000 | Minneapolis, MN, US | Garden Sponsorship | 2023 |
| Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency Inc | $5,000 | Traverse City, MI, US | Financial Education Donation | 2023 |
| Ogemaw Orioles | $500 | West Branch, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Opportunity Resource Fund | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Affordable Loan Programs Donation | 2023 |
| Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation | $2,000 | Petoskey, MI, US | Winter Sports Park Fund; General Support | 2023 |
| Petoskey High School Ski Boosters | $250 | Petoskey, MI, US | Beginner Green Donor | 2023 |
| Pine River Arts Council Inc | $250 | Alma, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Positive Impact For Life | $2,900 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Primal Outfitters Inc | $500 | Bangor, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Pullen Elementary School Pto | $500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Rockford Community Service Center | $4,000 | Rockford, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Humane Society | $500 | Ionia, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Safe Haven Ministries Inc | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Saginaw Future Inc | $2,500 | Saginaw, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Samaritas | $5,000 | Detroit, MI, US | Allen Manor Ahp Project | 2023 |
| Seeding Change | $500 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | Fall Slam Event | 2023 |
| Seeds Of Promise | $3,700 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Peace Meal Sponsor; Financial Literacy Training Support | 2023 |
| Service Corps Of Retired Executives Association | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Sleep In Heavenly Peace Inc | $500 | Omaha, NE, US | 100 Businesses That Care Donation | 2023 |
| South Christian High School | $1,000 | Byron Center, MI, US | Strong Foundations 5k Sponsorship | 2023 |
| Southwest Michigan First Corporation | $10,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Sparrow Foundation | $3,200 | Lansing, MI, US | Every Story Capital Campaign | 2023 |
| St Charles Area Museum | $500 | St Charles, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Start Garden Llc | $7,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Stem Greenhouse Inc | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | 100 Businesses That Care Donation | 2023 |
| Telamon Corporation | $3,000 | Raleigh, NC, US | Housing & Financial Empowerment Program | 2023 |
| The E Team Outdoor Ministries | $700 | Greenville, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Greenville Area Community Foundation | $1,000 | Greenville, MI, US | 2023 Lacf Corp Sponsor | 2023 |
| The Pantry | $500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Refugee Education Center | $1,500 | Kentwood, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army | $1,000 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Treetops Collective | $3,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Concentric Program Support | 2023 |
| Tripoint Church Of God | $100 | Mio, MI, US | Food Pantry Donation | 2023 |
| United Church Outreach Ministry Incorporated | $2,500 | Wyoming, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| United Way Of Gratiot & Isabella Counties | $10,500 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | Adopt A Family Sponsor 2023; General Support | 2023 |
| United Way Of Montcalm Ionia Counties | $200 | Belding, MI, US | Sponsor A Classroom | 2023 |
| University Rehabilitation Alliance Inc | $6,000 | Mason, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Valley Family Church | $2,000 | Portage, MI, US | Love Week 2023 Donation | 2023 |
| Veterans In Crisis | $500 | Traverse City, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| Veterans4 Usa Inc | $250 | Mt Pleasant, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| We Care Shop | $1,000 | St Helen, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wedgwood Christian Services | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Wellspring Community Church Of Jenison | $500 | Hudsonville, MI, US | Cheers For Peers Donation | 2023 |
| West Michigan Asian American Association Inc | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| West Michigan Center For Arts And Technology | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Confluence Thought Series | 2023 |
| West Michigan Sports Commission | $30,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Winning Streak Campaign Dugout Sponsor | 2023 |
| West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum | $1,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Triple Bottom Line Bash 2023 Sponsor | 2023 |
| Winning Futures | $7,500 | Warren, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Womens Resource Center | $1,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Womens Resource Center For The Grand Traverse Area | $250 | Traverse City, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Young Womens Christian Assoc Of Kalamazoo | $1,200 | Kalamazoo, MI, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Angels Of Action | $5,000 | Big Rapids, MI, US | Light Up The Night Sponsor | 2022 |
| Heart Of West Michigan United Way | $25,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Um Health-west Foundation | $12,500 | Wyoming, MI, US | 2023 Vitality Gala | 2022 |
| Opportunity Resource Fund | $10,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Justice Fund | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Disaster Relief | 2022 |
| Ferris Foundation | $3,500 | Big Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mental Health Foundation Of West Michigan | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Be Together Campaign | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Kent County | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Home For The Holidays Program | 2022 |
| Urban League Of West Michigan | $40,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Grand Rapids Area Black Business | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Grabb Awards | 2022 |
| Angels Of Action | $5,000 | Big Rapids, MI, US | Light Up The Night Sponsor | 2022 |
| Heart Of West Michigan United Way | $25,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Um Health-west Foundation | $12,500 | Wyoming, MI, US | 2023 Vitality Gala | 2022 |
| Opportunity Resource Fund | $10,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Justice Fund | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Disaster Relief | 2022 |
| Ferris Foundation | $3,500 | Big Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mental Health Foundation Of West Michigan | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Be Together Campaign | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Kent County | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Home For The Holidays Program | 2022 |
| Urban League Of West Michigan | $40,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Grand Rapids Area Black Business | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Grabb Awards | 2022 |
| Angels Of Action | $5,000 | Big Rapids, MI, US | Light Up The Night Sponsor | 2022 |
| Heart Of West Michigan United Way | $25,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Um Health-west Foundation | $12,500 | Wyoming, MI, US | 2023 Vitality Gala | 2022 |
| Opportunity Resource Fund | $10,000 | Lansing, MI, US | Justice Fund | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $1,000 | Washington, DC, US | Disaster Relief | 2022 |
| Ferris Foundation | $3,500 | Big Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Mental Health Foundation Of West Michigan | $2,500 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Be Together Campaign | 2022 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Kent County | $5,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Home For The Holidays Program | 2022 |
| Urban League Of West Michigan | $40,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Grand Rapids Area Black Business | $4,000 | Grand Rapids, MI, US | Grabb Awards | 2022 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 87-4152774 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 310 LEONARD ST NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504-4224 |
Key People (7)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Mercantile Bank Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Treasurer | Charles Christmas |
|---|---|
| President | Ray Reitsma |
| Secretary | Scott Setlock |
| Director | Doug Holtrop |
| Director | Justin Karl |
Forms 990-PF
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