Feeding America West Michigan
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
95% goes to programs $3 to raise $100 Strong reserves Declining revenue
Feeding America West Michigan is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Kentwood, Michigan, registered in 1983, with $54,162,823 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A+, and it directs about 95% of spending to programs.
3070 Shaffer Ave Se, Kentwood, MI, 49512 EIN 38-2439659 Since 1983
Revenue (FY2023)
$54.2M
▲ 6.3% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2023)
$51.0M
Net assets
$27.3M
Employees
89
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A+
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating95% to programs · $3 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Feeding America West Michigan: 95% to programs · $3 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating6 mo reserves · +6% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Feeding America West Michigan: 6 mo reserves · +6% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Feeding America West Michigan: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Feeding America West Michigan: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
We gather and distribute food to relieve hunger and increase food security in west michigan and the upper peninsula. contributions and net assets consist primarily of donated food for distribution.
What they do
The food bank's reported revenue of 54.4 million includes the estimated value of non-cash food donations of 42.0 million. the food bank then distributes this food to recipient organizations. total reported expenses of 51.2 million include the estimated value of non-cash food distribution of 41.6 million. not including the estimated non-cash value of food donated and distributed the food bank had total revenue of 12.5 million and total expenses of 9.6 million resulting in a net gain of 2.9 million. the distribution of the donated food takes place through fixed site food pantries, meal programs, and group homes, receiving food directly from the food bank. additionally, fresh produce, dairy, and other grocery products are distributed directly to families via mobile food distribution. in 2023, the food bank distributed 28 million pounds of food, which is the equivalent of 23 million meals. the food bank delivered food to 533 food pantry agencies and served approximately 695,000 people.
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $44.3M (FY2013) to $54.2M (FY2023) across 10 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $760KNet assets $27.3M
Operating margin
5.8%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$28.1M
Total liabilities
$760K
Net assets
$27.3M
Salaries & benefits
$5.0M
10% of expenses
Board members
14
14 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $54,162,823▲6.3% | $51,047,588▲4.9% | $27,332,467▲13.5% | $28,092,763▲11.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $50,952,245▲0.9% | $48,672,249▼6.7% | $24,071,762▲9.2% | $25,213,733▲11.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $50,507,823▼27.5% | $52,186,065▼9.9% | $22,039,236▼6.4% | $22,537,304▼6.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $69,651,165▲47.1% | $57,890,984▲27.7% | $23,554,860▲101% | $24,041,595▲95.8% | 990 |
| 2019 | $47,345,914▲0.4% | $45,321,696▼3.7% | $11,707,917▲22.0% | $12,279,365▲20.1% | 990 |
| 2018 | $47,148,636▼0.9% | $47,085,571▼1.7% | $9,599,791▲9.9% | $10,222,089▲7.8% | 990 |
| 2016 | $47,579,889▲0.6% | $47,886,362▲2.8% | $8,731,889▼2.8% | $9,482,347▼1.7% | 990 |
| 2015 | $47,279,207▲1.7% | $46,564,343▼0.6% | $8,986,487▲8.0% | $9,649,904▲6.9% | 990 |
| 2014 | $46,484,108▲5.0% | $46,847,191▲6.6% | $8,323,162▼4.0% | $9,023,845▼4.2% | 990 |
| 2013 | $44,261,177 | $43,962,248▲15.1% | $8,667,138▲4.7% | $9,422,682▲5.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $38,208,783▲4.6% | $8,276,234▼1.9% | $8,949,524▼1.1% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $36,520,555▼12.2% | $8,435,090▼1.4% | $9,050,045▼1.9% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $41,605,008 | $8,556,182 | $9,226,654 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2023)
Highest-paid: Kenneth R Estelle — $171,570 (0.34% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth R Estelle | President/ce | 40 | $171,570 |
| Beulah Gydon | Director | 1 | — |
| Danielle Veldman | Board Presid | 2 | — |
| Frank Samuel | Director | 1 | — |
| Jeffrey Battershall | Director | 2 | — |
| Joan Garety | Director | 1 | — |
| Julie Brinks | Director | 2 | — |
| Kara Smith | Director | 1 | — |
| Kay Hahn | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Kyle Kuehl | Director | 1 | — |
| Mike Devriendt | Director | 1 | — |
| Rev Bruce Mccoy | Director | 1 | — |
| Richard Haslinger | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Robert Stark | Director | 1 | — |
| Thomas Greenway | Director | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Hussman Corporation | Construction | $1,475,109 |
| True Sense Marketing | Fundraising | $447,553 |
| Star Truck Rentals Inc | Trucking Servc | $432,872 |
| Fishbeck | Engineering | $388,861 |
| Pace Transportation Services | Trucking Servc | $195,994 |
Grants received · $311.2M total
218 grants to Feeding America West Michigan totaling $311.2M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foodbank Council of Michigan Inc | Food access for insecure mi residents | 2024 | $18,672,899 |
| Feeding America | Fight hunger | 2024 | $15,980,838 |
| Farmlink Project | To provide healthy fresh produce to families in need | 2024 | $71,254 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $63,446 |
| Community Foundation For the Fox Valley Region Inc | Food, agriculture & nutrition | 2024 | $50,000 |
| National Christian Charitable Foundation | Food supply | 2024 | $29,810 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $25,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $20,553 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Food, nutrition | 2024 | $19,250 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $12,000 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $11,850 |
| Daffy Charitable Fund | General support of mission | 2024 | $11,000 |
| Impactassets Inc | General support | 2024 | $7,500 |
| Foodbank Council of Michigan Inc | Food for ppl in need | 2023 | $24,112,184 |
| Feeding America | Fight hunger | 2023 | $14,171,520 |
Grants made · $39.3M in FY2023
511 grants totaling $39.3M in FY2023 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Feeding America West Michigan →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Other Grants To Organizations 5000 | — | $2,453,438 |
| Community Action House | Fight hunger | $1,463,926 |
| Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan Inc | Fight hunger | $1,223,553 |
| The Manna Project Inc | Fight hunger | $1,112,884 |
| Community Food Clubs | Fight hunger | $1,100,374 |
| Truenorth Community Services | Fight hunger | $935,492 |
| Muskegon County Cooperating Churche | Fight hunger | $881,018 |
| General Conference of Seventh Day Adventist | Fight hunger | $620,525 |
| Streams of Hope | Fight hunger | $533,362 |
| Family Network | Fight hunger | $440,429 |
| Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions Inc | Fight hunger | $426,637 |
| United Church Outreach Ministry Incorporated | Fight hunger | $401,813 |
| Food Bank of Eastern Michigan Inc | Fight hunger | $373,431 |
| Silver Creek Thrift Inc | Fight hunger | $364,794 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan | Fight hunger | $330,691 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Feeding America West Michigan a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Feeding America West Michigan is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 38-2439659, based in Kentwood, Michigan. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Feeding America West Michigan's EIN?
- Feeding America West Michigan's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 38-2439659.
- How much revenue does Feeding America West Michigan report?
- Feeding America West Michigan reported $54,162,823 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Feeding America West Michigan's spending goes to programs?
- Feeding America West Michigan spends about 95% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Feeding America West Michigan have?
- CharityIndex grades Feeding America West Michigan A+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Feeding America West Michigan's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Feeding America West Michigan's latest Form 990 is $171,570, paid to Kenneth R Estelle (President/ce).
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Data for Feeding America West Michigan (EIN 38-2439659) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.