Quiz

The Wege Foundation funds only organizations classified as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Does your organization qualify as a 501(c)(3)?

Does the cause for which you are seeking funds serve the citizens of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and surrounding areas?

The Wege Foundation Grant Program donates to the following missions.  Does your request fit into one of these?

  • Education
  • Environment
  • Arts & Culture
  • Community Health & Wellbeing

The Wege Foundation will give consideration to capital-campaign funding only if your project fits under the guidelines of the United States Green Building Council.  (Learn about LEED Certified building at www.usgbc.org).
Does your capital project meet this requirement? (If this question does not pertain to you, please answer yes.)

The Wege Foundation values collaboration in funding.  We will consider funding only a portion of your project’s expenses.  Can you meet this requirement to collaborate with other donors on your project?