The F&v Foundation
The F&V Foundation is the corporate foundation of Fleis & VandenBrink (F&V) in Grand Rapids, MI, focused on supporting STEAM education, vocational/trade scholarships, and community grants. The foundation is presented on the company's official website with scholarship eligibility and grant objectives.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A Michigan-based nonprofit or public entity focused on STEAM education, vocational/trade scholarships, youth development, or local community projects seeking relatively small grants.
Good Fit
- • Organization operates in Michigan or serves Michigan communities.
- • Programs in STEM/STEAM education, vocational training, scholarships, or community service.
- • Asking for modest amounts (typically under $10,000).
- • Clear local impact or partnership with schools, training programs, or municipal services.
- • Able to follow the foundation’s rolling application/contact process and provide local references.
Geography
Observed grantmaking in the latest year was confined to a single state (all grants in Michigan), indicating a narrow, in-state geographic footprint.
Recipient Variety
In the latest year the foundation funded 19 distinct recipients across charities and local government entities, with most grants small and many first-time recipients; dollar concentration toward a few recipients is present but does not negate the broad set of grantees.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows 18 new recipients in the latest year and the foundation publishes application contact instructions with a rolling process, so unfamiliar local applicants appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio; the multi-year history is limited but the observed year demonstrates active onboarding of new grantees.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
